Anthropic's Claude Code can now read your Slack messages and write code for you

A recent report by ComScore highlights that the fastest-growing AI chatbot is not from industry giants OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google, indicating a shift in user preferences and market dynamics in the AI sector.

Microsoft is set to enhance the user experience in Windows 11 by allowing users to remove AI actions from the right-click menu in File Explorer, aiming for a more streamlined interface. This change is part of ongoing updates to address user feedback regarding the AI features introduced in the operating system.

Uber is installing kiosks that allow users to book rides without needing the mobile app, aiming to enhance accessibility for a broader range of customers. This initiative is part of Uber's ongoing efforts to innovate and adapt its services to meet diverse user needs.

President Trump has granted Nvidia permission to sell its H200 artificial intelligence chips to approved customers in China, lifting a previous export ban due to national security concerns. This decision includes a 25% surcharge on sales, marking a significant policy shift in U.S.-China tech relations.

Slack's CEO is set to join OpenAI, focusing on securing funding to support the company's extensive data center operations. This move comes as OpenAI faces increasing competition and operational demands, highlighting the need for financial stability in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Salesforce has reported a cautiously optimistic earnings report, raising its revenue forecast to between $41.45 billion and $41.55 billion, largely attributed to the success of its Agentforce platform, which has surpassed $500 million in sales.

Paramount Skydance has made a hostile bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery for $30 per share, a move that follows Netflix's recent agreement to purchase Warner Bros. Discovery for approximately $72 billion. Ross Gerber, CEO of Gerber Kawasaki, discussed this competitive landscape on Bloomberg Tech, highlighting his decision to sell his stake in Paramount Skydance while retaining his investment in Netflix.

Accenture and Anthropic have announced a significant expansion of their partnership, forming the Accenture Anthropic Business Group, which will involve training approximately 30,000 professionals to facilitate the transition from AI pilots to full-scale deployment. This initiative was discussed by the CEOs of both companies on Bloomberg's 'The Close.'