Google Plans $40B Investment in Texas Data Centers

OpenAI has introduced GPT‑5.1-Codex-Max, a new coding model available in its Codex developer environment. This model enhances AI-assisted software engineering with improved reasoning, efficiency, and interactive capabilities. It replaces GPT‑5.1-Codex as the default model, designed to handle complex software development tasks across multiple contexts.

Multi-agent AI orchestration frameworks like Claude-Flow assist teams in modernizing legacy applications more efficiently by automating processes such as analysis, planning, testing, and cutover.

Microsoft, Nvidia, and Anthropic have entered into a multibillion-dollar partnership to enhance artificial intelligence capabilities. This collaboration will scale Anthropic's AI model, Claude, on Microsoft's Azure platform using Nvidia's chips, making advanced AI technologies more accessible to enterprises.

DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has emphasized the importance of world models in the future of AI, while cautioning about a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence market. With the launch of Gemini 3 Pro, Google aims to strengthen its position in AI leadership, reflecting a long-term strategy that is beginning to yield results.

Google's latest AI model, Gemini 3, reportedly surpasses competitors in various benchmark tests. However, concerns about its reliability persist, raising questions about the sustainability of the current AI hype.

Target is partnering with OpenAI to enhance its sales strategy by integrating ChatGPT into its customer service. This collaboration will allow consumers to tag Target in ChatGPT and specify their shopping needs, aiming to improve user experience and drive sales.

The Netherlands has temporarily halted its efforts to seize control of the Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, a move seen as a gesture of goodwill aimed at easing tensions in the ongoing EU-China dispute. This decision comes amid concerns over the impact on global car supply chains, which have been affected by semiconductor shortages.

Meta has secured a significant legal victory against the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in an antitrust case, which could allow the company to resume acquiring startups after a period of regulatory caution. This ruling may also impact other major tech firms like Google and Microsoft, who have been hesitant to pursue acquisitions due to increased scrutiny under FTC Chair Lina Khan.