OpenAI's ChatGPT Work debuts with GPT-5.6, replaces Atlas
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work, an agent for multi-step workflows, powered by GPT-5.6, while phasing out Atlas.
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Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft tied to ChatGPT hardware
Apple accuses OpenAI of encouraging former employees to steal trade secrets for ChatGPT hardware development.
AI startups captured 80% of global VC funding in Q1 2026, Crunchbase reports
AI startups absorbed $242B of the $300B global VC funding in Q1 2026, with OpenAI, Anthropic, xAI, and Waymo raising $188B alone.
Anti-AI protesters march past OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google in San Francisco
Over 100 protesters marched from OpenAI to Anthropic and Google, demanding a slowdown in AI development.
Anthropic's rumored $999B model could outperform GPT-5.6 Sol, reshaping AI competition
Anthropic may launch a new AI model next week that outperforms OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol in intelligence and cost, per social media claims.
Microsoft replaces OpenAI models with its own smaller, cheaper MAI tools
Microsoft is shifting from OpenAI's large models to its own smaller, domain-specific MAI models for cost efficiency and better performance.
OpenAI's safety chief departs amid leadership shakeup, Mia Glaese takes expanded role
OpenAI's head of safety systems exits, with Mia Glaese overseeing research and safety teams, marking a significant leadership change.
Anthropic reveals Alibaba-linked operators used 25,000 fake accounts to extract 28.8M Claude interactions
Anthropic reports Alibaba-linked operators used 25,000 fake accounts to generate 28.8M Claude interactions in a large-scale distillation campaign.
OpenAI targets families with new product manager role for ChatGPT
OpenAI hires a product manager to build family-focused experiences for ChatGPT, reflecting a shift towards household adoption.
OpenAI and Mistral AI lead hiring surge at ICML 2026 with record 20,456 attendees
OpenAI, Mistral AI, and other tech giants actively recruit at ICML 2026, which drew a record 20,456 attendees.
OpenAI's safety lead Johannes Heidecke exits after restructuring
OpenAI's head of safety Johannes Heidecke departs following an internal reorganization.
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.
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.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Work automates workflows with GPT-5.6, targeting enterprise cost efficiency
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work, combining GPT-5.6, ChatGPT, and Codex to automate enterprise tasks with lower operating costs.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 outpaces Claude Fable, but Fidji Simo's exit raises leadership questions
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 model surpasses benchmarks, but Fidji Simo's departure leaves the company's leadership in flux.
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.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 family targets cybersecurity with 54% token efficiency gains
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.6 family with Sol, Terra, and Luna models, boasting 54% token efficiency gains and advanced cybersecurity capabilities.
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.
OpenAI merges Codex into ChatGPT, launches GPT-5.6 models to dominate the workplace
OpenAI integrates Codex into ChatGPT and introduces GPT-5.6 models, aiming to become the go-to AI tool for professionals.
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.
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
Powerlaw Corp. offers public access to OpenAI's $852B valuation via Nasdaq-listed fund
Powerlaw Corp. (PWRL) provides public-market exposure to OpenAI's $852B valuation through a Nasdaq-listed closed-end fund.
OpenAI's GPT-Live voice models preferred 75.7% over Advanced Voice Mode
OpenAI rolls out GPT-Live voice models for ChatGPT, preferred 75.7% over Advanced Voice Mode in evaluations.
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.
OpenAI's GPT-Live voice models target Jony Ive's AI device, aim for primary computing interface
OpenAI's new GPT-Live voice models hint at a future where voice is the primary interface for computing, potentially powering Jony Ive's upcoming AI device.
OpenAI's GPT-Live voice models score 75.5 in pleasantness tests, outperform predecessors
OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models, scoring 75.5 in pleasantness tests and offering real-time task processing for ChatGPT.
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.
SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5 undercuts rivals with $2M token efficiency
SpaceXAI's Grok 4.5 model offers twice the token efficiency of competitors, priced at $2M for input tokens.
OpenAI to release GPT-5.6 globally after White House collaboration
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 to launch globally Thursday after voluntary safety reviews with the White House.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 series launches globally after government safety review
OpenAI releases its advanced GPT-5.6 AI models globally following government safety evaluations.
OpenAI's GPT-Live enables real-time AI conversations, ending awkward pauses
OpenAI unveils GPT-Live, a voice model for ChatGPT that enables real-time, simultaneous listening and speaking.
OpenAI secures $520M Bank of America credit line ahead of IPO
OpenAI gets a $520 million line of credit from Bank of America as it prepares for its IPO, boosting the bank's AI financing dominance.
OpenAI's GPT-5.6 Sol debuts with 3x efficiency edge over Anthropic's Mythos 5
OpenAI releases GPT-5.6 Sol, boasting superior cybersecurity and efficiency, after White House delays and government negotiations.
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.
OpenAI expands global rollout of advanced AI model Thursday
OpenAI will launch its most advanced AI model globally on Thursday, expanding access beyond its initial preview.
OpenAI's GPT 5.6 set for wide release after policy shift
OpenAI plans to launch GPT 5.6 this week following the lifting of restrictions by the Trump administration.
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.
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.