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Walmart is partnering with OpenAI to let shoppers buy products directly through ChatGPT. The new integration will allow users to link their Walmart accounts, browse items ,and instantly check out — all within the chatbot.

OpenAI will purchase 10 gigawatts worth of AI accelerator hardware from semiconductor Broadcom.

Your online presence is the first impression you make on employers, clients or even new friends. Inaccuracies or even malicious impersonations can tarnish the brand you’ve worked so hard to build.

Google is rolling out updates to Search and Discover that introduce AI-powered features, improved navigation, and a new option to collapse ads. While users can now hide sponsored results, the “Sponsored” label will remain visible as they scroll — making ads persistent even when collapsed. Additional changes include new sports updates in Search and AI-driven topic previews in the Discover feed, launching first in the U.S., South Korea, and India.

YouTube makes it easier for teenagers to find informative videos on mental health topics like depression and anxiety.

Flint raised a $5 million seed round led by Accel, with participation from Sheryl Sandberg’s fund, Sandberg Bernthal Venture Partners, and prior investor Neo.

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Managed Accounts are available to Spotify Premium Family plan members, and allows account holders to manage a separate music-only listening experience for their kids under the age of 13.

Revolut’s full banking license is on hold because U.K.’s central bank is concerned whether the startup can maintain its risk controls in the face of its rapid international expansion.

Water Wings Swim School stands out as a franchise investment for mission-driven entrepreneurs seeking both purpose and profit.