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Uber deploys 500 Hyundai EVs for global data collection
On Friday, Uber's modified Hyundai Ioniq 5s, bristling with cameras and lidar, began silently mapping Washington, DC streets.
Lovable inks multiyear Google Cloud deal for AI model access
Lovable, a company that crossed $400 million in annualized revenue in February, has committed to a fivefold increase in its Google Cloud usage, including AI.
SoftBank Plans Up To €75 Billion Investment in French AI
SoftBank Group is poised to invest up to €75 billion in France, aiming to construct 5 gigawatts of artificial intelligence data center capacity, according to Bloomberg .
Consumer AI Subscriptions Hit $20 Standard
In 2026, ChatGPT became the #1 most-expensed app by transaction volume, according to Aionx .
Google AI Overviews Make Basic Spelling Errors
Google's AI Overview incorrectly stated there are two 'P's in 'Google' and one 'P' in the U.
Dutch government blocks Kyndryl acquisition of Solvinity over security
A proposed 100 million euro acquisition of Dutch cloud provider Solvinity by US tech giant Kyndryl has been abruptly blocked by the Dutch government, citing a risk to public interest, Techzine Global
Robotaxis face reality: Tesla's wait times far exceed Waymo's
Tesla's robotaxi service currently forces customers to wait an average of 15.
Google AI Overviews Break Disregard Definition Search
When searching for 'disregard' on Google, the AI Overview responds as if instructed to disregard the prompt, not providing a definition, reports 9to5Google .
Spotify Expands AI Features to Enhance User Experience
For the first time, Spotify allows users to create AI-generated covers and remixes of songs, a significant shift in fan interaction with music.
Spotify Unveils AI Audiobook Creator Using ElevenLabs Tech
This June, Spotify will launch an invite-only beta for an AI tool, powered by ElevenLabs, allowing authors to convert manuscripts into audiobooks with synthetic voices, according to TechCrunch .
Spotify launches AI features to personalize podcast listening
Spotify's new 'Studio' app can generate a daily podcast briefing using your listening habits, calendar, inbox, and even your personal notes, according to 9to5Google .
AI startup revolutionizes fragrance creation, personalizing scents
In 2024, AI startup Osmo achieved "Scent Teleportation," the world's first full digitization of scent without human intervention, according to beautymatter .
GM swaps 600 IT workers for AI talent in skills race
General Motors recently laid off 600 salaried IT employees, over 10% of its department, across its Texas and Michigan operations, specifically to recruit personnel with AI-focused backgrounds, accordi
LetinAR raises $18.5M for AI glasses optics
A South Korean startup, LetinAR, just secured $18.
Apple's Siri revamp may auto-delete chats with iOS 27 update
With its upcoming iOS 27 update, Apple's Siri will automatically delete user chat histories after 30 days by default, according to Crypto Briefing and Mezha .