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Qualcomm has introduced two new smartphone chips designed with enhanced AI capabilities, with the flagship model capable of running a 30-billion-parameter mixture-of-experts model directly on device.
Meta acknowledges that its Muse AI assistant was heavily inspired by OpenClaw, including similarities in workspace filenames and content structure, though the company maintains Muse was built from scratch.
OpenAI releases GPT-6 Sol and Luna, two new models positioned as successors to Astra, emphasizing cost reduction and improved accuracy.
Anthropic launches Claude Opus 5.5, delivering performance comparable to Fable models at reduced pricing. The company positions it as their highest-performing model tested so far.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 features five AI safety-focused sessions with speakers from major companies including Anthropic, Nvidia, and AWS. Early registration before September 25 offers discounts up to $200.
AstroForge's Autonomy-1 spacecraft will feature an onboard transformer-based AI model to autonomously manage space probe operations. This represents a shift toward AI-driven decision-making in deep space missions where communication delays make real-time ground control impractical.
Hello Robot's CEO Aaron Edsinger will demonstrate the Stretch 4 robot live at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 on the Real World AI Stage. Early registration before September 25 offers discounts on conference passes.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 has reopened its exhibitor program through September 30, allowing startups to book exhibit tables for the conference running October 13-15 at San Francisco's Moscone West, which expects over 10,000 attendees including founders, investors, and tech leaders.
Pennsylvania has experienced two years of contentious debates surrounding AI data center construction, with various stakeholders finding distinct reasons to oppose the projects. The article explores the competing interests and local concerns that have made data center development a politically fraught issue in the state.
Nscale, a British AI data center company, is preparing for an IPO while relying heavily on Microsoft and Anthropic for the majority of its revenue. The listing will indicate investor appetite for companies with concentrated customer bases in the rapidly growing AI infrastructure sector.
A new report has prompted renewed scrutiny of AI safety practices and methodologies. The findings appear to challenge existing approaches to evaluating and managing AI risks.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia has announced an agreement to ensure copyright fees from AI model training flow back to Australian creators. The arrangement addresses how AI systems use creative works in their development.
Instagram introduces an AI Video Assistant designed to help creators with video production tasks. The tool integrates with Instagram's creator ecosystem to streamline video creation workflows.
This article explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping education and considers what role schools should play in an AI-transformed learning landscape. It examines the implications of AI tools for traditional educational institutions and student preparation.
Shopify has launched Canvas, an AI-powered tool that enables users to build e-commerce sites through natural language conversation. The tool allows merchants to create and configure online stores by describing their needs to an AI assistant rather than using traditional interface navigation.
California has enacted legislation prohibiting employers from using AI tools that monitor employees' emotions or nervous system data. The law addresses emerging biometric surveillance technologies in workplace settings.
Talus Bio has developed a new AI model for drug discovery that extends beyond analyzing protein structures. The advancement represents progress in computational approaches to identifying and developing pharmaceutical compounds.
Suno, an AI music startup, has released a new tool that generates music to accompany spoken word content. The tool automates the process of creating background music for podcasts, audiobooks, and similar audio formats.
Farmers Business Network and Google have collaborated to develop an advanced AI tool for agricultural use. The tool combines Google's AI capabilities with FBN's agricultural expertise to help farmers make data-driven decisions.
The EFF provides guidance on how individuals can opt out of having their data used by major technology companies for AI training and tool development. The resource outlines practical steps and policy options available to users seeking to protect their digital information from corporate AI systems.
The Trump administration has deployed an AI concierge system designed to centralize and streamline federal government requests and tasks. The tool aims to improve efficiency across government operations by handling routine administrative functions.
South Yorkshire Police has deployed an AI tool designed to decrease the volume of 101 non-emergency calls. The system aims to streamline call handling and reduce demand on the police's non-emergency line.
AONN+ and Manta Cares have partnered to provide oncology navigators with an AI tool specifically designed to support cancer patients. The collaboration aims to equip healthcare professionals with technology to improve patient care and support services in oncology settings.
Researchers have developed an AI tool that reconstructs visual images from brain scan data and forecasts neural activity patterns. The system uses machine learning to decode visual information captured by brain imaging to generate corresponding images.
A checklist designed for certified public accountants provides guidance on managing cybersecurity risks associated with artificial intelligence implementation. The resource addresses growing concerns about AI security vulnerabilities in financial and accounting contexts.
Ron Johnson, the architect of Apple's retail strategy, expresses skepticism about Silicon Valley's push toward AI-driven shopping experiences, arguing that Apple's success has historically relied on human expertise and personal service rather than automation.
OpenAI has established a math advisory group as its AI systems have resolved over 100 open mathematical problems. The group operates without authority to redirect or slow down OpenAI's mathematical research efforts.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is offering early-bird discounts on conference tickets, with savings up to $200 before September 25. The event takes place October 13-15 in San Francisco and attracts thousands of founders, investors, and operators.
Meta's Muse AI agent has achieved higher download and daily active user numbers in North America than ChatGPT recorded during its comparable early mobile launch period, based on Appfigures data.
Amazon has blocked access to Meta's Muse AI agent on Amazon.com, reportedly due to Amazon's competing AI infrastructure and lack of legal obligation to grant access. The move reflects growing tensions between tech companies over AI agent capabilities and platform access.
