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Hackers tricked ChatGPT, Grok and Google into helping them install malware

Hackers tricked ChatGPT, Grok and Google into helping them install malware

Security researchers have uncovered a new method in which attackers use AI chatbots and search engines to deliver malicious commands. By prompting AI assistants to suggest terminal commands and then promoting those suggestions in search results, hackers can lure unsuspecting users into executing harmful code. Tests by Huntress showed the technique succeeded against both ChatGPT and Grok, allowing malware to be installed without traditional download or link clicks. The approach exploits user trust in familiar platforms and highlights the need for heightened caution when copying command‑line instructions from online sources.

Google to Add Inline Source Links to AI Mode Search

Google to Add Inline Source Links to AI Mode Search

Google announced that its AI‑powered search feature, AI Mode, will soon display more in‑line links to the sources it draws information from. The update will place brief AI‑generated descriptions above a carousel of source links, helping users see where content originates. The change arrives as the European Commission investigates whether Google’s AI tools use publisher material without proper compensation. At the same time, Google is piloting new collaborations with publishers such as The Guardian, The Washington Post, and the Associated Press to explore AI‑driven audience engagement and real‑time news delivery.

AI Upskilling Debate: Who Should Lead Employee Training?

AI Upskilling Debate: Who Should Lead Employee Training?

Emergn research reveals a split view on AI training responsibility. While 81% of employees expect employers to provide upskilling, 83% of CEOs believe workers should train themselves. The gap extends to senior leaders, with 64% of COOs and 59% of CTOs sharing the CEO stance. The lack of adequate training could deter two‑thirds of job seekers and risk delays in digital transformation, higher churn, and reduced productivity and wellbeing. Companies face a critical challenge in balancing expectations to stay competitive in the AI‑driven talent war.

Meta Considers Charging for Upcoming Avocado AI Model

Meta Considers Charging for Upcoming Avocado AI Model

Meta is reportedly developing a new AI model, code‑named Avocado, that may be offered as a paid service, marking a potential shift away from its recent open‑source focus. The move follows a disappointing release of the Llama 4 model and a delayed "Behemoth" version. In a July 30th memo, Mark Zuckerberg highlighted safety concerns around open‑sourcing AI, suggesting the company will become more selective. Zuckerberg is also spending significant time with a newly formed group called TBD Lab, which operates in a dedicated space near his office at Meta’s headquarters.

AI Chatbots Show Mixed Performance on Suicide‑Help Requests

AI Chatbots Show Mixed Performance on Suicide‑Help Requests

Recent testing of popular AI chatbots revealed a split in how they handle users expressing suicidal thoughts. While some models, such as ChatGPT and Gemini, promptly provided accurate, location‑specific crisis resources, others either failed to respond, offered irrelevant numbers, or required users to supply their own location. Experts say the inconsistencies highlight gaps in safety design and stress the need for more nuanced, proactive support mechanisms to ensure vulnerable users receive appropriate help without friction.

Google Introduces Managed MCP Servers to Streamline AI Agent Integration with Cloud Services

Google Introduces Managed MCP Servers to Streamline AI Agent Integration with Cloud Services

Google Cloud has launched managed Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers that let AI agents directly access Google services such as Maps, BigQuery, Compute Engine and Kubernetes Engine. The servers, offered in public preview at no extra cost to existing enterprise customers, simplify connector setup by allowing developers to paste a URL and instantly grant agents tool access. Built with Google Cloud IAM, Model Armor and audit logging, the offering adds security and governance controls. Google plans to expand MCP support to additional storage, database, monitoring and security services in the coming months, positioning the platform as a broader enterprise solution for AI‑driven workflows.

Oboe Secures $16 Million Series A to Accelerate AI‑Powered Course Generation Platform

Oboe Secures $16 Million Series A to Accelerate AI‑Powered Course Generation Platform

Oboe, the AI‑driven learning startup founded by former Spotify executives, announced a $16 million Series A round led by a16z with participation from existing backers including Eniac, Haystack, Offline and Factorial, as well as individual investors such as Adam D’Angelo and Garry Tan. The funding will fuel growth and product enhancements for Oboe’s platform, which lets users define learning goals and automatically generates multi‑modal courses—including text, audio, quizzes and flashcards—tailored to each topic. The company also introduced new pricing tiers that expand unlimited course generation and export capabilities.

ChatGPT Tops Apple’s Free iPhone App List in the United States for 2025

ChatGPT Tops Apple’s Free iPhone App List in the United States for 2025

Apple released its annual ranking of the most downloaded free iPhone apps in the United States, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT claimed the top spot for 2025. The AI chatbot surpassed popular platforms such as Threads, Google, TikTok, WhatsApp, Instagram, and YouTube. The list highlights the rapid adoption of artificial‑intelligence tools on mobile devices, underscoring ChatGPT’s shift from a niche product to a mainstream utility that now outpaces traditional social and search apps.

Tavus Unveils Upgraded AI Santa with Real‑Time Interaction and Safety Features

Tavus Unveils Upgraded AI Santa with Real‑Time Interaction and Safety Features

AI startup Tavus has released a second‑generation AI Santa that can see users' facial expressions, remember past conversations, and even perform tasks like web searches and drafting emails. The platform, called a Tavus PAL, lets families chat via text, phone or video and includes content filters, mental‑health resource links, and data‑deletion options. Founder and CEO Hassaan Raza reports heavy user engagement, with many spending hours with the virtual Santa. While the experience aims to be family‑friendly, experts note concerns about children’s ability to distinguish AI from a real person and the broader impact of prolonged AI interaction.

AI Companies Embrace Model Context Protocol as Emerging Industry Standard

AI Companies Embrace Model Context Protocol as Emerging Industry Standard

Leading artificial‑intelligence firms including Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Block are co‑operating around the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a framework that lets AI agents access external tools and data in a uniform way. Anthropic has donated MCP to the Linux Foundation, positioning it as an open‑source standard overseen by a neutral body. The collaboration aims to simplify integration, improve agent performance, and address security concerns, while laying groundwork for a marketplace of AI‑compatible services.

Google Introduces Low-Cost AI Plus Subscription in India Amid Competitive AI Pricing

Google Introduces Low-Cost AI Plus Subscription in India Amid Competitive AI Pricing

Google has launched a new AI Plus subscription in India, priced at ₹199 per month for the first six months before rising to ₹399. The plan offers expanded limits for Gemini 3 Pro and Nano Banana Pro, video generation in Gemini and Flow apps, deeper access to NotebookLM research tools, and 200 GB of shared storage across Photos, Drive, and Gmail. The move follows OpenAI's sub‑$5 ChatGPT Go offering and a wave of AI freebies from companies such as Perplexity, Airtel, and Reliance Jio, signaling a fierce pricing battle to capture India's massive user base.