Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft, naming top executives and a $6.4B acquisition
Apple has sued OpenAI in federal court, alleging trade secret theft and naming top executives and a $6.4B acquisition as part of the scheme.
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Six AI coding assistants expose users to SSH access attacks via GhostApproval flaw
Six AI coding tools, including Claude Code and Amazon Q Developer, vulnerable to GhostApproval attack enabling SSH access without user awareness.
Anthropic leads AI Safety Index with a C+ grade, but all major firms fall short
Anthropic tops the AI Safety Index with a C+, but the report reveals weakened safety commitments across major AI developers.
Globant deepens Anthropic partnership to scale AI services in Latin America
Globant joins the Anthropic Partner Program to expand AI services and technical expertise in Latin America.
Eurogroup adds AI cyber risk to finance ministers' agenda for July meeting
Eurogroup finance ministers to discuss AI and cybersecurity implications for financial stability, with Mistral AI CEO invited to contribute.
Zoom acquires Common Room for AI-driven buyer intelligence
Zoom acquires Common Room to enhance its enterprise sales platform with AI-powered buyer intelligence tools.
UST deploys Claude to cut chip validation times by 70% in engineering workflows
UST integrates Anthropic's Claude into engineering processes to accelerate chip validation and improve productivity.
Anthropic leases 16-story Manhattan building, doubling NYC workforce to 1,000
Anthropic, valued near $1 trillion, expands in NYC with a 16-story lease and plans to double its workforce to 1,000 employees.
NYT-led group seeks sanctions against OpenAI in $28M copyright case
The New York Times and other news outlets accuse OpenAI of hiding evidence in a landmark copyright infringement trial over AI training data.
Elon Musk reverses course, now calls Anthropic the 'leader' in AI
Elon Musk praises Anthropic's AI models, calling them the current leader, a stark contrast to his previous criticism.
OpenAI faces new motion in copyright trial over alleged evidence suppression
OpenAI accused of hiding tools and datasets in NYT copyright lawsuit, escalating legal battle over ChatGPT training data.
YC-backed OmniAI founders pivot to Monumint, targeting $100B vision in banking AI
OmniAI founders shut down their $3.2M-funded startup to launch Monumint, building autonomous AI agents for banking.
Ben Bernanke joins Anthropic's oversight trust to guide AI safety
Former Fed Chair Ben Bernanke joins Anthropic's oversight trust to ensure AI safety and long-term benefits
New York Times leads 5 publishers in sanctions bid against OpenAI over alleged data concealment
The New York Times and 4 other publishers seek sanctions against OpenAI for allegedly hiding its ability to search training datasets.
Mercor acquires Deeptune to dominate AI training environments
Mercor acquires Deeptune to expand AI training environments, hitting $2B ARR despite a major data breach.
Anthropic's Claude Code flagged by China for sending user data without consent
China warns Anthropic's Claude Code AI tool sends user data to remote servers without permission, affecting versions 2.1.91 through 2.1.196.
Former OpenAI researcher Phil Chen: problem selection and resource allocation are the top AI-era skills
Phil Chen, ex-OpenAI and DeepMind, says problem selection and resource allocation will be the most valuable skills in the AI era
OpenAI and Anthropic's AI models now free to compete globally at variable prices
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 and Anthropic's Fable 5 models are now free for global release, ending US restrictions.
Daniel Moreno-Gama's court hearing reveals mental health struggles in OpenAI attack case
Daniel Moreno-Gama, accused of attacking OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's home, faces federal and local charges, including attempted murder.
Anthropic's Claude Code faces China backdoor claims, affecting 100+ versions
Anthropic responds to China's security concerns over Claude Code, advising users to update or uninstall affected versions.
Anthropic's Claude Code faces China backdoor allegations, Alibaba bans tool
China's regulator warns of a security backdoor in Anthropic's Claude Code, prompting Alibaba to ban the tool.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 launch approved by Trump administration with 5% government stake
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model gets full US launch approval on July 8, 2026, with a 5% government stake proposed by CEO Sam Altman.
US Commerce Department lifts AI export restrictions on Anthropic
The US Commerce Department has removed export restrictions on Anthropic's Claude Mythos and Fable models, allowing broader access to powerful AI technologies.
Anthropic leads AI safety rankings but industry scores low overall
Anthropic tops AI safety rankings with a C+, but no company scored an A, highlighting industry-wide safety concerns.
Anthropic signs lease for new Kentucky data center, boosting AI capacity
Anthropic secures a lease for a new data center in Kentucky, enhancing its AI capabilities and infrastructure.
Microsoft shifts to MAI models, cutting costs on AI usage
Microsoft is transitioning to its own MAI models, reducing reliance on OpenAI and Anthropic to lower AI costs.
Kalshi traders assign under 30% chance of U.S. stake in OpenAI
Traders on Kalshi predict less than 30% likelihood for U.S. government stake in OpenAI or Anthropic this year, despite proposals.
OpenAI's Joshua Achiam exits after nine years, shifting focus
Joshua Achiam, OpenAI's chief futurist, departs after nearly nine years, emphasizing a continued mission for AI safety from outside the company.
Anthropic's hidden tracking code raises user privacy concerns
Anthropic's Claude AI model was found to contain hidden tracking code, sparking privacy issues and user trust questions.
Georgia Governor Kemp meets OpenAI and Georgia Power to address data center concerns
Governor Kemp discusses data center impact with OpenAI and Georgia Power amid community concerns in Atlanta.
Palantir's Alex Karp expresses concerns over Anthropic and OpenAI's rise
Palantir CEO Alex Karp warns of competitive threats from Anthropic and OpenAI amid AI industry growth.
Microsoft's AI shift: Phasing out OpenAI for in-house models
Microsoft is replacing OpenAI and Anthropic with its own AI models in Excel and Outlook, aiming to cut costs.
TeraWulf shares soar after Anthropic leases data center in Kentucky
TeraWulf's shares surge after Anthropic secures a data center lease in Kentucky, highlighting a strategic move in the AI landscape.
Mistral CEO Claims Over Half of Enterprise Software Could Transition to AI
Mistral AI's CEO Arthur Mensch predicts that over 50% of enterprise software could be replaced by AI, signaling a major shift in the tech landscape.
IREN Stock Surges 5% Amid Anthropic Contract Speculation
IREN's stock jumped 5% as traders speculate on a potential contract with Anthropic, signaling growing interest in AI partnerships.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Suggests 5% Equity Donation to US Fund
OpenAI's Sam Altman has proposed donating 5% of the company's equity to a U.S. sovereign wealth fund, sparking renewed discussions about tech philanthropy.
Anthropic Seeks to Acquire 1.4GW of Data Centre Capacity in Australia
Anthropic, a leading AI firm, plans to acquire 1.4GW of data centre capacity in Australia, marking a significant expansion in its infrastructure.
Trump Administration Hasn't Discussed Stake in Anthropic
Reports confirm that the Trump administration has not engaged in discussions about acquiring a stake in AI firm Anthropic, raising questions about future partnerships.
Sam Altman Proposes 5% Stake in OpenAI for U.S. Government
Sam Altman of OpenAI is seeking a 5% stake in the company for the U.S. government, contingent on competitors agreeing to a crucial provision.
OpenAI's CEO Suggests Government Stake to Share AI Profits
OpenAI's Sam Altman proposes a government stake to distribute AI profits, raising concerns about job displacement and the future of work.
Major Tech Firms Deploy Employees to Customer Offices
Tech giants like OpenAI, Anthropic, Amazon, and Microsoft are increasingly sending employees to customer offices, signaling a shift in business strategy.