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10/07/2025

Anthropic just launched Petri, a free open-source tool that helps test how AI models behave by running smart, automated conversations — making it easier for researchers to spot risks and improve AI safety.

A new automated auditing tool for AI safety research

10/02/2025

ChatGPT now supports instant in-chat shopping, letting users go from conversation to checkout seamlessly. This is a major shift in e-commerce, and brands should pay attention — early adoption means being where customer decisions now happen: inside AI.

We’re taking first steps toward agentic commerce in ChatGPT with new ways for people, AI agents, and businesses to shop together.

08/27/2025

OpenAI DevDay 2025 is set for October 6 at Fort Mason in San Francisco—marking the largest DevDay yet, with 1,500+ developers expected. Expect keynotes from Sam Altman and Greg Brockman, hands-on demos with new AI models and tools, livestreamed sessions, and plenty of networking.

We’re hosting our third annual OpenAI DevDay on October 6, 2025 at Fort Mason in San Francisco.

08/20/2025

Anthropic signed the CMS Health Tech pledge to help modernize U.S. healthcare data sharing. Claude AI will support secure access to records and make health info easier to understand. Interop deadline: Q1 2026.

Anthropic signs CMS health tech pledge

08/13/2025

OpenAI and Oracle are building out 4.5 GW of AI data center capacity as part of the Stargate project—enough to support 2M+ AI chips. It’s part of OpenAI’s $500B infrastructure push and aims to create 100K+ U.S. jobs.

New data center capacity will power jobs, growth, and AI that benefits more people.

08/01/2025

OpenAI just launched “Study Mode” in ChatGPT. It helps users learn by asking questions, giving hints, and guiding them step-by-step—instead of just giving answers. It’s available now for all users, including free accounts.

A new way to learn in ChatGPT that offers step by step guidance instead of quick answers.

07/25/2025

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Search (formerly SearchGPT) first prototyped on July 25, 2024.

Originally launched as a limited prototype to 10,000 users, OpenAI introduced the feature on July 25, 2024, then expanded availability to ChatGPT Plus and free users by December 2024.

07/18/2025

Have you tried Perplexity Max? It gives early access to Comet, their new AI-powered browser, plus advanced features like Labs, upgraded models, and deeper, faster search across web and documents.

Our most advanced subscription tier yet, built for those who demand limitless AI productivity and immediate access to the newest products and features from Perplexity.

07/15/2025

Anthropic launched a Connectors Directory for Claude—one-click integrations with tools like Notion, Stripe, Figma & more.

ransform Claude from a helpful assistant into an informed AI collaborator. Connect Claude to tools like Notion, Linear, Canva, Figma, and Stripe for more relevant responses with your actual work context. Explore the new directory of apps and tools that integrate with Claude with a single click.

07/15/2025

Anthropic is partnering with the U.S. Department of Defense on a 2-year, $200M deal to develop responsible AI for national security, focusing on safety, interpretability, and aligned prototypes.

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), through its Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), has awarded Anthropic a two-year prototype other transaction agreement with a $200 million ceiling. As part of the agreement, Anthropic will prototype frontier AI capabilities that advance U.S....

07/11/2025

OpenAI just landed a $200M Pentagon contract to build AI agents for defense workflows—launching its new “OpenAI for Government” division.

A new OpenAI initiative will also “consolidate” the company’s existing work with government clients like the Air Force Research Laboratory, NASA, Los Alamos and the Treasury Department.

07/09/2025

Anthropic’s research shows only ~2.9% of Claude chats are emotionally driven—common use is advice, coaching, or companionship, with less than 0.5% romantic. Despite rare, these chats often end on a positive note.

Anthropic is an AI safety and research company that's working to build reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems.