π Anthropic Releases New Claude 3.5 Model
Anthropic has released the Claude 3.5 Haiku, offering increased intelligence at four times the price of the previous model.
π° OpenAI Considers For-Profit Status Shift
OpenAI is reportedly in talks with regulators to become a for-profit company while maintaining its nonprofit status.
π°οΈ Russia Launches Soyuz with Satellites
Russia launched a Soyuz rocket carrying numerous satellites, including two from Iran.
π Siri to Offer Limited Free ChatGPT Access
Apple will offer limited free access to ChatGPT via Siri on iOS 18.2, with an option for paid upgrades.
π¨π³ China's Rocket Design Mirrors SpaceX
China's new heavy-lift rocket design closely resembles SpaceX's Starship, aiming for its first flight in 2033 and reflecting the shift towards reusable spaceflight technology.
π΅ Robinhood, Kraken, Paxos Launch Stablecoin Network
Robinhood, Kraken, and Paxos collaborated to launch a global stablecoin network.
π§ xAI API's Public Beta Now Available
The xAI API's public beta is now available, providing access to the Grok series of models, with incentives like free monthly API credits for early adopters.
πΊ Amazon Prime Video Adds AI Recap Feature
Amazon Prime Video introduced an AI-powered recap feature for TV shows available in the U.S.
π« Nuclear Projects Blocked for Amazon, Meta
Amazon and Meta's nuclear power ambitions face setbacks as regulators block data center projects near reactors due to environmental and operational conflicts.
π OpenAI's o1 Model Briefly Leaked
OpenAI's o1 model was briefly leaked, showcasing advanced capabilities before the access issue was fixed, with a full release expected soon.
π Scientists Create Sun-Powered Hybrid Cells
Scientists in Japan have created plant-animal hybrid cells that gain energy from sunlight, with potential applications in lab-grown tissues and artificial meat.
π» Apple Plans 2026 MacBook Pro Redesign
Apple is reportedly planning a major redesign of MacBook Pro models slated for release in 2026, influenced by advancements in display technology.
βοΈ Microsoft Exploring Nuclear Reactor Revival
Microsoft continues efforts to revive a defunct nuclear reactor at Three Mile Island, pursuing unconventional energy solutions for future operations.