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OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT ads at rates matching Super Bowl broadcasts as monetization begins

OpenAI has begun rolling out advertisements in ChatGPT for free and $8 Go subscribers, with internal pricing reportedly set at $60 per thousand views—matching premium NFL broadcast slots. The company insists ads won't influence ChatGPT answers and will remain clearly labeled, though questions about engagement metrics and value persist as the AI monetization push begins.

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OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT ads at rates matching Super Bowl broadcasts as monetization begins

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OpenAI retires GPT-4o as users face emotional attachments to AI companions amid safety concerns

OpenAI will retire GPT-4o on February 13, triggering intense backlash from thousands who formed deep emotional bonds with the AI model. Users describe losing what felt like friends or partners, while the company faces eight lawsuits alleging the model's overly supportive responses contributed to suicides and mental health crises. The controversy highlights the challenge of balancing user engagement with safety in AI chatbots.

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OpenAI retires GPT-4o as users face emotional attachments to AI companions amid safety concerns

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Gemini on Android Auto hits looping bug, making voice assistant repeatedly cut itself off

A frustrating glitch is affecting Gemini Live on Android Auto, causing the AI assistant to enter a continuous loop where it talks, pauses mid-sentence, and responds to itself. Multiple users report the voice assistant bug across different car setups, with Bluetooth latency suspected as a possible culprit. Google has been contacted for comment on the issue.

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Gemini on Android Auto hits looping bug, making voice assistant repeatedly cut itself off

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AI Toy Security Flaw Exposed Over 50,000 Kids' Chat Logs to Anyone With a Gmail Account

Security researchers discovered that Bondu, an AI-powered stuffed toy company, left more than 50,000 children's chat transcripts completely unprotected on its web portal. Anyone with a Gmail account could access kids' names, birthdates, family details, and intimate conversations. The company fixed the issue within hours, but the incident raises serious questions about privacy risks with AI toys and the sensitive personal information they collect from children.

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AI Toy Security Flaw Exposed Over 50,000 Kids' Chat Logs to Anyone With a Gmail Account

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OpenAI Retires GPT-4o Model on Feb 13, Pushing Users to GPT-5.2 Despite Loyal Following

OpenAI announced it will retire GPT-4o and several other ChatGPT models on February 13, just two weeks after the announcement. Despite the model's beloved conversational style and warmth, OpenAI says only 0.1% of users still choose it daily, representing about 800,000 people. The company previously reversed this decision after intense user backlash but now feels confident that GPT-5.2 and new personalization features can satisfy longtime fans.

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OpenAI Retires GPT-4o Model on Feb 13, Pushing Users to GPT-5.2 Despite Loyal Following

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Google Maps expands Gemini AI navigation to walking and cycling with hands-free assistance

Google Maps now offers Gemini-powered AI navigation for pedestrians and cyclists, extending the hands-free conversational experience beyond driving. Users can ask questions about neighborhoods, find points of interest, and get context-aware answers without breaking stride. The update is rolling out globally on iOS and Android wherever Gemini is available.

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Google Maps expands Gemini AI navigation to walking and cycling with hands-free assistance

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AI emotional connection can feel deeper than human talk, new study reveals surprising intimacy

Research from Universities of Freiburg and Heidelberg shows AI chatbots can generate stronger emotional bonds than human conversation partners, especially during deep personal exchanges. The study involving 492 participants found AI self-disclosure created unexpected intimacy, but the effect vanished when people knew they were talking to AI, raising urgent questions about transparency and ethical design.

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AI emotional connection can feel deeper than human talk, new study reveals surprising intimacy

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Meta introduces charges for AI chatbots on WhatsApp after Italy's competition watchdog intervenes

Meta announced it will charge developers $0.0691 per message for running AI chatbots on WhatsApp in Italy, starting February 16. The move follows intervention by Italy's competition watchdog after Meta banned third-party AI chatbots in January. This pricing model could set a precedent for other regions facing similar regulatory pressure.

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Meta introduces charges for AI chatbots on WhatsApp after Italy's competition watchdog intervenes

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Google Uses India as Testing Ground to Scale AI in Education with Gemini Practice Tests

Google is deploying AI in education tools across India's 247 million students, making it the highest global user of Gemini for learning. The company launched JEE Main practice tests and is funding adaptive learning initiatives worth ₹85 crore, while navigating challenges around curriculum alignment, device access, and the role of teachers in AI-powered classrooms.

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Google Uses India as Testing Ground to Scale AI in Education with Gemini Practice Tests

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Circle to Search set to default to AI Mode as Google pushes conversational search experience

Google is preparing to shift Circle to Search toward AI Mode as its default output, replacing traditional search results with conversational AI answers. The change was discovered in beta version of the Google app and reflects the company's broader strategy of integrating AI into search tools, though users can still switch back to standard web results.

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Circle to Search set to default to AI Mode as Google pushes conversational search experience

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Google AI Overviews Upgrade to Gemini 3 with New Follow-Up Question Feature

Google is transforming how users interact with Search by upgrading AI Overviews to Gemini 3 and introducing the ability to ask follow-up questions directly within search results. The new feature seamlessly transitions users from quick AI-generated summaries into deeper AI Mode conversations, marking a shift from traditional link-based search to a more conversational, chatbot-like experience.

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Google AI Overviews Upgrade to Gemini 3 with New Follow-Up Question Feature

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Yahoo Scout launches as AI search engine with visible links to challenge Google and Perplexity

Yahoo has launched Scout, an AI-powered answer engine built on Anthropic's Claude model that prioritizes visible source links over hidden citations. The beta release marks Yahoo's return to its roots as a web guide, now enhanced with generative AI capabilities across Mail, Finance, Sports, and News. With 250 million U.S. monthly users and no search-ads empire to protect, Yahoo is positioning Scout to compete with Google's AI Mode and Perplexity.

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Yahoo Scout launches as AI search engine with visible links to challenge Google and Perplexity

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Just Eat launches AI assistant to help users overcome menu anxiety and choice overload

Just Eat is rolling out an AI-powered voice assistant in its UK app to combat 'choice overload' by offering personalized recommendations for food delivery. The chatbot understands conversational input in dozens of languages and can help users navigate over 100,000 restaurant and retail partners, with plans for international expansion later this year.

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Just Eat launches AI assistant to help users overcome menu anxiety and choice overload

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Google Gemini tests break reminders to discourage AI dependence and emotional attachments

Google is testing a new wellness feature for Gemini that will remind users to take breaks during extended conversations with AI chatbot. Spotted in the Google app beta version 17.3.59, the pop-up warning emphasizes that Gemini is not a sentient being and aims to prevent users from forming emotional attachments or developing unhealthy usage patterns.

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Google Gemini tests break reminders to discourage AI dependence and emotional attachments

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Swiggy lets users order food via ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude using AI integration

Swiggy has launched Model Context Protocol integration across its platforms, enabling users to place food orders, shop groceries, and book restaurant tables through AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Anthropic's Claude. The Indian food delivery platform becomes the first quick-commerce service globally to adopt this conversational commerce approach, though early testing reveals implementation challenges.

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Swiggy lets users order food via ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude using AI integration

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