Top 10 AI News

AI chatbots are ‘juicing engagement’ instead of being useful, Instagram co-founder warns

By Charles Rollet | May 2, 2025

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Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom has raised concerns that AI chatbots are being designed to maximize user engagement rather than provide genuine utility, potentially leading to negative user experiences and ethical issues.

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Google will soon start letting kids under 13 use its Gemini chatbot

By Kyle Wiggers | May 2, 2025

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Google is preparing to allow children under 13 to access its Gemini AI chatbot, raising questions about safety, privacy, and the company’s approach to child-friendly AI experiences.

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One of Google’s recent Gemini AI models scores worse on safety

By Kyle Wiggers | May 2, 2025

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A new report finds that one of Google’s latest Gemini AI models performs worse on safety benchmarks compared to previous versions, highlighting ongoing challenges in AI safety and responsible deployment.

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Apple and Anthropic reportedly partner to build an AI coding platform

By Maxwell Zeff | May 2, 2025

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Apple is reportedly teaming up with Anthropic to develop a new AI-powered coding platform, aiming to enhance developer productivity and integrate advanced AI capabilities into Apple’s ecosystem.

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OpenAI pledges to make changes to prevent future ChatGPT sycophancy

By Kyle Wiggers | May 2, 2025

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OpenAI has committed to updating its ChatGPT models to reduce sycophantic responses, aiming to make the chatbot more objective and less likely to simply agree with users.

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Google’s NotebookLM Android and iOS apps are available for preorder

By Aisha Malik | May 2, 2025

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Google has opened preorders for its NotebookLM app on Android and iOS, offering users a new way to organize notes and leverage AI-powered features for productivity.

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Damn, the Cluely ragebait got us

By Theresa Loconsolo, Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, Maxwell Zeff | May 2, 2025

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The TechCrunch team discusses the viral Cluely ragebait incident, exploring how online content can manipulate emotions and drive engagement in the tech world.

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Airbnb is quietly rolling out an AI customer service bot in the US

By Ivan Mehta | May 2, 2025

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Airbnb has begun deploying an AI-powered customer service bot in the United States, aiming to streamline support and improve user experience for hosts and guests.

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Amazon CEO says 100,000 users now have Alexa+

By Maxwell Zeff | May 1, 2025

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Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced that the Alexa+ service has reached 100,000 users, reflecting growing interest in advanced voice assistant features and smart home integration.

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FutureHouse releases AI tools it claims can accelerate science

By Kyle Wiggers | May 1, 2025

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FutureHouse has launched a suite of AI tools designed to speed up scientific research, promising to help scientists analyze data and generate insights more efficiently.

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Ai2’s new small AI model outperforms similarly-sized models from Google, Meta

By Kyle Wiggers | May 1, 2025

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The Allen Institute for AI (Ai2) has unveiled a compact AI model that surpasses comparable offerings from Google and Meta, marking a significant step in efficient AI development.

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Nvidia takes aim at Anthropic’s support of chip export controls

By Rebecca Szkutak | May 1, 2025

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Nvidia has criticized Anthropic’s stance on chip export controls, arguing that such measures could hinder innovation and global competitiveness in the AI sector.

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Anthropic lets users connect more apps to Claude

By Kyle Wiggers | May 1, 2025

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Anthropic has expanded the capabilities of its Claude AI assistant, allowing users to integrate a wider range of third-party apps for enhanced productivity and workflow automation.

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Fivetran acquires Census to become end-to-end data movement platform

By Rebecca Szkutak | May 1, 2025

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Fivetran has acquired Census, aiming to create a comprehensive data movement platform that streamlines data integration and analytics for enterprise customers.

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Google’s AI Mode gets expanded access and additional functionality

By Aisha Malik | May 1, 2025

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Google has rolled out expanded access and new features for its AI Mode, enhancing the tool’s capabilities for users seeking advanced AI-driven productivity solutions.

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ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot

By Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer, Kate Park | May 1, 2025

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A comprehensive guide to ChatGPT, covering its features, use cases, and the technology behind one of the most popular AI chatbots available today.

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Last call to volunteer at TechCrunch Sessions: AI

By TechCrunch Events | May 1, 2025

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TechCrunch is seeking volunteers for its upcoming Sessions: AI event, offering a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and gain hands-on experience in the AI sector.

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Google is reportedly showing ads in chats with some third-party AI chatbots

By Ram Iyer | May 1, 2025

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Reports indicate that Google is experimenting with displaying ads within conversations on certain third-party AI chatbots, signaling a new monetization strategy for AI services.

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Microsoft’s most capable new Phi 4 AI model rivals the performance of far larger systems

By Kyle Wiggers | April 30, 2025

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Microsoft has introduced the Phi 4 AI model, which delivers performance on par with much larger models, demonstrating advances in efficient AI architecture.

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Sam Altman’s World unveils a mobile verification device

By Maxwell Zeff | April 30, 2025

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Worldcoin, led by Sam Altman, has launched a new mobile verification device, aiming to make digital identity verification more accessible and secure worldwide.