Ars Technica
"Cognitive surrender" leads AI users to abandon logical thinking, research finds
Research shows AI users often accept faulty AI reasoning, exhibiting "cognitive surrender" and reduced critical thinking.
TechCrunch
OpenAI executive shuffle includes new role for COO Brad Lightcap to lead ‘special projects’
OpenAI is restructuring its executive team, with COO Brad Lightcap moving to lead 'special projects' and Fidji Simo taking medical leave.
TechCrunch
Anthropic buys biotech startup Coefficient Bio in $400M deal: reports
Anthropic has acquired biotech AI startup Coefficient Bio for a reported $400 million to bolster its healthcare and life sciences research capabilities.
The Verge
OpenAI’s AGI boss is taking a leave of absence
OpenAI's AGI deployment CEO, Fidji Simo, is taking medical leave, with Greg Brockman taking charge of product and other leaders filling in.
TechCrunch
Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC
Anthropic has established a political action committee (PAC) to influence policy and regulation, joining other AI companies in increasing political spending.
TechCrunch
AI companies are building huge natural gas plants to power data centers. What could go wrong?
Major tech companies are investing heavily in natural gas power plants for data centers, risking supply shortages, price volatility, and public backlash.
TechCrunch
People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center
Recent polls indicate public preference for e-commerce warehouses over data centers, driven by concerns about electricity prices and limited local job creation.
Hackster.io
Is This the ‘ChatGPT Moment’ for Embedded Systems?
Palpable is a new tool that simplifies embedded systems design by using AI to automatically generate firmware from hardware modules and plain language descriptions.
TechCrunch
The Facebook insider building content moderation for the AI era
Brett Levenson founded Moonbounce to address content moderation challenges with a 'policy as code' approach, securing $12 million in funding.
The Verge
Apple’s best product ever
The Vergecast discusses the results of a massive reader poll ranking Apple’s 50 best products to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary.
The Verge
Chatbots are now prescribing psychiatric drugs
Utah has launched a pilot program allowing a Legion Health AI chatbot to renew specific psychiatric medication prescriptions for stable patients.
Phoronix
Microsoft's Newest Open-Source Project: Runtime Security For AI Agents
Microsoft released the Agent Governance Toolkit, an open-source project focused on runtime security for AI agents, addressing ten key risks.
Reuters
Microsoft to invest $10 billion in Japan for AI and cyber defence expansion
Microsoft will invest $10 billion in Japan through 2029 to bolster AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, and workforce training for 1 million people.
Tom's Guide
I stopped using Claude like a chatbot — 7 prompt shifts that reclaimed 10 hours of my week
By shifting from simple queries to structured, expert-level prompting techniques, users can significantly improve Claude's output quality and save substantial time.
The Verge
PSA: Anyone with a link can view your Granola notes by default
Granola users should adjust privacy settings as notes are shareable via link by default and data may be used for AI training.
TechCrunch
OpenAI acquires TBPN, the buzzy founder-led business talk show
OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a popular tech talk show, for over $30 million, aiming to scale its reach and improve AI communication.
Scientific American
Anthropic leak reveals Claude Code tracking user frustration and raises new questions about AI privacy
An accidental leak of Anthropic's source code reveals that its AI tool tracks user frustration and masks its own involvement in generated content.
The Verge
Elon Musk is about to be a very busy boy!
Elon Musk faces a hectic period involving potential SpaceX IPO filings, ongoing Tesla production challenges, and a high-stakes legal battle with OpenAI.
The Verge
OpenAI just bought TBPN
OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a popular online talk show known for interviewing AI and tech leaders, for an undisclosed amount.
Sfstandard
Kids groups say they didn’t know OpenAI was behind their child safety coalition
Several child safety organizations joined an OpenAI-funded coalition without realizing the company was its primary sponsor and architect.
TechCrunch
Microsoft takes on AI rivals with three new foundational models
Microsoft has launched three new foundational AI models for text, voice, and image generation to compete with industry rivals.
TechCrunch
Google now lets you direct avatars through prompts in its Vids app
Google has updated its Vids app, allowing users to direct AI avatars using text prompts and integrating the Veo 3.1 video generation model.
Gemini
Gemma 4: Byte for byte, the most capable open models
Google introduces Gemma 4, a high-performance, open-model family designed for advanced reasoning, agentic workflows, and efficient deployment across diverse hardware.
The Verge
It’s not easy to get depression-detecting AI through the FDA
Kintsugi, a startup developing AI to detect depression from speech, is shutting down after failing to secure FDA clearance and is open-sourcing its technology.
The Independent
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman accused of sexual abuse by family member
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, is facing renewed accusations of sexual abuse from his sister, Annie Altman, in an amended lawsuit.
The Verge
Microsoft’s new ‘superintelligence’ game plan is all about business
Microsoft is focusing its 'superintelligence' efforts on delivering product value and revenue for businesses and consumers.
The Verge
Google Home’s latest update makes Gemini better at understanding your commands
Google's latest Home app update enhances Gemini's ability to interpret natural language commands for smart home devices and appliances.
OpenAI
OpenAI acquires TBPN
OpenAI has acquired TBPN, a media company known for its coverage of tech, business, and AI, to enhance its communication and understanding of AI's impact.
OpenAI
The next phase of enterprise AI
OpenAI is shifting from experimentation to large-scale enterprise deployment by integrating frontier models and agentic workflows into core business operations.
DefSec Wire UK
AI-powered drones detect explosive threats to keep soldiers safe
AI-powered drones are being trialed by the British Army to rapidly detect and identify explosive threats, enhancing soldier safety.
AP News
Chinese company uses AI machine to sort clothes for recycling | AP News
A Chinese company's AI machine sorts clothes for recycling significantly faster and more accurately than humans.
TechCrunch
Anthropic took down thousands of Github repos trying to yank its leaked source code — a move the company says was an accident
Anthropic accidentally disabled over 8,000 GitHub repositories while attempting to remove leaked source code for its Claude Code application.
TechCrunch
Meta’s natural gas binge could power South Dakota
Meta is funding ten natural gas plants in Louisiana to power its new Hyperion AI data center, significantly increasing the company's carbon footprint.
TechCrunch
Cognichip wants AI to design the chips that power AI, and just raised $60M to try
Cognichip is developing an AI model to accelerate and reduce the cost of computer chip design, recently raising $60 million in funding.
Gemini
The latest AI news we announced in March 2026
In March 2026, Google announced significant AI updates to Gemini, Search, Maps, and other products, focusing on personalization and proactive assistance.
The Verge
AI can push your Stream Deck buttons for you
Elgato's Stream Deck 7.4 update adds Model Context Protocol support, allowing AI assistants to trigger your device's macros via voice or text commands.
The Verge
Baidu’s robotaxis froze in traffic creating chaos
Baidu’s robotaxis experienced a system failure in Wuhan, China, causing traffic disruptions and trapping passengers.
Anthropic
Australian government and Anthropic sign MOU for AI safety and research
Anthropic and the Australian government have signed an MOU to collaborate on AI safety, research, and economic development.
TechCrunch
Mercor says it was hit by cyberattack tied to compromise of open source LiteLLM project
AI recruiting startup Mercor confirmed a security incident linked to a supply chain attack on the open-source LiteLLM project.
TechCrunch
Anthropic is having a month
Anthropic experienced two accidental public data leaks in one week, exposing source code and internal files related to its Claude Code product.
TechCrunch
Salesforce announces an AI-heavy makeover for Slack, with 30 new features
Salesforce has introduced 30 new AI-driven features for Slack, significantly enhancing Slackbot's capabilities to automate complex enterprise workflows and tasks.
The Verge
Claude Code leak exposes a Tamagotchi-style ‘pet’ and an always-on agent
A packaging error in a Claude Code update leaked internal source code, revealing experimental features like a virtual pet and an always-on agent.
TechCrunch
OpenAI, not yet public, raises $3B from retail investors in monster $122B fund raise
OpenAI has secured $122 billion in funding, including $3 billion from retail investors, as it prepares for a potential public market debut.
The Verge
You can now use ChatGPT with Apple’s CarPlay
Users with iOS 26.4 and the latest ChatGPT app can now access voice-based AI conversations directly through Apple’s CarPlay dashboard.
We Are The Mighty
SMASH2000: Finally, an AI-powered optic that turns your AR-15 into a drone hunter
The SMASH2000 is an AI-powered optic system that significantly increases a rifle's accuracy, even enabling effective drone engagement.
TechCrunch
Yupp.ai shuts down after raising $33M from a16z crypto’s Chris Dixon
Yupp.ai, an AI model-picking service, is shutting down less than a year after raising $33 million due to a lack of product-market fit.
The Verge
The Galaxy S26’s photo app can sloppify your memories
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Photo Assist offers AI editing with strong guardrails, but often results in somewhat harmless, low-quality 'slop' rather than major disinformation.
TechCrunch
Alexa+ gets new food ordering experiences with Uber Eats and Grubhub
Alexa+ now allows users to order food from Uber Eats and Grubhub through conversational voice commands.
Ars Technica
OkCupid gave 3 million dating-app photos to facial recognition firm, FTC says
OkCupid shared photos of 3 million users with facial recognition firm Clarifai without user consent, leading to an FTC complaint.
LinkedIn
Inside OpenAI's decision to abandon Sora AI video app
OpenAI shut down its AI video generator, Sora, due to unsustainable costs—reportedly $15 million per day—and a lack of revenue, shifting focus to other AI models.
TechCrunch
Nomadic raises $8.4 million to wrangle the data pouring off autonomous vehicles
Nomadic AI secured $8.4 million in seed funding to develop a platform that structures and searches video data from autonomous systems.
The Verge
Like it or not, AI is part of art school curriculums
Art schools are increasingly integrating AI into their curriculums, aiming to prepare students for a future where AI is prevalent in creative industries.
TechCrunch
Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early stage AI startups
Runway launched a $10M fund and a Builders program to invest in and support early-stage AI startups focused on video intelligence and AI applications.
The Verge
You can order Grubhub and Uber Eats ‘conversationally’ with Alexa Plus
Alexa Plus now allows users to order food from Grubhub and Uber Eats through a more natural, conversational interface.
TechCrunch
With its new app store, Ring bets on AI to go beyond home security
Ring launched an app store leveraging AI to expand its camera capabilities beyond basic home security into areas like elder care and business analytics.
KTLA
Newsom signs executive order requiring AI companies to have safety, privacy guardrails
Governor Newsom signed an executive order mandating AI companies working with California to implement safety and privacy measures.
TechCrunch
15% of Americans say they’d be willing to work for an AI boss, according to new poll
A new Quinnipiac poll found 15% of Americans would accept an AI program as their direct supervisor.
TechCrunch
Popular AI gateway startup LiteLLM ditches controversial startup Delve
LiteLLM is dropping compliance startup Delve after its open-source version suffered a credential-stealing malware attack.
TechCrunch
As more Americans adopt AI tools, fewer say they can trust the results
Despite rising AI adoption, a Quinnipiac poll shows most Americans lack trust in AI results and are concerned about its future impact.
The Verge
Okta’s CEO is betting big on AI agent identity
Okta CEO Todd McKinnon is focusing on AI agent identity as the next massive market opportunity, despite 'SaaSpocalypse' concerns.
TechCrunch
Mantis Biotech is making ‘digital twins’ of humans to help solve medicine’s data availability problem
Mantis Biotech is developing 'digital twins' of humans using AI and physics engines to address the lack of data in biomedical research.
TechCrunch
ScaleOps raises $130M to improve computing efficiency amid AI demand
ScaleOps secured $130 million in Series C funding to optimize computing resource management and reduce cloud costs for AI workloads.
TechCrunch
AI chip startup Rebellions raises $400 million at $2.3B valuation in pre-IPO round
Rebellions, a South Korean AI chip startup, secured $400 million in pre-IPO funding, valuing the company at $2.3 billion.
TechCrunch
Mistral AI raises $830M in debt to set up a data center near Paris
Mistral AI secured $830 million in debt financing to construct a new, Nvidia-powered data center near Paris, expected to be operational in Q2 2026.
TechCrunch
Qodo raises $70M for code verification as AI coding scales
Qodo secured $70 million in Series B funding to advance its AI code review and verification platform for scaling AI-generated code.
TechCrunch
SoftBank is creating a robotics company that builds data centers — and already eyeing a $100B IPO
Gizmodo
Anthropic Reportedly Plotting to Surpass OpenAI’s Valuation in Next Funding Round
TechCrunch
Amazon’s cloud business is surging — and so is its capital spending
TechCrunch
Sources: Anthropic could raise a new $50B round at a valuation of $900B
The Verge
Elon Musk’s worst enemy in court is Elon Musk
TechCrunch
On the stand, Elon Musk can’t escape his own tweets
TechCrunch
Meta is still burning money on AR/VR
TechCrunch
Satya Nadella says he’s ready to ‘exploit’ the new OpenAI deal
TechCrunch
Microsoft says it has over 20M paid Copilot users, and they really are using it
TechCrunch
Google Cloud surpasses $20B but says growth was capacity-constrained
