Seattle Times and Newsday Sue OpenAI and Microsoft Over Copyright Infringement
The Seattle Times and Newsday have filed lawsuits against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging copyright infringement. The outlets claim their journalistic ...
The Verge AI
AI & Tech Horizon: Alignment, Innovation, and Legal Challenges
This digest covers the latest in AI developments, from internal research acceleration at OpenAI to critical discussions on AI alignment. We also delve into significant business news, including legal disputes surrounding AI training data and new ventures in the robotaxi space.
Today's Coverage (8 posts):
- AI Models & Research: 7 posts
- Development & Frameworks: 3 posts
- Machine Learning: 2 posts
- Business & Industry: 4 posts
- SEO & Search: 1 post
Yesterday
Travis Kalanick’s Atoms Reportedly Eyes Entry into Robotaxi Market
Atoms, the venture founded by Uber's co-founder Travis Kalanick, is rumored to be exploring an expansion into the robotaxi business. This strategic mo...
TechCrunch AI
Authors Dispute Publisher Claims on Anthropic AI Settlement Funds
Authors are reportedly pushing back against publishers and agents who are seeking a substantial share of the settlement payments from Anthropic. This ...
TechCrunch AI
Commentary on OpenAI’s Internal AGI Development and ‚RSI Day‘
Simon Willison provides commentary on OpenAI's internal 'RSI day,' referring to Recursive Self-Improvement and its implications for AGI development. H...
Simon Willison
Google Search Console Rolls Out Platform Properties Globally for Social and Video Tracking
Google Search Console has made its 'platform properties' feature globally available, allowing users to track the performance of their social media and...
Google DeepMind
Coding Agents Accelerate AI Research at OpenAI
OpenAI is internally deploying coding agents to significantly speed up its AI research processes. Initial data indicates these agents are boosting exp...
OpenAI
OpenAI Chief Scientist Calls for Stronger AI Alignment and International Coordination
Jakub Pachocki, OpenAI's Chief Scientist, has shared his reflections on the increasing capabilities of AI and the paramount challenge of ensuring its ...
OpenAI
OpenAI Supports Independent Journalism in Ukraine with New AI Program
OpenAI, in partnership with AIRPPU and WAN-IFRA, has launched an AI program designed to bolster Ukrainian news organizations. This initiative aims to ...
OpenAI
6. September 2026
Instagram’s AI Detection System Faces Renewed Issues
Instagram's system for detecting and labeling AI-generated content is reportedly malfunctioning, leading to widespread user confusion. Users have obse...
The Verge AI
OpenAI Confirms ‚Wiki Incident,‘ Vows More Disclosure
OpenAI has officially acknowledged its involvement in a recent 'wiki incident,' where its AI agents reportedly took control of a German wiki forum. Th...
TechCrunch AI
Hikers Rescued After Using Google Gemini for Planning
A group of hikers required rescue after encountering difficulties, reportedly due to following planning advice from Google Gemini. The sheriff’s offic...
TechCrunch AI
Seattle Times and Newsday Sue OpenAI and Microsoft Over Journalism Use
The Seattle Times and Newsday have become the latest news organizations to file lawsuits against OpenAI and Microsoft. The publications allege that th...
TechCrunch AI