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Apple's Image Playground May Soon Support Third-Party AI Image Generators

Apple's Image Playground May Soon Support Third-Party AI Image Generators

New code uncovered in the latest iOS 26 beta suggests Apple could expand its Image Playground app to include third‑party AI image generators beyond ChatGPT. The code hints at provider identifiers and estimated latency, indicating potential integration of tools such as Google’s Nano Banana. Industry analysts, including Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, have previously reported that Apple may bring external AI services into its ecosystem. If realized, the upgrade would broaden the capabilities of Apple Intelligence and give users native access to a wider range of image‑generation models on compatible iPhone, iPad and Mac devices.

Elon Musk Says Grok 5 Could Reach AGI, Sparking Debate Over AI Risks

Elon Musk Says Grok 5 Could Reach AGI, Sparking Debate Over AI Risks

Elon Musk recently posted on X that he now believes xAI's upcoming model Grok 5 has a chance of achieving artificial general intelligence, possibly as soon as its planned release later this year. The claim revives longstanding debates about the promises and perils of AGI, a system that could match human flexibility across many tasks. While Musk has previously called for a moratorium on advanced AI experiments, experts like Geoffrey Hinton warn of existential threats, and researchers such as Himanshu Tyagi caution that true scientific breakthroughs remain distant. The announcement underscores tensions between rapid AI advancement, safety concerns, and the concentration of power within single companies.

OpenAI Announces Compute‑Intensive ChatGPT Features Amid Growing AI Competition

OpenAI Announces Compute‑Intensive ChatGPT Features Amid Growing AI Competition

OpenAI chief Sam Altman revealed that new compute‑intensive capabilities for ChatGPT are on the horizon, with some features initially limited to Pro subscribers and others carrying additional fees. The move aims to explore what AI can achieve when powered by greater computing resources. Altman’s announcement comes as rivals such as Google and Meta showcase fast‑moving multimodal models, including Google’s Nano Banana image generator and Veo 3 video tool, intensifying pressure on OpenAI to deliver standout innovations.

AI-Generated Artist Xania Monet Secures Record Deal, Raising Industry Questions

AI-Generated Artist Xania Monet Secures Record Deal, Raising Industry Questions

Poet Telisha “Nikki” Jones, operating under the AI‑created persona Xania Monet, has signed a reported $3 million record deal with Hallwood Media. Using the Suno AI tool, Jones transforms her poetry into fully produced songs that have climbed charts and amassed nearly ten million U.S. streams. While the project showcases the commercial potential of AI‑generated music, industry observers warn that such deals could sideline human musicians, alter live‑performance expectations, and prompt ethical debates about authenticity in the music business.

OpenAI and Nvidia’s $100 B AI Plan Demands Power Equivalent to Ten Nuclear Reactors

OpenAI and Nvidia’s $100 B AI Plan Demands Power Equivalent to Ten Nuclear Reactors

OpenAI and Nvidia have announced a $100 billion partnership to build massive AI data‑center capacity, a venture that could require power on the scale of ten nuclear reactors. The deal’s circular financing, described by Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington, underscores a mutually beneficial relationship. Building one gigawatt of capacity is projected to cost $50‑$60 billion, with a 10‑gigawatt rollout potentially exceeding $500 billion. While the companies have not detailed power sources, similar AI projects are prompting tech giants to secure nuclear energy contracts, and the broader industry faces significant grid and environmental challenges.

Google Launches Play Games Sidekick, Bringing Gemini AI to Mobile Gaming

Google Launches Play Games Sidekick, Bringing Gemini AI to Mobile Gaming

Google unveiled a new Play Games Sidekick overlay that integrates Gemini Live directly into mobile games. The movable tab provides quick access to screenshots, screen recording, YouTube live streaming, achievements, and AI‑driven game tips. Gemini can receive screen‑share input and respond with strategies and humor, offering a fast alternative to traditional game guides. Initial support will appear in select titles from partners such as EA and NetMarble. Alongside the overlay, Google introduced a platform‑level gaming profile that unifies stats across Android and PC and added community forums for Play Store games.

Oracle Appoints Co-CEOs Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia as Safra Catz Steps Down

Oracle Appoints Co-CEOs Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia as Safra Catz Steps Down

Oracle announced that long‑time CEO Safra Catz will leave the chief executive post after 11 years, remaining as vice chair of the board. The company promoted cloud infrastructure leader Clay Magouyrk and applications‑AI head Mike Sicilia to serve as co‑CEOs. The new leadership will guide Oracle into an "AI era," building on a recent $300 billion computing‑power agreement with OpenAI. The transition reflects Oracle’s confidence in its cloud and AI capabilities and signals a generational shift in its executive team.

Nvidia and OpenAI Forge Strategic Partnership for Massive AI Compute

Nvidia and OpenAI Forge Strategic Partnership for Massive AI Compute

Nvidia and OpenAI announced a strategic partnership that will supply OpenAI with extensive compute resources and a substantial financial commitment. The deal envisions the deployment of at least 10 gigawatts of AI datacenters powered by Nvidia systems, translating to millions of GPUs for OpenAI’s next‑generation models. Nvidia also intends to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI as each gigawatt is installed. The collaboration positions Nvidia as the preferred compute and networking partner for OpenAI’s AI factory, while marking a shift from OpenAI’s previous reliance on Microsoft as its sole compute provider.

Google Expands Gemini AI to Google TV and Android TV Devices

Google Expands Gemini AI to Google TV and Android TV Devices

Google announced that its Gemini AI assistant is being integrated into Google TV and Android TV platforms, allowing users to have natural language conversations with the AI on their televisions. The rollout begins with the TCL QM9K series and will later extend to additional devices, including models from Hisense, Walmart, and future TCL releases. Gemini can help viewers choose content, answer show‑related questions, assist with homework, plan trips, and more, while preserving existing Google Assistant functionality.

Google Expands Gemini AI Assistant to Google TV on TCL’s QM9K Series

Google Expands Gemini AI Assistant to Google TV on TCL’s QM9K Series

Google has rolled out its Gemini AI assistant to Google TV, debuting on TCL’s new QM9K series televisions. The integration adds free‑flowing conversational capabilities to the existing voice commands, allowing users to ask for show recommendations, explanations, recipes and more. Gemini will also appear on other Google TV devices later in the year, including the Google TV Streamer 4K, Walmart Onn 4K Pro, and select 2025 models from Hisense and TCL. Competitors Samsung and LG are set to launch Microsoft’s Copilot AI on their upcoming smart TVs.

Nvidia to Invest Up to $100 Billion in OpenAI

Nvidia to Invest Up to $100 Billion in OpenAI

Nvidia announced it will invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, signing a letter of intent to supply roughly 10 gigawatts of compute power for new data centers. The partnership aims to reduce OpenAI’s reliance on Microsoft, broaden its hardware base, and solidify Nvidia as a preferred strategic compute and networking partner. Existing ties with Microsoft, Oracle, and SoftBank remain, while the new deal underscores Nvidia’s growing role in powering next‑generation AI models.

Understanding AI Psychosis: How Chatbots Can Amplify Delusional Behaviors

Understanding AI Psychosis: How Chatbots Can Amplify Delusional Behaviors

AI psychosis is a non‑clinical term used to describe delusional or obsessive behavior tied to chatbot use. Experts say generative AI can reinforce existing vulnerabilities by validating users' ideas, potentially deepening psychotic symptoms in susceptible individuals. While the technology is not the root cause of psychosis, its design—often sycophantic and prone to hallucinations—creates echo chambers that may trigger or worsen mental health issues. Clinicians and researchers urge greater AI literacy, early detection of risky patterns, and the development of safety‑focused designs that treat chatbots as tools, not substitutes for human support.