Wan2.2, a new video diffusion model, unleashes cinematic video generation by combining Mixture-of-Experts architecture, meticulously curated aesthetic data, and an open-sourced 5B model with high-compression VAE for efficient 720P video synthesis.
Microsoft's Copilot AI now has a virtual identity, Copilot Appearance, that responds with real-time facial expressions, allowing users to visually interact with the AI as it gains a permanent identity intended to age over time.
In a groundbreaking move, Hallwood Media inks record deal with AI music sensation Imoliver, the 'top-streaming music designer' on Suno platform, marking first time a Suno creator signs with label; Imoliver's hit 'Stone' with over 3 million Suno plays to hit streaming platforms on August 8.
Nearly 1 billion users are becoming addicted to OpenAI's AI products, outsourcing critical thinking and risking cognitive skill atrophy, dividing the workforce into 'AI drivers' managing AI and 'AI passengers' relying on it.
Vibe Analytics pioneers conversational AI for data analysis, enabling companies to explore insights through natural dialogue, democratizing analytical capabilities without relying on specialized data teams.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg aggressively poaches top AI talent from rivals like OpenAI and Google with multimillion-dollar pay packages, spending billions in a race to achieve artificial superintelligence before competitors, raising concerns about alignment with Meta's core business.
SoftBank-backed LegalOn secures $50M funding, unveiling AI-powered contract review software that cuts review times by 85% and AI agent tools developed in partnership with OpenAI, leveraging advanced models grounded in legal expertise.
OpenAI unveils GPT-5, a groundbreaking language model set for August release, boasting reasoning prowess from the o3 model, with CEO Sam Altman teasing its impressive capabilities.
OpenAI readies the release of GPT-5, a groundbreaking AI model combining traditional and reasoning capabilities, with mini and nano versions accessible via its API in August 2025.
Conversational AI startup Gupshup secures $60 million in equity and debt funding to drive global expansion and strengthen its AI agent offerings, though its unicorn status remains unconfirmed as the company keeps its valuation undisclosed.