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Sam Altman says he couldn't imagine parenting without ChatGPT, sparking fierce backlash

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told Jimmy Fallon he couldn't imagine raising a child without ChatGPT, using it to check developmental milestones and answer basic parenting questions. The comment triggered widespread criticism online, with parents and experts questioning the wisdom of relying on AI chatbots for child healthcare information over pediatricians and human intuition.

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Microsoft partners with India's Labour Ministry to deploy AI chatbots and expand job opportunities

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella signed an MoU with India's Labour Ministry to integrate AI-powered chatbots on e-Shram and National Career Service platforms. The Microsoft India partnership aims to connect over 15,000 employers and equip millions with AI skilling in cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and productivity tools for a globally competitive workforce.

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SpaceX and Blue Origin race to build AI data centers in space as energy constraints mount

The race to build AI data centers in space is accelerating as tech billionaires seek alternatives to Earth-based facilities. SpaceX is reportedly preparing a 2026 IPO targeting $1.5 trillion valuation to fund orbital data centers, while Nvidia-backed Starcloud has already trained the first AI model in space. The push comes as terrestrial data centers strain power grids and face mounting environmental concerns.

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Virtusa Acquires SmartSoC Solutions, Adds 1,400 Engineers for Chip Design and AI Push

IT services firm Virtusa has acquired Bengaluru-based SmartSoC Solutions to expand into semiconductor chip design and engineering. The deal adds over 1,400 specialized engineers and positions Virtusa to serve clients from silicon layer to application as demand for advanced chips accelerates with AI growth and data center expansion.

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Boom Supersonic pivots jet engine tech to power AI data centers with 42 MW Superpower turbine

Boom Supersonic, known for developing the Overture supersonic airliner, has unveiled the Superpower turbine to address the power crisis affecting AI data centers. The 42 MW turbine, derived from its Symphony engine, operates efficiently at high temperatures and secured a 1.21 GW order from Crusoe AI. The venture aims to fund Boom's aviation program while testing engine technology.

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Cursor CEO explains how his AI coding assistant will compete with OpenAI and Anthropic

Anysphere CEO Michael Truell says his company has no plans for an IPO despite reaching $1 billion in annualized revenue. Speaking at Fortune's AI Brainstorm conference, Truell outlined how Cursor will compete against OpenAI and Anthropic by combining their intelligence with proprietary models while building comprehensive tools for development teams.

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Rivian unveils AI assistant after two years, targets autonomous driving reveal at Dec 11 event

Rivian has spent nearly two years building its own AI assistant, separate from its $5.8 billion Volkswagen joint venture. The EV manufacturer plans to reveal details at its Autonomy and AI Day on December 11, including its Universal Hands Free feature and autonomous driving capabilities, as the company pivots to technology differentiation amid slowing EV sales.

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Instagram quietly adds AI-generated headlines to posts, sparking accuracy and consent concerns

Instagram is automatically creating AI-generated headlines for user posts that appear in Google Search results, often without knowledge or permission. Meta confirmed the practice aims to boost SEO but acknowledged the titles may not always be accurate. Users including author Jeff VanderMeer and cosplayers report misleading headlines that misrepresent their content, raising concerns about user control and reputational damage.

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OpenAI researchers quit over alleged shift from rigorous AI research to company advocacy

OpenAI is facing internal turmoil as employees leave over concerns the company has become reluctant to publish research highlighting AI's negative economic impacts. Former researcher Tom Cunningham departed in September, citing growing tension between rigorous analysis and functioning as OpenAI's advocacy arm. The controversy raises questions about research integrity as the AI leader deepens multibillion-dollar partnerships.

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Google's Gemini closes gap with ChatGPT as AI chatbot race intensifies and regulators circle

Google's Gemini is experiencing explosive growth, with monthly active users jumping 30% to 346 million between August and November, while ChatGPT's growth slowed to just 5%. The surge in mobile app downloads and website visits has triggered an internal 'code red' at OpenAI, as Sam Altman refocuses efforts on improving ChatGPT's core experience. Meanwhile, European regulators have opened an antitrust investigation into Google's AI practices.

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Google Pixel gets Notification Organizer to manage irritating notifications with AI

Google has started rolling out Notification Organizer to Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 series devices running Android 16 QPR2. The AI-powered feature automatically silences and groups notifications into categories like Promotions, News, Social, and Suggested, helping users cut through notification overload without missing important alerts.

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South Korea mandates AI ad labeling to combat deepfake celebrities and fabricated experts

South Korea will require advertisers to label AI-generated ads starting in 2026 as deceptive promotions surge across social media platforms. The government identified over 97,600 illegal online ads in 2024, up from 59,000 in 2023. Officials plan punitive fines up to five times the losses incurred, with platforms responsible for ensuring compliance as the country balances AI innovation with consumer protection.

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Google AI Plus launches in India at ₹399 per month to compete with ChatGPT Go subscription

Google introduced its AI Plus subscription in India at ₹399 per month, with an introductory offer of ₹199 for six months. The plan provides access to Gemini 3 Pro, Nano Banana Pro image tools, video generation capabilities, and 200GB of storage. Google enters India's competitive AI subscription market months after OpenAI launched ChatGPT Go at the same price point.

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Scammers exploit AI chatbots with fake customer support numbers through content poisoning

Cybercriminals are manipulating AI search results by poisoning public web content with fraudulent phone numbers. Research from Aurascape reveals how threat actors use Generative Engine Optimization to inject scam call center numbers into AI chatbots like Google's AI Overview and Perplexity, steering unsuspecting users toward fake customer support lines for major airlines and other services.

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UAE bets $147 billion on Artificial Intelligence to drive economic diversification beyond oil

The UAE is constructing a massive AI campus in Abu Dhabi's desert, a quarter the size of Paris, powered by five gigawatts of electricity. With over $147 billion invested since 2024 and partnerships with tech giants like Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia, the oil-rich nation aims to become an AI-native powerhouse. But fierce competition from the US and China means success remains uncertain in this fast-evolving sector.

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