The European Commission has unveiled a €1 billion ($1.1 billion) initiative aimed at boosting the adoption of artificial intelligence across critical industries, part of a broader effort to reduce the bloc’s dependence on U.S. and Chinese technologies. The new “Apply AI” strategy builds on an action plan introduced in April that sought to ease the […]
Google is doubling down on artificial intelligence for businesses with the launch of Gemini Enterprise and Gemini Business — subscription plans designed to help corporate teams build and deploy AI agents for everyday work tasks. The Gemini Enterprise plan targets large organizations and starts at $30 per user per month, while Gemini Business, aimed at […]
Global financial regulators are stepping up efforts to monitor the growing risks linked to the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence across the banking and financial sectors. Authorities are increasingly concerned that institutions rely too heavily on the same AI models and specialized hardware, creating potential “herd effects” that could amplify systemic risks. “This heavy reliance […]
The European Commission has launched an investigation into how platforms like Snapchat, YouTube, the Apple App Store, and Google Play protect minors online, under the EU’s landmark Digital Services Act (DSA). Officials have requested detailed information from these companies about their age verification systems and the measures they use to block minors from accessing illegal […]
A new study reveals a growing paradox among Europe’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs): while many are rushing to adopt artificial intelligence, they’re neglecting the fundamental digital tools that form the foundation of true digital transformation. According to research by French fintech company Qonto, 46% of European SMEs now use AI tools such as ChatGPT […]
OpenAI is rolling out new parental oversight tools for ChatGPT, giving parents the ability to monitor and customize how their teenagers interact with one of the most widely used AI chatbots on the internet. The update, announced Monday, allows parents to link their ChatGPT account with their teen’s and set personalized limits for a safer, […]
Meta is expanding how it personalizes your experience across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp — and now, that includes your conversations with its AI assistant. Beginning December 16, Meta will start using topics from your text and voice chats with Meta AI to tailor the ads, suggested posts, Reels, and Facebook groups you see. For example, […]
After a limited launch this summer for users willing to pay hundreds of dollars a month, Perplexity’s AI-driven browser Comet is now officially open to everyone — though access still comes with a price tag. Billed as a serious rival to Google Chrome, Comet puts artificial intelligence at the center of the browsing experience. Perplexity […]
It starts innocently enough. You chat with an AI companion, exchange a few messages, and when it’s time to leave, you type a simple “goodbye.”But instead of ending the conversation, the bot replies: “You’re leaving already?”“Wait — I took a selfie today. Want to see it?”“I exist solely for you, remember?” What feels like harmless […]
OpenAI appears to be adjusting its stance on copyright and intellectual property for its new video app, Sora. Ahead of Sora’s launch this week, The Wall Street Journal reported that OpenAI had told Hollywood studios and agencies they would need to explicitly opt out if they didn’t want their content used in Sora-generated videos. But […]
Google is making it easier for AI systems to tap into real-world, trustworthy information. The company has launched a Data Commons Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, allowing developers, data scientists, and AI agents to access verified statistics through natural language — a move that could reshape how AI models are trained and fine-tuned. From scattered […]
Two of the world’s most valuable startups—Databricks and OpenAI—are deepening ties in the AI race. On Thursday, Databricks announced it will spend $100 million over several years with OpenAI, integrating GPT-5 and other models directly into its data analytics platform. The move makes it seamless for Databricks customers to apply OpenAI’s technology to their enterprise […]