May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft has announced the retirement of Together Mode in Teams, ending an era of virtual meeting backgrounds that simulated shared physical spaces. Originally launched during the pandemic, the feature used AI to place participants in virtual scenes. The move is part of a broader effort to reduce fragmentation and focus on core video performance and stability. Users will lose Together-specific features like scenes and seat assignments as the change rolls out.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Microsoft is ending its internal experiment with Anthropic's Claude Code AI coding tool after six months. Thousands of Microsoft developers will be migrated to GitHub Copilot CLI by the end of June, ahead of the company's new financial year. The decision reflects both a financial motive to cut operating expenses and a strategic push to converge on Microsoft's own agentic command line interface. Engineers who favored Claude Code over Copilot CLI will need to adapt, while Microsoft continues to invest in improving Copilot CLI.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Fast-food giants like McDonald's, Wendy's, and Taco Bell are aggressively rolling out AI chatbots at their drive-thrus, aiming to cut costs and speed service. Yet a 2025 survey shows 55% of Americans prefer a human order-taker, and incidents like a customer ordering 18,000 water cups highlight growing pains. Meanwhile, companies are exploring behind-the-scenes AI for predictive maintenance, dynamic menus, and employee coaching, signaling that the real transformation may be less flashy but more pervasive.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Eric Schmidt faced a hostile reception at the University of Arizona commencement, with students booing his pro-AI rhetoric. The incident highlights growing public skepticism toward artificial intelligence amid fears of job loss and ethical scandals. Schmidt’s ‘rocketship’ advice failed to resonate with graduates facing a turbulent job market.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
We rely on tips from readers to uncover important stories. This guide explains how to submit tips securely using email or Signal, with advice on avoiding surveillance and protecting your identity. Whether you have documents or firsthand experience, we want to hear from you. Your safety and anonymity are our priority.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
OpenAI is testing a new ChatGPT finance feature for Pro users in the US. It connects to financial accounts for personalized budgeting and planning. The preview is limited to web and iOS, with Plus and wider availability later. Users can disconnect anytime and data is deleted within 30 days.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Google's upcoming Gemini Intelligence suite requires at least 12GB of RAM, a flagship chip, and support for AI Core and Gemini Nano v3 or higher. This stringent criteria excludes many recent devices, including the Pixel 9 series and Galaxy Z Fold 7. The rollout is expected to begin this summer, but only for the most premium Android phones.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
Walmart has launched two new Android 16-powered Onn tablets. The 13-inch Pro model ($288) includes a stylus and folio case, while the 8.1-inch Core model ($138) boasts a Snapdragon 685 chip and up to 15 hours battery life. Both offer impressive specs for their price points.
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May 18, 2026Twila Rosenbaum
OnePlus temporarily suspended its latest OxygenOS update (versions 16.0.7.XXX and 16.0.5.XXX) following user reports of abnormal restarts and boot failures. The company confirmed the pause via its community forum and stated that teams are working to fix the issues before resuming the rollout.
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