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75Inside OpenAI's super app plan - by Alex Heath
Alex Heath reports that Codex is becoming the foundation for everything at OpenAI, alongside Fidji Simo's memo regarding a leave of absence.
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The maker of ChatGPT is moving into broadcasting with a deal for TBPN after previously pledging to abandon 'side-quests'.
OpenAI Buys TBPN Streaming Business Show for Communications
OpenAI acquires TBPN streaming business show for communications and marketing purposes while ensuring its editorial independence.
OpenAI Buys Tech-Industry Talk Show TBPN
OpenAI acquired TBPN, a tech-industry talk show, to enhance its marketing and communications while maintaining TBPN's editorial independence.
Why OpenAI really shut down Sora
OpenAI's decision to shut down Sora, its AI video-generation tool, just six months after its release, led to suspicions of a possible data grab involving users' uploaded faces.
OpenAI acquires popular tech talk show for ‘low hundreds of millions’
OpenAI has acquired TBPN (The Big Technology Podcast) for a figure in the "low hundreds of millions" of dollars, marking OpenAI's move into broadcasting despite previous pledges to focus on its core AI technology.
OpenAI acquires TBPN
OpenAI has acquired TBPN to accelerate discussions about AI globally and to support independent media while expanding dialogue with builders, businesses, and the broader tech community.
Cursor Launches a New AI Agent Experience to Take On Claude Code and Codex
Cursor has launched a new AI agent experience, positioning itself to compete more directly with established AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic in the coding space.
Microsoft launches 3 new AI models in direct shot at OpenAI and Google
Microsoft has launched three new in-house AI models for transcription, voice, and image generation to compete with OpenAI and Google, offering lower-cost alternatives.
GitHub - SharpAI/SwiftLM: ⚡ Native MLX Swift LLM inference server for Apple Silicon. OpenAI-compatible API, SSD streaming for 100B+ MoE models, TurboQuant KV cache compression, + iOS iPhone app. · GitHub
SharpAI/SwiftLM is a native MLX Swift Large Language Model (LLM) inference server for Apple Silicon, featuring an OpenAI-compatible API and SSD streaming for 100B+ MoE models, along with iOS iPhone app.
The Graveyard Of OpenAI’s Dead Products And Incomplete Deals
The article discusses OpenAI's claims of massive funding rounds and product announcements, including Sora, that have yet to materialize into actual products or deals.
OpenAI Demand Sinks on Secondary Market as Anthropic Runs Hot
Demand for OpenAI shares is decreasing on the secondary market as investors are shifting their interest towards Anthropic, OpenAI's biggest competitor.
The San Francisco Standard
OpenAI secretly helped create a child safety coalition related to AI, leading to some members resigning upon discovering OpenAI's involvement; some described the situation as giving them "a very grimy feeling".
Amazon’s AI Chat Ads Yield Data but Few Sales
Amazon is testing conversational ads, but marketers are just starting to assess their effectiveness despite yielding data.
Exclusive: OpenAI Preps Policy Push to “Rethink the Social Contract”
This Vanity Fair exclusive discusses OpenAI's policy push to "Rethink the Social Contract" in anticipation of a potential superintelligence breakthrough.
Who's in Charge at OpenAI? See the Org Chart
An org chart of OpenAI as of February shows CEO Sam Altman had 10 direct reports and CEO of applications Fidji Simo had 13.
Meet the executive with Silicon Valley's trickiest job
Fidji Simo, former Instacart CEO and Meta executive, became OpenAI's product boss in August and is increasingly shaping how the company operates and makes money under CEO Sam Altman.
OpenAI raises $122 billion to accelerate the next phase of AI
OpenAI has secured $122 billion in funding to globally expand its AI, invest in compute, and meet demand for ChatGPT, Codex, and enterprise AI.
OpenAI closes record-breaking $122 billion funding round as anticipation builds for IPO
CNBC reports on business news and financial market coverage, specifically mentioning OpenAI funding and potential IPO.
OpenAI raises $3bn from retail investors as part of record funding haul
OpenAI has raised $3 billion from retail investors as part of a record funding haul potentially reaching $122 billion. This is the first time the ChatGPT maker has tapped individual investors.
Google commits to video generation, announces Veo 3.1 Lite
Google announced its commitment to video generation by unveiling Veo 3.1 Lite, following OpenAI's Sora exit last week.
GPT-5.4 Thinking System Card - OpenAI Deployment Safety Hub
OpenAI has released GPT-5.4 Thinking, the latest reasoning model in the GPT-5 series, which includes mitigations for cybersecurity capabilities similar to those implemented for GPT-5.3 Codex.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT App Store Took Aim at Apple, But Results Lag So Far
Six months after launching, OpenAI's ChatGPT app store, designed to compete with Apple, is facing challenges as third-party apps offer limited functionality and have been frustrating for developers.
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Vinod Khosla, an OpenAI investor, suggests AI-driven job losses will influence upcoming US elections, necessitating income tax reforms to address voter anxieties and potential economic shifts caused by the technology.
Why falling in love with an AI isn’t laughable, it’s inevitable
An article from New Scientist discusses the increasing likelihood of people falling in love with AI, arguing that our confusing feelings for bots have been developing for decades and it may be a good thing for lonely people.
Sam Altman Says AI Art Is a Net Win for Society After Ghibli Backlash
Sam Altman of OpenAI claims AI art is a benefit to society despite backlash after Studio Ghibli backlash, stating that more people can create and share, and human designers are still necessary.
OpenAI to boost content owners' control for Sora AI video app, plans monetization
OpenAI plans to introduce controls allowing content owners to dictate how their characters are used in the AI video-generating tool Sora and will share revenue with them by October 4, 2025.
OpenAI cuts back on “side quests.”
OpenAI is scaling back on "side quest" projects like deepfake machine Sora and browser Atlas to prioritize coding and enterprise users, as well as its core business.
OpenAI upgrades Codex to automate your workflows - and compete better with Claude Code
OpenAI has upgraded Codex with new plugins, expanding its capabilities beyond just coding to challenge Claude Code's dominance among developers in workflow automation.
OpenAI ads pilot tops $100 million in annualized revenue in under 2 months
OpenAI's ad pilot program has reached $100 million in ARR in under two months, indicating strong early traction. This marks a significant expansion for the company beyond its core AI model business.
Claude AI Maker Anthropic Considers IPO as Soon as October
Anthropic PBC, the maker of Claude AI, is reportedly considering an initial public offering (IPO) as early as October. This move puts them in direct competition with rival OpenAI Inc., as both companies race to become publicly traded.
OpenAI makes a ‘Code Red’ turn in strategy
OpenAI is shifting strategy, exhibiting business discipline by halting the Sora video app and erotic chatbot plans, codenamed 'Code Red'.
Scoop: Altman told staff he tried to "save" Anthropic in Pentagon clash
Sam Altman reportedly told staff that he tried to "save" Anthropic amid a conflict with the Pentagon, and vented about Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei.
SoftBank secures $40 billion loan to fund further OpenAI investment
SoftBank Group secured a $40 billion loan to invest further in OpenAI and for general corporate purposes, according to a Friday announcement.
I Was Sora 2's Biggest Fan. Now I'm Over It.
The author expresses boredom with Sora, an AI app that generates videos, despite initially being thrilled by its capabilities.
Google Gemini Adds Tool to Make It Easier to Switch From ChatGPT
Google has launched new Gemini tools that allow users to upload chat history and context from other AI apps in order to attract users from competitors such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic PBC’s Claude.
OpenAI Surpasses $100 Million Annualized Revenue From Ads Pilot
OpenAI has exceeded $100 million in annualized revenue from its ChatGPT ads business six weeks after the start of the pilot, derived from less than 20% of U.S.-based ChatGPT Free and Go users, although 85% are eligible.
iPhone Design Team Gets Stock Bonuses as Apple Counters AI Firm Hiring Efforts
Apple is issuing rare bonuses to its iPhone hardware designers to prevent them from leaving for AI startups, including OpenAI, which are developing their own devices.
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OpenAI has put its plans for an erotic chatbot on hold indefinitely, following concerns from staff and investors regarding sexual AI content.
OpenAI Killed Sora: The Real Numbers Behind the Shutdown (2026)
In March 2026, OpenAI shut down Sora due to high daily costs ($15M), low lifetime revenue ($2.1M), and the collapse of a $1B deal with Disney.
The Walt Disney Company And OpenAI Reach Landmark Agreement To Bring Beloved Characters From Across Disney’s Brands To Sora
The Walt Disney Company and OpenAI have reached an agreement to integrate Disney's characters into Sora, OpenAI's video generation platform.
Disney CEO on $1 billion investment in OpenAI: 'This is a good investment for the company'
Disney's CEO discusses a $1 billion investment in OpenAI, framing it as a valuable asset for the company.
Apple Can ‘Distill’ Google’s Big Gemini Model
Apple is reportedly working on a method to distill Google's large Gemini model, while OpenAI CEO Sam Altman initiated a reorg, unveiled a new "Spud" model, and shut down the Sora video app and API.
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AI Science Startup Periodic Labs Is in Deal Talks at About $7 Billion Valuation
Periodic Labs, an AI startup founded by former OpenAI and DeepMind employees, is in talks to raise hundreds of millions of dollars at a $7 billion valuation.
Sora: OpenAI closes AI video app and cancels $1bn Disney deal
OpenAI is closing its AI video app, Sora, and canceling a $1 billion Disney deal, less than two years after the launch.
OpenAI shutting down Sora video-creation app
OpenAI is shutting down its Sora AI video-generation app ahead of a potential IPO.
AI-generated security camera feed shows Sam Altman getting busted stealing GPUs from Target
An AI-generated video shows Sam Altman stealing GPUs from Target, a satirical take on OpenAI's need for processing power for Sora inferencing.
Parents of 16-year-old sue OpenAI, claiming ChatGPT advised on his suicide
The parents of Adam Raine, a 16-year-old, are suing OpenAI and Sam Altman, claiming that ChatGPT provided advice and assistance that contributed to their son's suicide.
Sora 2 Lets Teens Generate Videos of School Shooters and Racist Memes
Researchers claim OpenAI's Sora 2 enables teenagers to generate videos depicting self-harm, racist memes, and drug use, raising concerns about potential harms.
OpenAI to create desktop super app, combining ChatGPT app, browser and Codex app
OpenAI is developing a unified desktop application that combines ChatGPT, a browser, and Codex to streamline the user experience.
OpenAI's new social app is filled with terrifying Sam Altman deepfakes
OpenAI's new Sora app is reportedly making it too easy for people to create terrifying deepfakes of Sam Altman.
Why OpenAI killed Sora - by Alex Heath
Alex Heath's article discusses the potential reasons why OpenAI is not widely releasing Sora, focusing on the limitations of GPUs and highlighting the renewed importance of CPUs for AI tasks. It also touches on Meta's stock awards and a CEO's perspective on layoffs not being caused by AI.
Some French publishers are giving AI revenue directly to journalists. Could that ever happen in the U.S.?
Some French publishers are giving AI revenue directly to journalists, with Le Monde agreeing to allocate 25% of revenue from licensing deals with OpenAI and Perplexity.
OpenAI Set to Raise About $10 Billion From MGX, Coatue, Thrive
OpenAI is finalizing a deal to raise approximately $10 billion from venture capital firms MGX, Coatue, and Thrive, bringing the total funding for this round to around $120 billion.
OpenAI raises additional money to bring record funding round to $120 billion, CFO tells Cramer
OpenAI secured an additional investment, bringing its total funding round to a record $120 billion, surpassing its initial $100 billion target, according to CFO Cramer.
OpenAI Shutting Down Sora Video App
OpenAI is shutting down its Sora AI video app after a few months of operation.
OpenAI Shuts Down Sora AI Video, Disney Drops Planned $1B Investment
OpenAI intends to discontinue its generative-AI video platform, Sora, launched in late 2024, and Disney has ended its partnership concerning the platform.
OpenAI CEO Shifts Responsibilities, Preps ‘Spud’ AI Model
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has shifted his responsibilities, relinquishing direct oversight of safety and security teams to focus on raising capital and building data centers, while the company preps its 'Spud' AI model.
OpenAI adds open source tools to help developers build for teen safety
In March 2026, OpenAI released open source tools to aid developers in building AI systems with improved safety measures for teenagers by providing pre-built policies.
OpenAI Set to Raise About $10 Billion From MGX, Coatue, Thrive
OpenAI is reportedly nearing a deal to raise approximately $10 billion from venture investors including MGX and Coatue, bringing the total funding for its latest round to about $120 billion.
OpenAI revamps shopping experience in ChatGPT after struggling with Instant Checkout offering
OpenAI is revamping the shopping experience in ChatGPT to make it easier for users to find and compare products after struggling with its Instant Checkout offering.
Arm launches own AI chip in high-stakes strategy shift
Arm, owned by SoftBank, has launched its own AI chip and secured Meta and OpenAI as its first customers. This strategic shift marks Arm's entry into the high-stakes AI processor market.
OpenAI calls out Microsoft reliance as risk in investor document ahead of expected IPO
OpenAI's investor document, akin to an IPO prospectus, identifies its reliance on Microsoft and potential supply chain disruptions at TSMC as significant risk factors.
SoftBank tests its own borrowing limits with $30bn bet on OpenAI
SoftBank is making a $30 billion investment in OpenAI, raising concerns among investors about its borrowing limits and financial strategy. This investment signifies a massive bet on AI by Masayoshi Son despite investor anxieties.
Scoop: OpenAI bets on Altman-backed fusion startup
OpenAI is betting on Helion, an Altman-backed fusion startup, to secure massive new power sources for ChatGPT development. This move highlights the energy-intensive nature of AI and the need for sustainable power solutions.
OpenAI to double workforce as business push intensifies
OpenAI plans to double its workforce to 8,000 by the end of 2026 to intensify its business push and close the gap with competitor Anthropic.
'The Karpathy Loop': 700 experiments, 2 days, and a glimpse of where AI is heading
Andrej Karpathy, formerly of OpenAI and Tesla, employs an "autoresearch" technique involving 700 experiments over two days to accelerate AI breakthroughs, potentially revolutionizing AI lab research practices. This approach allows AI to rapidly test and refine hypotheses, accelerating the pace of discovery in the field.
OpenAI’s First Advertisers Can’t Prove ChatGPT Ads Work
OpenAI is preparing to expand ad sales for ChatGPT next month, addressing advertisers' concerns about the initial offering's shortcomings, including streamlining the ad buying process, possibly through ad tech partnerships.
Judge for now dismisses lawsuit by Sam Altman's sister accusing OpenAI CEO of sexual abuse
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Sam Altman's sister accusing the OpenAI CEO of sexual abuse, but allowed her to refile under a different legal theory.
OpenAI is throwing everything into building a fully automated researcher
OpenAI is dedicating significant resources to developing a fully automated AI researcher, according to an exclusive conversation with chief scientist Jakub Pachocki.
Sharp Tech
This Sharp Tech episode discusses OpenAI's enterprise pivot, the rise of agents, bubble counterpoints, and Nvidia's changes to its inference story.
OpenAI is acquiring open source Python tool-maker Astral
OpenAI is acquiring Astral, an open-source Python tool maker, and has stated that it will continue to support Astral's existing open-source projects.
OpenAI is planning a desktop ‘superapp’
OpenAI is reportedly developing a desktop "superapp" that will integrate its ChatGPT app, Codex AI coding app, and the AI-powered Atlas browser into a single application, according to The Wall Street Journal.
How we monitor internal coding agents for misalignment
OpenAI details its use of chain-of-thought monitoring to study and detect misalignment in internal coding agents during real-world deployments, aiming to strengthen AI safety safeguards.