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Altman describes OpenAI's forthcoming AI device as more peaceful and calm than the iPhone: Altman and Ive tease a simple AI device aimed at calm, distraction-free computing, launching within two years. Read More

Google teams up with Accel to hunt for India's next AI breakouts: Google and Accel will jointly invest up to $2 million in each startup through their new partnership. Read More

India's gig workers win legal status, but access to social security remains elusive: India is restructuring its gig economy with a new labor law, but much more is needed before gig workers see real benefits. Read More

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DOGE days are over as Trump disbands Elon Musk's team of federal cost-cutters: DOGE members are reportedly worried that they could face prosecution for some of their activities conducted while under the leadership of Elon Musk. Read More

Facebook takes on Reddit with launch of nicknames for Facebook Groups: Facebook users can protect their privacy in Groups using a new nicknames feature. Read More

Anthropic releases Opus 4.5 with new Chrome and Excel integrations: Anthropic has launched Opus 4.5, the latest version of its flagship model, with new integrations into Chrome and Excel. Read More

Hands on with Stickerbox, the AI-powered sticker maker for kids: Stickerbox turns kids' ideas into printable stickers, blending AI magic with hands-on coloring for a surprisingly creative, "screen-light" play experience. Read More

Spotify to raise US prices in first quarter of next year, report says: Major record labels have been urging Spotify and other music streaming platforms to raise subscription prices, arguing that fees have not kept pace with inflation and remain low when compared to services like Netflix. Read More

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