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OpenAI is broadening access to its AI agent, Operator, for ChatGPT Pro subscribers in countries such as Australia, Brazil, and the U.K., while excluding the EU and a few other regions. Initially launched in the U.S. in January, Operator assists with tasks like booking tickets for subscribers who pay $200 per month through a dedicated webpage, competing with companies like Google, Anthropic, and Rabbit.
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On February 20, 2025, Apple introduced the iPhone 16e, powered by the A18 chip, priced at $599. Meanwhile, Nvidia unveiled the RTX 5070 Ti for $750, and Google rolled out an upgrade to its AI with Gemini 2.0 Flash. Unfortunately, a significant cybersecurity breach affected thousands of individuals, but there was also some exciting news with a breakthrough in quantum computing. Interestingly, the iPhone’s elevated price seems to align with its cutting-edge features.
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Apple has introduced the iPhone 16e, priced at $599, which serves as the successor to the SE but without that branding. This new model boasts Apple Intelligence, an A18 chip, and a fresh design incorporating Face ID and USB-C. It features a 6.1-inch OLED display, a 48MP camera, and improved battery longevity. Pre-orders will kick off on February 21, with shipping set to start on February 28, as Apple aims to boost its market recovery in China and India.
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Mira Murati, who previously served as the CTO at OpenAI, has started a new AI company called Thinking Machines Lab. This initiative is all about developing AI systems that are more accessible, customizable, and powerful. The goal is to connect the cutting-edge capabilities of AI with what the public can truly understand. Thinking Machines Lab plans to create multimodal systems that are not only collaborative but also tailored to fit individual user needs, all while prioritizing safety to help prevent misuse. Murati has brought in top talent from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and other prestigious firms. They’re currently on the lookout for more hires and there’s buzz that they might be in the process of raising substantial venture capital.
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OpenAI has unanimously rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion offer to acquire its nonprofit arm, reaffirming that “OpenAI is not for sale.” CEO Sam Altman dismissed Musk’s bid as an attempt to slow down OpenAI, calling him “insecure” and urging him to compete by building a better product.
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OpenAI has updated its AI training policy to embrace intellectual freedom, aiming to offer multiple perspectives on controversial topics. This move might be influenced by the new Trump administration and reflects a broader Silicon Valley trend towards less content moderation, focusing on neutrality and free speech in AI responses.
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BlueSkyHunter, launched by Borut Udovic, offers a comprehensive toolset for managing Bluesky presence with analytics, scheduling, and DM automation. It features a dashboard for tracking growth, engagement, and trends. Priced at $15/month with a 14-day trial, it aims to empower creators and businesses on the platform with 31.5 million users.
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Adobe launched Firefly Video Generator, enabling video creation from text or images in Adobe Premiere and a new Firefly web app. It offers customization, supports 1080p, and is commercially safe with Content Credentials for transparency. Plans include Firefly Standard ($9.99) and Pro ($29.99) monthly.
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Bhavish Aggarwal announced the Krutrim AI Lab, focusing on India-specific AI. New models like Krutrim-2, Chitrarth-1, and Dhwani-1 were released for better language support. Ola committed Rs. 2,000 crores, aiming for Rs. 10,000 crores by next year. Partnerships with Nvidia for AI infrastructure were also highlighted.
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SoftBank is in talks to invest $500 million in Skild AI, valuing the robotics software company at $4 billion. Skild, founded by Carnegie Mellon professors, raised $300 million last year. The AI model can adapt to various robots. Other AI robotics startups like Physical Intelligence and Figure AI have also secured substantial investments from major investors, including Jeff Bezos.
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