Author Archives: Yijie Shen

AI music generators could be a boon for artists — but also problematic

Anthropic has introduced “Claude Explains,” a new blog where its AI model, Claude, is the primary author of educational content, with human editors involved to ensure the material is accurate, nuanced, and clear. The blog aims to break down complex … Read More

IBM acquires data analysis startup Seek AI, opens AI accelerator in NYC

IBM has acquired Seek AI, a New York-based startup specializing in natural language data querying, marking a strategic expansion of its enterprise AI capabilities. Seek AI’s technology allows business users to access complex data through simple, conversational queries, aligning with … Read More

Why export restrictions aren’t the only thing to pay attention to in Nvidia’s earnings

Nvidia’s latest earnings report reveals that while U.S. export restrictions to China remain a concern, a more important narrative is emerging: the growing enterprise demand for Nvidia’s high-end AI infrastructure, especially the newly introduced GB200 NVL72 exascale systems. Each system … Read More

Microsoft says its Aurora AI can accurately predict air quality, typhoons, and more

Microsoft has unveiled Aurora, a powerful AI model designed to dramatically improve environmental forecasting, including predictions of air quality, hurricanes, and typhoons. Built using over one million hours of atmospheric simulation data, Aurora can deliver global weather and pollution forecasts … Read More

Google is bringing ads to AI Mode

Google, whose primary source of revenue is advertising—with $66.89 billion earned from ads in Q1 2025 alone—is now expanding that model into its AI-powered search features. As Google continues to develop AI Mode and AI Overviews as the future of … Read More

OpenAI launches Codex, an AI coding agent, in ChatGPT

OpenAI has launched Codex, an AI coding agent integrated into ChatGPT, designed to independently handle software development tasks like writing code, debugging, and running tests. Codex operates within a secure, cloud-based environment and is aimed at making software engineering more … Read More

Google’s bringing Gemini to your car with Android Auto

Google is bringing its Gemini AI assistant to Android Auto, allowing drivers to perform tasks through natural, conversational language rather than rigid commands. With Gemini integrated, users can send messages, play music, get navigation assistance, or find nearby stops simply … Read More

Google launches new initiative to back startups building AI

Google has launched the AI Futures Fund, a new initiative designed to support startups building with cutting-edge AI technologies, particularly those developed by DeepMind. Through this program, startups can gain early access to Google’s latest AI models, collaborate with Google … Read More

OpenAI is reportedly in talks to buy Windsurf for $3B, with news expected later this week

OpenAI is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Windsurf—an AI-powered coding assistant previously known as Codeium—for approximately $3 billion. If finalized, this would represent OpenAI’s largest acquisition to date and a significant move into the growing market for AI developer … Read More

Anthropic forms a new team to grow its AWS business

Anthropic has formed a new team dedicated to accelerating the adoption of its AI services among Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers. This initiative is part of its broader effort to deepen its partnership with Amazon, which has committed up to … Read More