Gemini AI Is Coming to Gmail. What Does That Mean for Google Stock? Alphabet’s decision to embed Gemini AI directly into Gmail could be a major boost in its AI strategy. Barchart · Jan 12
Apple picks Google for Siri overhaul sparking fury from Elon Musk Alphabet hit a $4 trillion market valuation Monday, surpassing Apple in market capitalization for the first time since 2019 The Independent UK · Jan 12
'Godfather of AI' says the technology will create massive unemployment and send profits soaring — 'that is the capitalist system' "We are at a point in history where something amazing is happening, and it may be amazingly good, and it may be amazingly bad." Fortune · Jan 12
Apple gives up and lets Google take the AI wheel – Gemini will officially power Siri’s big AI upgrade this year Apple's AI-powered Siri could finally arrive this year – and it'll be powered by Google's Gemini, the tech giants have surprisingly announced. TechRadar · Jan 12
Apple partners with Google for Gemini: What this means for users Tech giants Apple and Google have chosen Gemini to redefine AI integration in Apple devices, signaling a profound shift in strategy for both companies in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Android Central · Jan 12
Google parent Alphabet hits $4tn valuation after AI deal with Apple After Apple chose Gemini to power Siri, Alphabet surpassed Apple to become second-most valuable company in world The Guardian - US · Jan 12
Google's Sergey Brin admits he's hiring 'tons' of workers without degrees: 'They just figure things out on their own in some weird corner' Google cofounder Sergey Brin studied graduate computer science at Stanford—but admits Gen Z no longer needs a degree to land a high-paying job at the tech giant. Fortune · Jan 12
The iPhone 17e could arrive soon, but I'm not convinced it'll be worth buying The iPhone SE was never a yearly release, instead getting a refresh every few years – the rumored iPhone 17e could see Apple change this pattern, but should it even bother? TechRadar · Jan 12
Gmail just got an era-defining Gemini update whether you like it or not You might notice some changes to Gmail on your phone, as a major update rolls out T3 · Jan 12
Walmart Boss Doug McMillon Warns AI Chatbots Will Soon Change Literally Every Job Walmart partners with Google Gemini for AI shopping. Seamless checkout within the chatbot launches soon in the US. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
Google is going all-out on "agentic shopping" with new AI ecommerce tools Google looks to offer agentic AI shopping experiences for consumers, but businesses also get useful tools. TechRadar · Jan 12
Google Missed Key Deadline in Suit Alleging Google's AI Libeled Business, Court Holds A federal district court rules that the case should go back to Minnesota state court, rather than being in federal court. Reason · Jan 12
How Google's new protocol transforms AI agents into shopping powerhouses Google's new Universal Commerce Protocol lays the foundation for AI agents to handle shopping and checkout, connecting AI, retailers, and payment providers. Android Central · Jan 12
Google Removes AI Overviews for Specific Medical Questions Following Reports of Inaccuracies Several health or medical questions in Google Search will no longer share AI Overviews results after users report inaccuricies. International Business Times · Jan 12
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg Could Lose Billions Under California's Billionaire Tax Will Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg face California's proposed billionaire tax? Here's what the new wealth tax means.
Windows Central · Jan 12 Bill Gates warns "there is no upper limit" to AI, predicting it will surpass human levels without hitting a plateau — and it could even be weaponized in the future Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates says there's no upper limit to how intelligent AI may become, warning it could be exploited by bad actors to create bioterrorism weapons against humanity.
T3 · Jan 12 Samsung hasn't given up on Bixby yet – prepare for a Google-rivalling AI upgrade Bixby is said to be getting a boost to rival Gemini, and your Samsung phone could benefit
Euronews · Jan 12 Google removes some health-related questions from its AI Overviews following accuracy concerns An investigation by the Guardian found that Google’s AI-generated summaries gave out inaccurate health information.
Tom’s Guide · Jan 12 'We work to make broad improvements': Google responds to claims its AI Overviews mislead users over health queries Google has quietly removed AI Overviews on certain health queries after a report claimed they were inaccurate and potentially dangerous.
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Google AI Health Overviews May Fail Patients When Medical Advice Matters Most Google has removed its AI overviews on queries about liver blood tests after an investigation by The Guardian found it shares misleading information
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney Faces Backlash After Defending Grok AI Amid Deepfake Abuse Fears The CEO of Epic Games Tim Sweeney faced heavy scrutiny after publicly defending X's AI companion Grok amid surge of deepfake content generation
Tom’s Guide · Jan 12 AI is quietly breaking the internet — and most people don’t even realize it yet Zero-click search promises instant answers, but it often removes context, nuance and trust — making everyday decisions and fact-checking harder.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12 JD Sports plans to let shoppers buy through AI platforms Retailer to allow ‘one-click purchases’ through assistants such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, beginning in US
Barchart · Jan 12 What to Expect From Alphabet’s Q4 2025 Earnings Report Alphabet’s Q4 earnings report is expected to show significant growth, with analysts maintaining a favorable outlook on the company’s performance.
Tom’s Guide · Jan 12 iPhone 17e can be the must-have midrange phone — if Apple adds this feature The iPhone 16e offers wireless charging, but if Apple wants to take a step forward with the iPhone 17e, it needs to add support for the newer Qi2 wireless standard. Here's why.