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Tech companies are investing directly in power infrastructure as energy access becomes a critical constraint on AI expansion, with the push for larger and more numerous data centres driving electricity demand higher. (Image: Reuters)

OpenAI, SoftBank invest $1 billion in SB Energy as Stargate buildout expands

January 10, 2026 8:56 am

Stargate is a $500 billion multi-year initiative to build AI data centres for training and inference, backed by major investors including Oracle. President ‌Donald Trump backed the initiative when the companies announced the plan in January 2025.

AI showdown: ChatGPT web traffic slips as Gemini’s share rises 3.3%

January 09, 2026 9:49 am

While the December holiday period often sees weaker overall online activity, ChatGPT losing traffic share can also be seen in the context of Gemini’s growing appeal.

Fidji Simo, OpenAI's new chief of applications.

‘In 2026, ChatGPT will evolve into a personal superassistant’: OpenAI’s Fidji Simo

January 08, 2026 8:57 am

Simo’s 2026 roadmap reinforces the narrative that OpenAI’s ChatGPT is on its way to becoming an everything app.

OpenAI is said to be working on a ChatGPT powered audio device.

OpenAI reportedly prepares audio AI upgrades for first ChatGPT hardware

January 05, 2026 9:05 am

With its next hardware product expected to rely heavily on voice interactions, OpenAI is reportedly working on improving its models more natural and accurate responses.

Is OpenAI building a pen-like AI gadget with Jony Ive? Here’s what tipster claims

January 02, 2026 9:10 am

The project has remained shrouded in secrecy, with neither Jony Ive nor Sam Altman offering any concrete details about what the device will ultimately be.

ChatGPT has more than 900 million active weekly users.

As AI costs rise, OpenAI may soon start showing ads in ChatGPT conversations

January 01, 2026 9:44 am

OpenAI is reportedly testing ways to show sponsored content inside ChatGPT as it struggling to make any profit.

OpenAI and other tech giants such as Alphabet and Microsoft have courted enterprise AI deals to help justify massive spikes in spending, though the returns across the industry have so far failed to match investment. (Image: Reuters)

OpenAI offers $555,000 to fill ‘stressful’ AI safety role amid security, mental health concerns

December 29, 2025 11:13 am

OpenAI’s safety teams have experienced significant employee churn over the last few years.

Much like Spotify’s well-known year-end summaries, ChatGPT’s review uses bold visuals and playful framing to reflect individual usage patterns.(File Photo)

OpenAI launches a personalised year-end review inside ChatGPT

December 24, 2025 9:13 am

Available to eligible users in select markets, like the UK and Canada, the latest ChatGPT feature offers a playful glance at how people interacted with the chatbot.

OpenAI adds new controls to ChatGPT: How to adjust warmth, enthusiasm levels

December 23, 2025 8:48 am

Earlier this year, OpenAI rolled back a behavioural update to the AI chatbot after users complained that its responses were sycophantic and overly agreeable.

ChatGPT's app store like directory lets you connect with numerous third party services.

ChatGPT gets an app store-style directory, bringing third-party apps into chats

December 19, 2025 9:57 am

OpenAI has officially launched the ChatGPT app directory, allowing users to connect third-party apps directly inside conversations without having to install anything extra.