Amazon has quickly removed an “AI beta” English dub for the classic anime Banana Fish following intense criticism from viewers. The move highlights the growing tension between streamers experimenting with AI and audiences who fiercely defend human creative roles.
Microsoft is adding a “streaming” feature to Notepad in Windows 11, making its Copilot AI type out responses character by character. The update mimics the ChatGPT experience and will debut on new Copilot+ PCs before coming to other systems.
Norton has entered the AI browser wars with Neo, a “zero-prompt” browser built on security. It proactively offers summaries and suggestions instead of waiting for user queries. The goal is to offer a calmer, more predictable alternative to agentic browsers.
Apple’s head of AI, John Giannandrea, is retiring and will be replaced by former Microsoft VP Amar Subramanya. The shakeup comes as SoftBank’s Masayoshi Son admits to “crying” over selling a $5.83 billion Nvidia stake to fund investments like OpenAI.
Apple is making a major leadership change in its AI division. John Giannandrea is retiring, and former Microsoft VP of AI Amar Subramanya is stepping in to lead the charge, likely for a new Siri launch this spring.
A new report reveals colleges are quietly deploying AI to read application essays and evaluate transcripts. While schools promise it’s only an assist for humans, the trend is accelerating rapidly, with some hoping to notify students a month sooner.
According to a new report, artificial intelligence is radically transforming the accounting industry. The market is expected to skyrocket from $3.35 billion in 2023 to a staggering $93.3 billion by 2032, fueled by massive efficiency gains.
Code in the ChatGPT Android app reveals references to search ads and an ad API, signaling a major monetization push for free users. This comes after CEO Sam Altman’s evolving comments on advertising over the past year.
Apple is making a major change at the top of its AI division. Longtime leader John Giannandrea is stepping down and will be replaced by a former Microsoft executive.
After a chaotic start following ChatGPT’s 2022 release, Google has reorganized and caught up in the AI race. The company now faces the harder challenge of turning its technical lead into a sustainable business and cultural advantage.
