May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google has rolled out Gemini Spark to US-based Google AI Ultra subscribers. The persistent AI agent operates in the background 24/7, taking on tasks like scheduling meetings, searching emails, and organizing files—even when your phone or laptop is locked. It integrates deeply with Google Workspace and uses cloud-based virtual machines running Gemini 3.5.
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May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Samsung is reportedly preparing the first One UI 9 Watch beta, which will integrate Galaxy AI into health tracking. Instead of just displaying raw numbers, the update aims to provide AI-generated health reports that analyze patterns and offer proactive recommendations. The software will shift from passive data collection to predictive coaching, potentially making Galaxy Watches more useful health companions. The beta is expected to launch first for the Galaxy Watch 8 in South Korea and the US.
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May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
A survey of over 1,500 readers found that 51% think the new Google Health app looks better but is worse to use. Users complain about hidden metrics, unsortable graphs, and an intrusive AI coach. The backlash has led many to consider switching to Garmin or Apple Watch.
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May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft will remove third-party login backups for SwiftKey tomorrow. Users must switch to a Microsoft account to retain their personal dictionary and prediction model. This article explains the deadline, what data is at risk, and step-by-step instructions to transfer your data.
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May 31, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
An unnamed company reportedly burned through $500 million in Claude AI credits in a single month after neglecting to set usage limits for employees. This incident is part of a growing trend where corporations are reevaluating AI's cost-saving promises. With rising API costs and diminishing returns, leaders are rethinking unrestricted AI access.
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May 30, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Anthropic, the AI startup founded by former OpenAI employees, has finalized a $30 billion funding round led by GIC and Coatue Management. The round includes investors Microsoft, Nvidia, Sequoia Capital, and Lightspeed Venture Partners. This brings Anthropic's valuation to $380 billion post-money, roughly double its September valuation of $183 billion. The company plans to invest $50 billion in US data centers as it competes with OpenAI in the rapidly growing AI industry.
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May 30, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Apple has acquired Q.ai, an Israeli startup that develops technology to read facial expressions for silent communication with wearable devices. The deal, reportedly close to $2 billion, is one of Apple's largest acquisitions. Q.ai's patents could be used in future Apple headphones or smart glasses to interact with AI assistants. This acquisition follows Apple's history of buying Israeli tech firms, including PrimeSense for FaceID.
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May 30, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Tech giants Amazon, Microsoft, and Nvidia are negotiating investments totaling up to $60 billion in OpenAI, the artificial intelligence startup behind ChatGPT. The funding round could value OpenAI at $830 billion and involve significant cloud and product deals. Amazon, previously absent from OpenAI's investor list, is leading talks with CEO Sam Altman, while Microsoft and Nvidia weigh their contributions.
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May 30, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Humans&, a three-month-old AI startup, has raised $480 million in a funding round valuing it at $4.48 billion. The company, backed by Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, and Google Ventures, focuses on human-centric AI designed to enhance collaboration between humans and automated systems. Despite having only 20 employees and no released product, the startup attracted top investors due to its founders' pedigree, including former Google early employee Georges Harik and xAI researcher Eric Zelikman.
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