YouTube announced on Wednesday that it is testing a version of Google Search’s AI Overviews on its platform. The video streaming giant is experimenting an implementation of the artificial intelligence (AI) feature to show users clips from videos in a carousel which could be most relevant or helpful to the searched query.
Adobe has unveiled a major lineup of AI upgrades across Photoshop, Express, and Firefly, including new AI assistants and audio-video generation tools. The update introduces Firefly Image Model 5 with multi-layered editing, custom Firefly training for individuals, and integrations with ElevenLabs and Topaz. These features mark Adobe’s biggest step yet in blending creative control with generative AI.
Anthropic has introduced Claude for Excel, a new integration that lets users analyse and automate spreadsheet tasks directly through a Claude sidebar. The update also adds six finance-focused agentic skills and new data connectors for real-time access to sources like LSEG, Moody’s, and MT Newswires. These are currently available as research previews.
OpenAI has detailed its new safety evaluation system to detect signs of mental health distress, suicidal thoughts, and emotional dependence on ChatGPT. The company says the mechanism, built with input from clinicians and psychologists, helps its AI de-escalate sensitive chats and guide users to professional help. Critics, however, argue this approach risks moral policing and infringes on user autonomy.
Google is launching a public preview of its Gemini-powered Fitbit Personal Health Coach on October 28 for Fitbit Premium users in the US. The AI-based assistant combines fitness, sleep, and wellness guidance within a redesigned Fitbit app featuring new sections and an “Ask Coach” option. Users can chat naturally to receive personalised plans and insights. Initially available only on Android, the preview will expand to iOS later. Google plans a full rollout next year, further integrating AI into personalised health tracking.
Elon Musk has launched Grokipedia, an AI-powered encyclopedia that aims to offer a “truth-focused” alternative to Wikipedia. Currently live as version 0.1, the open-source site hosts around 8,85,000 articles maintained entirely by Grok AI, without human editing. Musk claims it’s already “better than Wikipedia,” although critics note that several entries appear copied or adapted from Wikipedia itself.
Fitbit's personal health coach app's public preview will start rolling out to eligible Android users today, Google announced in a blog post on Monday. The current version brings a new Gemini AI-powered Ask Coach feature, allowing users to have a conversation with the chatbot. The public preview version will start with a conversation, where the company is asking users to share information about themselves to get personalised fitness goals. According to a report, Google will start rolling out the full version of the health coach in 2026.
Qualcomm on Monday unveiled two artificial intelligence chips for data centers that will be available in 2026. The chipmaker said the new chips support common AI frameworks and tools and played up cost-savings for enterprises. The company also unveiled racks based on the new chips, as Nvidia and AMD move from selling chips to providing larger data center systems.
OpenAI reportedly announced on Tuesday that it will provide one year of free access to ChatGPT Go to all Indian users. As per the report, the exclusive access is being provided ahead of the company’s first DevDay Exchange event scheduled for November 4.
Microsoft is facing a lawsuit in Australia after the ACCC accused it of misleading Microsoft 365 subscribers. The regulator claims Microsoft failed to mention that users could keep their old plan at the same price without Copilot AI features. Instead, subscribers were told to pay higher prices or cancel. The case could result in fines of up to AUD 50 million per breach.
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders, many of them former Meta employees, see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not a nonstarter,” signalling a clear softening of his stance.
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to introduce targeted ads within ChatGPT. According to The Information, some senior leaders — many of them former Meta employees — see ads as a major revenue opportunity, even suggesting personalisation using the chatbot’s memory data. CEO Sam Altman, once sceptical, now calls ads “somewhat distasteful but not a nonstarter,” signalling a clear softening of his stance.
OpenAI is reportedly developing an AI music generation tool capable of producing instrumental tracks from both text and audio prompts. According to The Information, it may also add music to Sora videos or enhance vocal tracks with instruments. The company is said to be working with Juilliard students on training data, marking its entry into a space led by Suno, Udio, and Beatoven.ai.
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas reignited his rivalry with Google, saying the “Internet is too important to be left in Google’s hands.” The remark followed a poll where Chrome narrowly beat Perplexity’s Comet browser. Srinivas admitted Comet still needs work but doubled down on his stance against Google’s dominance, echoing antitrust concerns over the company’s control of the web.
After Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas remarked that “maps are the hardest,” Mappls MapmyIndia has expressed interest in partnering with Perplexity AI. The company highlighted its extensive experience in mapping India and extended an open invitation for collaboration. MapmyIndia also referenced its association with Zoho. The company claims that over 35 million users currently trust its apps in India and are now expanding globally.
The Google Gemini app gets new features as part of the October Feature Drop release. The new update brings a slew of new features to Veo 3.1, Gemini 2.5 Flash, Canvas, Gemini for Google TV, and more. Customers can now create full presentations with Canvas and export them to Google Slides. Check out the full suite of features available with the latest Gemini app update.
Google says its new Willow quantum chip has achieved a major breakthrough, solving a previously unsolvable algorithm 13,000 times faster than classical supercomputers. The 105-qubit chip powers Google’s quantum supercomputer and achieved record-low error rates. The feat, detailed in Nature, offers verifiable proof of quantum computing’s potential for real-world problem-solving.
Instagram is reportedly testing a new feature called Restyle Text, which lets users create custom fonts through natural language prompts. Built on Meta AI, it expands the existing Restyle tool that already allows AI-based photo and video edits. Users can also choose from presets like Chrome or Balloon to give their Stories unique, AI-generated visual flair.
Microsoft has made it clear that Copilot will not support erotic or pornographic content. AI chief Mustafa Suleyman told CNBC that “simulated erotica” is not part of Microsoft’s plans, even as rivals like OpenAI and xAI explore adult-oriented features. The company’s focus remains on productivity, creativity, and responsible AI use within its suite of tools and services.
OpenAI’s viral AI video app Sora is expanding beyond iOS, with an Android release expected soon. The app lets users create AI-generated videos starring themselves and others, even without a ChatGPT subscription. According to Sora Head Bill Peebles, the Android rollout may still be invite-only. New features like pet cameos, character stitching, and community channels are also in the works.
Microsoft introduced multiple new features to Copilot on Thursday. The new features were announced as part of the company’s Fall Update event, and it brings a new character dubbed Mico that gives the chatbot a visual presence. Apart from this, the Redmond-based tech giant is also adding a new Copilot Mode in the Edge browser that bring agentic capabilities to the platform.
APK (Android Package Kit) teardown of the ChatGPT v1.2025.294 reportedly includes code for an upcoming feature that enhances voice conversations by integrating them into the main chat interface. It will reportedly bring new buttons to end the conversation and mute or unmute the microphone.
Google Photos is reportedly testing an AI-powered feature called Me Meme that can turn selfies into meme-style images. Discovered in an APK teardown of version 7.51.0, it lets users pick a template and photo to create personalised memes. Separately, Google is said to be improving Gemini’s voice input mode, allowing users to lock the microphone for longer, uninterrupted prompts.
Microsoft is set to unveil new Copilot upgrades on Thursday, promising a more personal and interactive AI assistant. Teasers hint at the arrival of avatars, likely featuring “Mico” from GroupMe, along with new agentic browsing features for Edge. The company could also debut Copilot Journeys, group chats, and improved memory tools, further expanding its AI ecosystem across Windows, Office, and the web.
An APK teardown of the Google app reportedly suggests that Google is developing image markup tools for Gemini. This would allow users to draw on images before entering them to Gemini for more contextual queries. The feature was said to be spotted on the version 16.42.61.sa.arm64 of the Google app. It also said to support the image editing features of Nano Banana.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has proposed new rules for “synthetically generated information,” such as deepfakes, on Wednesday. These have been proposed as an amendment to the IT Rules, 2021, bringing artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content under the purview of the Indian Government and the legal system.
Over 23,000 people, including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, AI pioneers Geoffrey Hinton and Yoshua Bengio, and several global figures, have signed a letter urging a ban on developing artificial general intelligence (AGI) until global safety measures are established. The statement, issued by the Future of Life Institute, warns that unchecked AI progress could threaten freedom, security, and even human survival.
Amazon smart glasses for delivery associates with a heads-up display and turn-by-turn navigation support were launched on Wednesday with AI-powered sensing capabilities and computer vision. The US-based tech giant's first smart glasses are claimed to make the delivery experience for agents safer, while offering a hands-free experience. The AI smart glasses also come with a controller, which is worn by agents in a vest.
Reddit has sued AI startup Perplexity and three other firms, accusing them of illegally scraping its data to train Perplexity’s AI search engine. The complaint claims the companies bypassed Reddit’s protections to steal data needed for Perplexity’s “answer engine.” This case joins a growing list of lawsuits by content owners over unauthorised use of copyrighted material to train AI.
The APK teardown of version 16.42.61 of the Google app has reportedly revealed a new mic option. Google is testing the option to let users long-press the mic icon in Gemini’s input box. It is expected to be useful for users to put longer requests. After being long-pressed, the mic icon will appear as a stop button, which users can tap when they want Gemini to stop listening.
A new study by Brave claims that Perplexity’s Comet browser and similar AI-powered browsers could be vulnerable to prompt injections. Researchers demonstrated how malicious instructions hidden in a webpage or image can trick the AI assistant into performing harmful actions, such as accessing emails or social media accounts. The findings highlight significant security risks in AI browsers with autonomous browsing features.
Netflix has confirmed plans to integrate generative AI across its business operations, from content creation to advertising and user experience. In its Q3 2025 shareholder letter, the streaming giant said AI will help creators produce stories “better, faster, and in new ways.” The company is already testing conversational search, AI-assisted CGI tools, and personalised ad formats. Netflix reported 17 percent year-on-year revenue growth.
Amazon is reportedly planning to replace human workers with AI-powered robots to cut costs and boost efficiency. Internal documents suggest the company could avoid hiring around 6,00,000 US workers by 2033 through warehouse automation. To soften backlash, executives are reportedly advised to use terms like “advanced technology” or “cobots” instead of “robots.”
YouTube has launched an AI likeness detection tool to help creators identify deepfakes using their image or voice. Available to YouTube Partner Programme members, it requires ID verification and a video selfie for access. The tool flags suspected deepfakes in a dashboard, allowing creators to review or request removals.
Samsung Galaxy XR headset was unveiled on Wednesday as the company's first extended reality (XR) wearable. In the concluding moments of the October 2025 Galaxy event, the South Korean tech giant announced that Samsung and Google are developing the first AI smart glasses, which will also be part of the Android XR ecosystem. The company is collaborating with flashion brands like Warby Parker and Gentle Monster to bring the same to market.
OpenAI introduced ChatGPT Atlas, its first artificial intelligence (AI)-powered web browser on Tuesday. This now becomes the San Francisco-based AI giant's third consumer product, followed by ChatGPT and the Sora app. Available exclusively for macOS, ChatGPT Atlas is integrated with GPT-5 AI model and can perform several tasks for users.
DeepSeek has unveiled DeepSeek-OCR, an open-source AI model that processes text by converting it into images using 2D mapping. This new “Context Optical Compression” approach allows large language models to handle longer documents with fewer tokens and improved accuracy. The method has drawn praise for its potential to simplify and speed up text reasoning.
OpenAI has reinforced Sora’s safeguards to block unauthorised use of celebrity and public figure likenesses in AI-generated videos. The update follows concerns raised by actor Bryan Cranston and a joint statement with SAG-AFTRA. The move aligns with the proposed No Fakes Act, aimed at protecting artists’ digital identities.
Anthropic has expanded Claude Code to the web, letting paid users access the AI-powered coding tool without installing a CLI. Now available as a research preview, the web version supports GitHub integration and parallel coding tasks in isolated environments. The company has also launched a mobile version through its Claude iOS app.
Meta AI’s popularity has reportedly surged, driven by its new Vibes feature, an image-to-video generator with a public sharing feed similar to Instagram Reels. Data from Similarweb (via TechCrunch) shows sharp growth in app downloads and daily users since late September, suggesting that accessibility and creativity are fuelling the rise.
Anthropic has announced that Claude can now connect with Microsoft 365 apps, including Teams, Outlook, and OneDrive. Using its Model Context Protocol (MCP), the AI can pull data from emails, chats, and files to provide context-aware answers and summaries. Available to Team and Enterprise users, the integration also enables unified enterprise search across company tools.
OpenAI has made Sora 2 easier to access with two major updates. Users can now generate AI videos directly from the Sora website, not just the iOS app, although invites are still required. The company has also extended video length limits—up to 15 seconds for regular users and 25 seconds for Pro subscribers—while adding web-based storyboard editing for finer creative control.
Microsoft has rolled out its biggest AI update to Windows 11, integrating Copilot deeply into the operating system. The update removes the need for dedicated AI PCs, making every compatible Windows 11 device capable of running AI-powered features through a server-based version of Copilot. The assistant can now see, understand, and act across the system, marking a major step towards an agentic Windows OS.
Meta and Arm have entered a multi-year partnership to make AI systems faster and more energy-efficient. The collaboration combines Arm’s low-power chip design expertise with Meta’s AI infrastructure to enhance performance across data centres and devices. Together, they aim to scale efficient AI tools and hardware for over three billion users worldwide.
Anthropic has launched Claude Haiku 4.5, the smallest model in its Claude 4.5 series. Focused on speed and real-time performance, it’s said to be twice as fast as Sonnet 4 while maintaining similar coding capabilities. Available for free, Haiku 4.5 outperforms rival models in several benchmarks and is rated Anthropic’s safest model to date.
Japan has reportedly asked OpenAI to halt copyright infringement linked to its Sora 2 video model, which can recreate famous anime and game characters like Pikachu and Goku. The government’s formal request highlights rising concerns over AI-generated media using Japanese IP without consent. OpenAI recently switched Sora to an opt-in policy for rights holders.
Instagram has announced limited-edition Diwali-themed effects for Instagram Stories and its Edits app in India and select other markets. Users can enhance their photos and videos in Stories, as well as videos in the Edits app, and infuse them with the new special effects inspired by Diwali, as per the company. These effects will be available to use until October 29.
Apple’s AI chief for Siri’s web-search revamp, Ke Yang, has reportedly left the company to join Meta. Yang led the “Answers, Knowledge and Information” team, developing a ChatGPT-like feature for Siri. His exit marks another key loss for Apple’s AI division, as multiple senior researchers have recently moved to Meta.
Google has rolled out Veo 3.1, the first major update to its AI video generator. The new version improves prompt accuracy and gives creators finer control, letting them add reference images or set the first and last frames to shape the video’s flow. It’s available via Flow and the Gemini API for developers.
Honor Robot Phone, carrying an artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled pop-up camera, was introduced by the company on Wednesday. The handset will act as an AI assistant that supports multi-modal intelligence. The camera is shown with a USB Type-C port, which could be utilised for attaching accessories. The tech firm has announced that the phone will be unveiled during next year's Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona.
Apple has unveiled new hardware, a 14-inch MacBook Pro, Vision Pro, and iPad Pro, all powered by its M5 chipset. Built on a 3nm process, the 10-core CPU and GPU chip brings up to four times faster peak GPU performance. Apple says the M5 is designed for AI workflows, with Neural Accelerators optimising local model processing.
