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Snapchat to Embed Perplexity AI Search in Early 2026

Snapchat to Embed Perplexity AI Search in Early 2026

Snap Inc. announced a $400 million agreement with Perplexity AI to integrate the AI search engine directly into Snapchat’s chat interface. The partnership, slated for early 2026, will let users ask questions and receive conversational answers sourced from verifiable data. Snap expects the deal to start contributing to its revenue in 2026, and CEO Evan Spiegel suggested similar collaborations could follow. The move adds to Snap’s broader AI strategy, which already includes its MyAI chatbot, AI‑powered lenses, and the Snapchat+ subscription service.

Google Gemini’s Deep Research Now Harnesses Gmail, Drive, and Chat Data

Google Gemini’s Deep Research Now Harnesses Gmail, Drive, and Chat Data

Google has expanded its Gemini Deep Research feature to pull information directly from Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Chat. The AI can now analyze emails, documents, spreadsheets, slides, PDFs, and chat logs to generate multi‑step research reports. Users select which data sources to include, allowing the model to blend internal team content with web searches. The feature, initially available on desktop, aims to streamline market analysis, competitor reviews, and other research tasks, with plans to roll out to mobile devices soon.

Apple Nears $1 B Deal with Google for Gemini-Powered Siri Overhaul

Apple Nears $1 B Deal with Google for Gemini-Powered Siri Overhaul

Apple is reportedly close to finalizing a partnership with Google that would see the iPhone maker pay roughly $1 billion annually for a customized version of Google’s Gemini AI model. The deal would power a major revamp of Siri, using a model with 1.2 trillion parameters—far exceeding Apple’s current 150 billion‑parameter cloud‑based Apple Intelligence. Apple, which traditionally relies on its own technology, evaluated models from Google, OpenAI and Anthropic before choosing Google as a temporary solution until its own AI capabilities catch up. The upgraded Siri is slated for a launch next spring, though timelines could shift.

Kim Kardashian Blames ChatGPT for Law Exam Failures

Kim Kardashian Blames ChatGPT for Law Exam Failures

Kim Kardashian revealed in a Vanity Fair interview that she relied on OpenAI's ChatGPT to study for the First-Year Law Students' Examination, but the AI consistently gave her incorrect answers, leading to repeated failures. She described the chatbot as a "frenemy" and noted that it would respond with vague encouragement when she questioned its mistakes. The actress also touched on a broader AI controversy, referencing Ziff Davis's lawsuit against OpenAI over alleged copyright infringement. Additionally, Kardashian sparked a debate by denying the 1969 moon landing, prompting a corrective response from NASA acting administrator Sean Duffy.

Foursquare Founder Launches BeeBot, an AI‑Powered Audio Companion for On‑the‑Go Updates

Foursquare Founder Launches BeeBot, an AI‑Powered Audio Companion for On‑the‑Go Updates

Dennis Crowley, the co‑founder of Foursquare, has introduced BeeBot, an AI‑driven app that delivers contextual audio snippets about people, places and events as users move through their day. Designed to work with AirPods, other headphones and even smart glasses, BeeBot activates when users put on their audio device and deactivates when they remove it. By combining location data with user‑specified interests and contacts, the app’s AI "DJ" provides personalized, on‑demand updates while minimizing interruptions to music, podcasts or calls. BeeBot marks Crowley’s latest venture under Hopscotch Labs, aiming to revive the playful spirit of early Foursquare in a modern, AI‑enhanced format.

Apple to Use Google's Gemini Model for Next-Generation Siri

Apple to Use Google's Gemini Model for Next-Generation Siri

Apple is planning to integrate a custom version of Google's Gemini large‑language model into its upcoming Siri update slated for 2026. The partnership will run Gemini on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute infrastructure to handle Siri’s summarizer and planner functions, while the assistant will still rely on Apple‑built models for other tasks. Apple is expected to pay Google roughly $1 billion annually for the technology and aims to eventually replace Gemini with its own trillion‑parameter cloud model for consumer use.

Apple Advances Siri Development as Rumors of Google Gemini Integration Swirl

Apple Advances Siri Development as Rumors of Google Gemini Integration Swirl

Apple executives say Siri is on track for a release next year, highlighting ongoing progress in the company's AI efforts. While the firm has not confirmed any partnership with Google’s Gemini models, industry observers note recent leadership shifts within Apple’s AI team and the long‑standing search deal that pays Google billions annually. Rumors persist that Apple might adopt Gemini to accelerate Siri’s capabilities, but Apple maintains that its own work continues without official disclosure.

Apple to Power Siri with Custom Google Gemini Model

Apple to Power Siri with Custom Google Gemini Model

Apple is set to enhance Siri by integrating a custom version of Google’s Gemini AI model. The partnership involves Apple paying Google around $1 billion each year for access to the technology, which will run on Apple’s Private Cloud Compute infrastructure. While Gemini will handle many new capabilities, Apple will continue to use its own models for certain Siri functions. The move follows a period of delayed AI feature rollouts and earlier consideration of OpenAI and Anthropic solutions. CEO Tim Cook announced the updated Siri is expected next spring, with openness to further third‑party AI integrations.

Pinterest CEO Highlights Open‑Source AI for Cost‑Effective Visual Services

Pinterest CEO Highlights Open‑Source AI for Cost‑Effective Visual Services

On a recent earnings call, Pinterest chief executive Bill Ready explained how the company is turning to open‑source artificial‑intelligence models to slash costs while preserving performance across its visual‑AI features, including personalized recommendations, multimodal search, ad targeting and the new AI‑powered Pinterest Assistant. Ready said tests show open‑source models delivering comparable results at a fraction of the price of proprietary alternatives, offering what he described as orders‑of‑magnitude cost reductions. The company plans to expand the use of these models, while also exploring agentic commerce options and AI‑curated boards. The announcement came as Pinterest’s stock fell more than 21% after a revenue forecast miss.

Tinder Tests AI-Powered “Chemistry” Feature Accessing Camera Roll Photos

Tinder Tests AI-Powered “Chemistry” Feature Accessing Camera Roll Photos

Tinder is piloting an AI-driven feature called Chemistry that asks users questions and, with permission, scans Camera Roll photos to learn more about their interests and personality. The test is underway in New Zealand and Australia and is described as a major pillar of Tinder’s 2026 product experience. Match Group said the experiment will have a modest negative impact on direct revenue and is part of broader AI efforts, including nudges before potentially offensive messages and photo‑selection assistance. The move comes as Tinder faces declining paying subscribers and a shifting dating market.

Zoe Health App Introduces AI-Powered Food Scoring and Processed-Food Risk Scale

Zoe Health App Introduces AI-Powered Food Scoring and Processed-Food Risk Scale

Zoe Health’s nutrition app combines AI photo logging, a food‑score system, and a processed‑food risk scale to help users understand the impact of their meals. The app’s chatbot, Ziggie, answers nutrition questions using an evidence‑based library, while gamified features reward consistent logging. A paid Plus tier offers personalized scores and blood‑test uploads, and an upcoming membership will add gut‑health testing. Experts note the app’s potential to raise awareness but warn that scoring and risk labels could trigger guilt, especially for people with disordered eating or specific medical conditions.

Google Maps Receives Gemini-Powered AI Upgrade for Drivers

Google Maps Receives Gemini-Powered AI Upgrade for Drivers

Google is integrating its Gemini artificial‑intelligence model into Google Maps, bringing a suite of new driver‑focused features. The upgrade adds conversational voice controls that let users ask for recommendations, report traffic incidents and even add calendar events without leaving the app. Directions become more precise by referencing real‑world landmarks, while proactive alerts warn of road disruptions before a trip starts. A Gemini‑enhanced Lens tool lets drivers identify nearby businesses and receive instant information. The changes roll out on Android and iOS in the coming weeks, with Android Auto slated for later release.