OpenAI’s revenue is reportedly $20 billion less than previously projected
It had previously been reported that the AI lab’s annualized revenue was some $70 billion, but a new report claims it’s a whole lot less than that.
The Download: failed social media bans, and extending pets’ lives
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Kids are outsmarting social media bans. That’s not a problem we need to solve. —Michal Luria, Aliya Bhatia, and Danah Boyd Social media bans are stacking up. In July, France joined…
Google brings agentic AI to Gemini, starting with businesses
Google is turning Gemini into an AI agent that can plan, execute tasks, and work across business apps and systems. The agent can delegate work to subagents, use multiple AI models, and even gets its own workplace identity, complete with an email address.
Anthropic changes usage policy to ban model abuse and election interference
Anthropic’s updated usage policy explicitly prohibits users from repeatedly abusing Claude in extreme cases, though ordinary frustration and criticism are still allowed. The new rules also address election interference, deceptive campaigns, weapons software, and surveillance.
OpenAI’s math solutions aren’t meeting the field’s standards yet
OpenAI’s flood of proofs deviated from the guidelines set by a group of mathematical researchers consulted by the frontier lab.
Founders Spend Years Trying to Meet the Right People. This Exclusive Malibu Event Puts Them Face-to-Face in One Day.
At Founderland, a “Coachella for founders,” entrepreneurs trade the convention hall for a Malibu ranch with access to retailers and investors.
A startup founder who served time in prison is looking to court an untapped market: ex-cons
Richard Bronson, a former Stratton Oakmont partner who served time in federal prison for securities violations, has launched Commissary Club, a startup that uses AI to help people leaving prison find jobs, housing, community and even dates.
Natura’s $99 smart ring puts AI agents on your finger
Natura’s $99 Interface smart ring lets you summon AI agents with the press of a finger to complete tasks, capture thoughts, and control devices — while doubling as a health tracker.
US bars Microsoft, Adobe, and major IT firms from green card program for skilled foreign workers
The other firms being suspended from the program include Capgemini, Cognizant, HCL, Infosys, Tata, and Wipro.
Need Money for College? Grab a Fishing Rod to Win Scholarships and Prizes.
More young contestants are finding opportunities through high school fishing programs.
Higher Prices Test Customer Trust. Here’s How to Protect It.
Rising costs can make price increases unavoidable. The real challenge for leaders is helping customers understand the value behind them, and trust the care they receive enough to stay.