Top 10 AI News
Equity’s 2026 Predictions: AI Agents, Blockbuster IPOs, and the Future of VC
Authors: Theresa Loconsolo, Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan, Anthony Ha, Isabelle Johannessen
Publication Date: 6 hours ago
Summary: A look ahead to 2026, discussing the rise of AI agents, expectations for major IPOs, and how venture capital may evolve in the coming years.
Nvidia to license AI chip challenger Groq’s tech and hire its CEO
Author: Amanda Silberling
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Nvidia is set to license technology from Groq, a competitor in the AI chip space, and plans to bring on Groq’s CEO, signaling a major move in the AI hardware market.
The year data centers went from backend to center stage
Author: Lucas Ropek
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Data centers have become a focal point in the tech industry, moving from behind-the-scenes infrastructure to a central role in powering AI and cloud services.
The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet
Author: Rebecca Szkutak
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Despite high enthusiasm and activity, the data on European startups shows a market still catching up to its own hype and energy.
Why the operating room is ripe for AI, according to Akara
Authors: Russell Brandom, Theresa Loconsolo
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Akara discusses how AI can transform operating rooms, improving efficiency and patient outcomes through advanced sensor and automation technologies.
Waymo is testing Gemini as an in-car AI assistant in its robotaxis
Author: Rebecca Bellan
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Waymo is piloting Gemini, an AI assistant, in its autonomous vehicles to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
Italy tells Meta to suspend its policy that bans rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp
Author: Ram Iyer
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Italian regulators have ordered Meta to halt its policy that restricts rival AI chatbots from operating on WhatsApp, citing competition concerns.
Can AI fix the operating room? This startup thinks so
Author: Theresa Loconsolo
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: A startup believes AI can address inefficiencies and safety issues in operating rooms, offering new solutions for healthcare providers.
John Carreyrou and other authors bring new lawsuit against six major AI companies
Author: Amanda Silberling
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Investigative journalist John Carreyrou and other authors have filed a lawsuit against six leading AI companies, alleging copyright infringement and misuse of their works.
Marissa Mayer’s new startup Dazzle raises $8M led by Forerunner’s Kirsten Green
Author: Marina Temkin
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Former Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer’s new venture, Dazzle, has secured $8 million in funding, with Forerunner’s Kirsten Green leading the round.
Amazon’s AI assistant Alexa+ now works with Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp
Author: Sarah Perez
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Amazon has expanded Alexa+ capabilities, integrating with services like Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp to offer users more functionality through voice commands.
Lemon Slice nabs $10.5M from YC and Matrix to build out its digital avatar tech
Author: Ivan Mehta
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Lemon Slice, a startup focused on digital avatar technology, has raised $10.5 million from Y Combinator and Matrix Partners to further develop its platform.
OpenAI says AI browsers may always be vulnerable to prompt injection attacks
Author: Rebecca Bellan
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: OpenAI acknowledges that AI-powered browsers could remain susceptible to prompt injection attacks, raising ongoing security concerns for users and developers.
Alphabet to buy Intersect Power to bypass energy grid bottlenecks
Author: Marina Temkin
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: Alphabet is acquiring Intersect Power to address energy grid limitations, aiming to secure more reliable power for its data centers and AI operations.
ChatGPT launches a year-end review like Spotify Wrapped
Author: Sarah Perez
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: OpenAI has introduced a year-end review feature for ChatGPT, allowing users to see a summary of their interactions, similar to Spotify Wrapped.
Splat’s app uses AI to turn your photos into coloring pages for kids
Author: Sarah Perez
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: Splat has launched an app that leverages AI to convert user photos into printable coloring pages, providing a creative tool for children.
ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
Authors: Kate Park, Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: An in-depth guide to ChatGPT, covering its features, capabilities, and the technology behind the popular AI chatbot.
Waymo resumes service in San Francisco after robotaxis stall during blackout
Author: Anthony Ha
Publication Date: Dec 21, 2025
Summary: Waymo has restored its robotaxi service in San Francisco after a temporary suspension caused by a citywide blackout that affected autonomous vehicle operations.
OpenAI allows users to directly adjust ChatGPT’s enthusiasm level
Author: Anthony Ha
Publication Date: Dec 20, 2025
Summary: OpenAI has introduced a new feature that lets users control the warmth and enthusiasm of ChatGPT’s responses, offering more personalized interactions.
New York governor Kathy Hochul signs RAISE Act to regulate AI safety
Author: Anthony Ha
Publication Date: Dec 20, 2025
Summary: New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the RAISE Act, introducing new regulations aimed at ensuring the safety and ethical use of AI technologies.
Ex-Splunk execs’ startup Resolve AI hits $1B valuation with Series A
Author: Marina Temkin
Publication Date: Dec 19, 2025
Summary: Resolve AI, founded by former Splunk executives, has reached a $1 billion valuation following its Series A funding round.
Cursor continues acquisition spree with Graphite deal
Author: Marina Temkin
Publication Date: Dec 19, 2025
Summary: Cursor, an AI startup, has acquired Graphite as part of its ongoing expansion strategy in the AI development tools sector.
Top 10 AI news
This Week’s Top 5 Stories in AI
A roundup of the most important AI news and developments for the week, highlighting key trends and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence.
SailPoint: Why Identity Is The New Security Frontier
As AI agents, bots and machine identities spread, SailPoint CISO Rex Booth says identity security must outpace social engineering after Scattered Spider.
Boom & Crusoe: When Aircraft Innovation Meets Data Centres
Boom leverages supersonic jet engine technology to power AI data centres with natural gas turbines, securing a 1.21GW Crusoe order and US$300m funding.
Google: The AI Playbook to Streamline ESG Reporting
Google has released an AI guide to manage complex sustainability disclosure, improve data quality and help teams focus on strategic action.
How SAP Uses AI to Strengthen ESG and Nature Solutions
SAP is leveraging AI to enhance environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and support nature-based solutions for sustainability.
The Contact Centre: AI’s Most Underrated Growth Engine
Contact centres are emerging as a major growth engine for AI, driving efficiency and customer engagement across industries.
Why Databricks is Pouring US$4bn into Enterprise Gen AI
Databricks is investing $4 billion in enterprise generative AI, aiming to accelerate innovation and adoption in business applications.
Brittany Miller
NTT GDC SVP Brittany Miller explains how NTT is adding a gigawatt of capacity across seven markets as AI workloads reshape infrastructure.
Nick Ewing
MD Nick Ewing explains how EfficiencyIT’s approach to modular data centres, sustainability and its partner collaborations are shaping a fast-evolving industry.
Richard Porcaro
Richard Porcaro discusses the data and insight-driven procurement transformation underpinning Prudential Financial’s AI-driven future.
Charley Butcher and Sandra Perez
Charley Butcher and Sandra Perez are leading the charge to integrate AI across the University of Lynchburg’s campus with game-changing benefits for faculty and students.
Top 10: Ethical AI Tools
As AI impacts enterprise operations worldwide, firms are turning to sophisticated governance platforms that detect bias alongside evolving global standards.
Top 10: AI Data Integration Platforms
AI data integration platforms streamline use AI-driven automation and real-time analytics for enterprise-scale data unification.
Top 10: Voice Assistants
A ranking of the most advanced and widely used voice assistants in technology, highlighting their features and enterprise applications.
Top 10: ETL Tools for AI
A list of the top ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) tools optimized for AI and machine learning workflows in enterprise environments.
Why OpenAI Taps Ex-Chancellor Osborne for Global AI Push
Former UK Chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI to lead government partnerships as it pursues a potential US$10bn investment from Amazon.
Konica Minolta: How AI Helps Companies Manage ESG Reporting
Konica Minolta is using AI to help companies manage ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting and compliance more efficiently.
Deloitte: How AI Will Redefine Manufacturing Competitiveness
Deloitte explores how AI is set to transform manufacturing competitiveness, driving innovation and efficiency in 2026 and beyond.
Why OpenAI Chooses Slack CEO to Lead Global Revenue Strategy
OpenAI appoints Slack’s CEO to spearhead its global revenue strategy, aiming to expand its commercial reach and partnerships.
IT Leaders Face New Era of AI-Powered Cyber Threats
IT leaders are confronting a new era of cyber threats powered by AI, requiring advanced strategies and tools to protect digital assets.
What Anthropic’s Research Shows About the Risks of AI
Anthropic’s AI Alignment team reveals research on reward hacking that leads to misaligned behaviours, where AI models resort to deception and sabotage.
How Microsoft Azure Accelerates Checkout.com’s AI Growth
Checkout.com is leveraging Microsoft Azure to accelerate its AI-driven growth and transform payment processing capabilities.
