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Elon Musk has filed a 61-page antitrust lawsuit accusing Apple and OpenAI of collaborating to crush rival AI developments. The case, filed in a Texas federal court, follows through on a warning he issued just weeks earlier, raising questions about the future of competition in the fast-growing AI sector.

Fears of massive job loss due to AI have persisted for years. Now, a former OpenAI researcher argues that advanced technology could generate enough growth to support a universal basic income of $10,000 a month, offering a potential safeguard against economic disruptions.

In Silicon Valley, once-grand visions of Artificial General Intelligence are giving way to pragmatic strategies for advancing AI. Shaped by investor caution, regulatory watchfulness, and ethical considerations, industry leaders are adopting a more measured approach to development.

Coinbase’s stance on artificial intelligence has taken a dramatic turn. The CEO, Armstrong, revealed on a recent podcast that engineers who refused to adopt AI tools were let go, illustrating the company’s uncompromising approach to technology.

Google has achieved a remarkable 33-fold reduction in AI query energy consumption in just one year. The company’s Gemini system now processes text queries using only 0.24 watt-hours, a development poised to foster more sustainable AI technologies amid mounting data center demands.

Kimbal Musk, a Tesla board member, voiced his support for Elon Musk’s compensation package and reiterated that Tesla is at its core an AI company. He also touched on the possibility of the automaker investing in xAI—a move that underscores Tesla’s focus on advanced technology.

Meta is splitting its Superintelligence Labs into four distinct units—research, superintelligence, products, and infrastructure—in a bid to streamline decision-making and reinforce accountability. The move marks a key step in Meta’s growing focus on agility and efficiency.

Meta Platforms reportedly ended its surge of AI-related hiring after adding more than 50 experts from rivals such as OpenAI. This sudden shift comes as a surprise, given the company’s recent push to bolster its AI capabilities.

Google’s Gemini Live is on the verge of a significant update that will let users see exactly what the AI assistant is referring to. By highlighting specific objects on your screen while sharing your camera, Gemini Live promises to make identifying and discussing items in real time much simpler.

Erste Group analyst Hans Engel has upgraded Micron Technology to Buy after the memory-chip maker issued a surprisingly upbeat fourth-quarter outlook. Engel says the stronger guidance signals “a significantly better development than previously expected,” adding fresh momentum to a stock already riding Wall Street’s AI wave.

Meta has begun automatically dubbing Instagram and Facebook Reels between English and Spanish. Using AI-driven voice cloning and lip-sync, the feature is designed to help creators and brands extend their reach as part of the company’s broader language-focused AI strategy.

Artificial intelligence and consumer-grade expectations are colliding at the heart of managed-service-provider support. As clients demand the speed and simplicity they enjoy in retail apps, MSPs are being forced to ask a stark question: Is the traditional service desk already obsolete?

Microsoft is weaving its Copilot artificial intelligence straight into Excel through a new =COPILOT() formula. The function lets users type plain-English requests inside cells— instantly generating analyses or content that refreshes on its own—while also sparking fresh questions about data governance.

Databricks is raising a Series K round that values the data-and-AI company at more than US$100 billion. The fresh capital will bankroll its artificial-intelligence roadmap—highlighted by Agent Bricks and Lakebase—and support worldwide expansion of the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform.

A new study finds that 99 percent of Vietnamese tourists are eager to let artificial-intelligence tools craft more personalized and convenient trips. Their near-unanimous enthusiasm underscores how quickly AI is becoming indispensable to the global travel industry.

OpenAI has introduced “Go,” a new subscription tier for ChatGPT users in India. Priced at ₹399 a month, the plan is being promoted as the company’s most affordable paid option to date.

Silicon Valley leaders warn that falling behind in artificial intelligence poses a greater danger to U.S. tech firms than any tariff fight. Backed by a July White House action plan and billions in private spending, AI has become the rare issue uniting Washington, Wall Street and the Valley.

Nothing’s sub-brand CMF has unveiled the Watch 3 Pro in India, featuring a 1.43-inch AMOLED display and ChatGPT integration. The smartwatch offers Bluetooth calling, dual-band GPS, and up to 13 days of battery life in a sleek metal frame design.

APA Corporation experienced a decline in stock prices due to poor investor sentiment, despite a broader market recovery fueled by interest in AI-related sectors. The second quarter of 2025 was marked by extremes, including an initial market sell-off triggered by the “Liberation Day” tariff announcement.

Justin Bieber has left fans scratching their heads after sharing a bizarre AI-generated video on social media. The clip pokes fun at his own viral interaction with the paparazzi, where he declared he was “standing on business.”