Google’s ‘dark web report’ feature will no longer be available starting in February

Google has released an updated version of its Gemini deep research model on the same day that OpenAI launched its latest AI model, GPT-5.2. This simultaneous release highlights the intensifying competition between the two tech giants in the artificial intelligence sector.

Venture capitalists (VCs) are analyzing the challenges faced by consumer AI startups, noting that many lack the staying power necessary for long-term success. This discussion highlights the need for innovative personal devices to drive the next consumer tech revolution.

Chai Discovery, an AI-driven biotech firm backed by OpenAI, has successfully raised $130 million in a Series B funding round, achieving a valuation of $1.3 billion. The company focuses on developing foundation models for drug discovery, particularly in predicting molecular interactions for potential cures.

Google's Nick Fox addressed the challenges faced by publishers in the evolving landscape of news content, particularly in light of the ongoing advancements in artificial intelligence. He highlighted the delays in the rollout of Personal Context, a feature aimed at enhancing user experience by providing tailored content.

Ford is transitioning its US battery manufacturing capabilities to establish a battery energy storage business aimed at supporting data centers and the electrical grid, marking a strategic shift away from large electric vehicles. This initiative involves an investment of approximately $2 billion over the next two years.

Ford is launching a battery storage business with an investment of approximately $2 billion over the next two years, aiming to provide energy solutions for data centers and the electrical grid.

The UK government is set to encourage Apple and Google to implement nudity-blocking systems on their mobile operating systems, iOS and Android, through the development of nudity-detection algorithms. This initiative aims to enhance online safety, particularly for minors, amid ongoing concerns about inappropriate content accessibility on smartphones.

Google has announced it will discontinue dark web reports that previously alerted users to leaked data, citing a lack of 'helpful next steps' in these notifications. This decision marks a significant shift in how the company addresses user security concerns related to data breaches.