OpenAI has launched GPT 5.5 Instant as ChatGPT’s new default model, offering faster responses, improved reasoning, reduced AI hallucinations, and enhanced personalization features.

Meta is reportedly testing personalised AI agents that could automate tasks across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp as Zuckerberg expands the company’s AI ambitions.

Microsoft, Google DeepMind, and xAI will give the US government early access to advanced AI models for national security testing and safety evaluations before public release.

Greg Brockman told a California court his OpenAI stake is worth about $30 billion and disclosed financial ties to Sam Altman in Elon Musk’s lawsuit over the company’s shift from nonprofit roots.

Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI intensifies as co founder Greg Brockman testifies about a $30 billion stake and defends the company’s shift from nonprofit to commercial AI model.

New Mexico seeks major changes to Meta platforms in a landmark trial, targeting algorithms and features blamed for harming children’s mental health and safety.

OpenAI launches Codex Pets, an animated overlay for its Codex tool that shows real time task status and allows customization, helping developers track workflows without switching tabs.

Apple is expected to unveil iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max at a September 2026 keynote, likely on September 9, with sales anticipated to begin on September 18 based on its usual schedule.

Minecraft Bedrock 26.30.25 and 26 beta preview is now available across PC, console and mobile, introducing Chaos Cubed features like Sulfur Cubes and Geysers for early testing.

OpenAI o1 model outperforms doctors in emergency diagnosis, study in Science reveals. AI excels in triage with limited data but researchers stress need for testing before clinical use.

Windows 11 gains momentum with Microsoft’s K2 overhaul, Xbox Mode for console style gaming, and community projects reviving classic Xbox and Windows Phone experiences.

Google briefly listed its experimental COSMO AI assistant app with on device Gemini Nano and 14 features before removing it, hinting at a possible reveal at Google I O 2026.