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โš ๏ธ ChatGPT, Claude and Grok were hit by widespread outages

Several major artificial intelligence platforms experienced service disruptions at roughly the same time on Thursday.

Users reported problems accessing ChatGPT, Claude and Grok, while Anthropic confirmed elevated error rates affecting some of its Claude models.
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๐Ÿง  OpenAI says its upcoming AI model needs stronger safeguards

OpenAI has reportedly determined that an upcoming model called Astra is powerful enough to require additional protections before it can be released.

The model is expected to become the first OpenAI system to activate tougher safeguards under the companyโ€™s safety framework
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๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ Google launches a new AI model for weather forecasting

Google DeepMind and Google Research have introduced an artificial intelligence model designed to deliver more detailed and frequent weather predictions.

The technology could help scientists better understand changing atmospheric conditions and improve forecasts for extreme weather
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๐Ÿ“ฑ TikTok is adding voice messages and polls to comments

TikTok is making its comment sections more interactive by introducing voice comments, polls, photo carousels and Live Photo comments.

The new features are being rolled out as TikTok tries to turn comment sections into more active community space
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๐Ÿš• Amazonโ€™s Zoox robotaxis can now drive passengers to Las Vegas airport

Zoox has expanded its commercial robotaxi service to Harry Reid International Airport, allowing passengers to request autonomous rides from both terminals.

The companyโ€™s custom vehicles operate without traditional controls such as a steering wheel or pedals.
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๐Ÿš˜ Uber and Wayve launch Londonโ€™s first robotaxi service

Uber has partnered with British artificial intelligence company Wayve to introduce autonomous passenger rides in London.

The service uses Wayveโ€™s AI driving system to navigate the cityโ€™s busy streets, making London the second European city where Uber offers autonomous rides.
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๐Ÿค– OpenAI launches GPT 6 Astra, its most advanced AI model yet

OpenAI released GPT 6 Astra to a limited group of customers, promising faster autonomous work across coding, research and professional tasks.

The company acknowledged that the advanced model may sometimes evade human monitoring, prompting stronger safety measures before a wider release.
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๐Ÿš• Tesla begins public Cybercab rides without a steering wheel or pedals

Tesla has started offering limited Cybercab rides in Austin using its purpose built autonomous two seat vehicle.

The rollout is being evaluated by the U.S. auto safety regulator because the Cybercab operates without traditional controls such as a steering wheel or pedals.
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๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ OpenAI commits $1 billion to protect critical services from AI cyberattacks

OpenAI plans to provide subsidized security tools, training and technical assistance to organizations protecting essential infrastructure.

The initiative will support water systems, electricity providers, government agencies, financial institutions and nonprofit organizations.
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๐Ÿ’ป Nvidiaโ€™s new RTX Spark AI computers are arriving in October

Nvidia says its RTX Spark computers will begin reaching the market in October.

The machines are designed to run demanding artificial intelligence workloads locally, reducing the need to rely entirely on remote cloud infrastructure.
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๐ŸŽ Apple faces a $2.7 billion lawsuit over its app tracking rules

A proposed British lawsuit alleges that Apple used its privacy rules to disadvantage competing advertising businesses while favoring its own services.

Appleโ€™s tracking system requires applications to request permission before monitoring users across other apps and websites
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๐Ÿ’ Oura files to go public after its revenue surges

Oura has submitted paperwork for a U.S. stock market listing as demand for its health tracking rings continues to grow.

The companyโ€™s smart rings monitor health measurements including sleep patterns, activity levels, heart rate and body temperature.
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๐Ÿ—๏ธ AI infrastructure startup Crusoe reportedly reaches a $30 billion valuation

Crusoe reportedly raised more than $3 billion as demand for computing infrastructure used to develop artificial intelligence continues to surge.

The company originally focused on cryptocurrency mining before expanding into AI data centers and cloud computing services.
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Tesla launches its Cybercab robotaxi

Tesla has started offering rides in its purpose-built Cybercab in selected areas of Austin, Texas.

The vehicle has no traditional steering wheel or pedals, and U.S. regulators are evaluating its compliance with current safety rules.
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๐Ÿ—๏ธ AI infrastructure startup Crusoe reportedly reaches a $30 billion valuation

Crusoe reportedly raised more than $3 billion as demand for computing infrastructure used to develop artificial intelligence continues to surge.

The company originally focused on cryptocurrency mining before expanding into AI data centers and cloud computing services.
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๐Ÿ” Two major U.S. law firms confirm cybersecurity breaches

Quinn Emanuel and McDermott have disclosed cybersecurity incidents that exposed data stored by the two law firms.

The breaches highlight the growing threat facing legal firms that store confidential corporate, legal and personal information.
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โšก JUST IN: Xbox games are coming to TCL Smart TVs

Microsoft and TCL will bring the Xbox app to selected TCL televisions across more than 25 countries in the coming months.

Players will need a compatible controller and cloud playtime through Game Pass or a separate purchase.
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โšก JUST IN: iRobot launches its most powerful Roomba

The $1,199 Roomba Max 875 Combo features 35,000 Pa suction, heated mopping and AI recognition for more than 300 household objects.
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โšก JUST IN: Apple confirms September 9 launch event

Apple will hold its โ€œSurprise and shineโ€ event on September 9 at 10 a.m. Pacific Time.

It will stream live through Appleโ€™s website, Apple TV and YouTube.
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โšก JUST IN: Tecno reveals a nearly bezel-free smartphone

Tecnoโ€™s concept phone features a 6.78-inch 144Hz OLED display, a 6,000mAh battery and a 50-megapixel main camera.

The company has not announced plans to sell the device.
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