OpenAI is requesting contractors to upload real and fabricated work examples from their jobs to evaluate AI performance against human tasks, raising concerns about data privacy and trade secret risks.
OpenAI and SoftBank are planning to invest $1 billion in a company that supplies energy and data centers, aiming to enhance infrastructure for digital and AI technologies.
OpenAI and SoftBank are investing $1 billion in SB Energy to expand AI data center infrastructure for the Stargate initiative, including building a large data center in Texas and deploying AI tools for SB Energy employees, as part of a broader push to support AI growth through significant energy infrastructure investments.
OpenAI and SoftBank are investing $1 billion in SB Energy to support the expansion of AI infrastructure, including building a large data center in Texas, as part of a broader strategic partnership and the Stargate initiative aimed at scaling AI capabilities and infrastructure development.
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT for Healthcare, a new suite of AI tools powered by GPT-5 designed for medical professionals, offering features like patient data review and integration with existing systems, aiming to reduce administrative burdens and support clinical decision-making while emphasizing HIPAA compliance. The tools are already being adopted by major institutions, reflecting the growing use of AI in healthcare to improve efficiency amid ongoing staff shortages.
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health in the US, a new feature that analyzes users' medical records and app data to provide personalized health advice, raising privacy concerns despite assurances of data separation and protection; the tool is not yet available in the UK or Europe and aims to support, not replace, medical care.
The market anticipates SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic to go public this year, with valuations of $800 billion, $500 billion, and $350 billion respectively, but there is uncertainty about whether investors will be willing to pay these high prices.
At CES 2026, AMD unveiled new high-performance AI chips, including the MI455 for data centers and the MI440X for enterprise use, aiming to compete with Nvidia's dominance in AI hardware. The company also previewed the upcoming MI500, promising significant performance improvements, and launched new Ryzen AI processors for PCs. Despite AMD's efforts and key deals with OpenAI, Nvidia remains the market leader in AI chip sales.
AMD showcased its new high-performance AI chips at CES, including the MI455 and MI440X, targeting data centers and enterprise use, with future chips like the MI500 expected to significantly boost performance. The company aims to compete with Nvidia, which dominates the AI chip market, and has secured key deals with OpenAI, signaling growth in AI hardware. AMD also launched Ryzen AI processors for AI PCs, as the industry advances towards more powerful AI computing solutions.
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OpenAI is increasing its efforts in audio AI development in anticipation of new device launches, signaling a focus on advancing audio-related artificial intelligence technologies.
OpenAI has introduced a new Thinking toggle in its ChatGPT Android app, allowing Plus users to choose between Auto, Instant, or Thinking modes for more tailored responses, aligning mobile functionality with desktop features. The update also includes a formatting block feature for editing emails, marking a positive end to the year amid competition with Google's AI models.
SoftBank has completed a $41 billion investment in OpenAI, acquiring about 11% stake, as part of its broader strategy to capitalize on the booming AI industry, with recent investments and infrastructure projects supporting next-generation AI development.
Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella is restructuring the company's leadership to advance its AI strategy beyond its partnership with OpenAI, signaling a new phase in its AI ambitions.