TIME names ‘Architects of AI’ its Person of the Year

On the occasion of OpenAI's 10th anniversary, CEO Sam Altman reflected on a decade filled with significant advancements and lessons learned in artificial intelligence, emphasizing the company's commitment to developing AGI that benefits humanity. Altman highlighted the transformative impact of their technologies and the ongoing journey toward responsible AI development.

Elon Musk is collaborating with the government of El Salvador to introduce the Grok chatbot, developed by his artificial intelligence company xAI, to over 1 million students in more than 5,000 public schools as part of an AI-powered education initiative. This announcement was made on December 11, 2025, by xAI, highlighting a significant move towards integrating AI in education.

El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele announced a partnership with Elon Musk's xAI to integrate artificial intelligence into over 5,000 public schools, aiming to enhance educational resources and learning experiences for students. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize the country's education system.

Time magazine has named the 'Architects of AI' as its 2025 Person of the Year, highlighting influential figures in the artificial intelligence sector, including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. This recognition underscores the profound impact of AI on various aspects of society, including the economy and geopolitics.

OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5.2, its latest large language model, which is touted as the most capable model series for professional knowledge work. This release comes in response to Google's Gemini 3, which recently gained significant traction, amassing 200 million users within three months of its launch. OpenAI emphasized that the timing of GPT-5.2's release was planned well in advance of Gemini 3's debut.

Blue Origin has been developing technology for orbital AI data centers for over a year, while SpaceX is planning to utilize upgraded Starlink satellites for AI computing payloads. Both companies, led by tech billionaires Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, are positioning themselves in the emerging market of space-based data processing.

The European Union has imposed a €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's social media platform X for violating content moderation laws under the Digital Services Act. This decision has raised concerns from U.S. trade officials, particularly Donald Trump's top trade negotiator, who expressed disappointment over the EU's regulatory approach towards American tech companies.

Meta's leading artificial intelligence team is experiencing internal friction, creating an us-versus-them mentality with long-standing associates of CEO Mark Zuckerberg. This discord arises amid significant changes in the company's AI initiatives and strategic direction.