Apple is considering using artificial intelligence from companies Anthropic PBC and OpenAI to power a new version of Siri, potentially sidelining its own in-house models. The company has discussed with both Anthropic and OpenAI about training their large language models for use on Apple's cloud infrastructure. This move would represent a significant reversal if implemented, as Apple currently relies on its own technology, known as Apple Foundation Models, to power most of its AI features.
https://www.smh.com.au/technology/apple-eyes-major-shift-to-siri-to-turn-around-its-flailing-ai-effort-20250701-p5mbiw.htmlApple is considering using artificial intelligence technology from Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri, a move that would mark a significant shift away from the company's in-house models. The decision comes after months of delays and a shake-up in Apple's executive ranks, with new AI head Mike Rockwell taking charge. Apple had previously delayed plans for AI improvements to Siri until 2026 without explanation. If approved, Anthropic or OpenAI's large language models would be trained on Apple's cloud infrastructure for testing, according to people familiar with the discussions.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/technology/apple-weighs-using-anthropic-or-openai-to-power-siri-in-major-reversal-report-1888570Apple is in talks with AI firms OpenAI and another firm to train their models for testing on its cloud infrastructure, according to Bloomberg. The company has been developing its own AI technology for Siri, but may adopt third-party models to make the voice assistant more competitive with Android smartphones. Apple had initially planned to release an AI-powered upgrade of Siri in fall 2024, but faced delays and technical challenges, shifting the target date to spring 2026.
https://www.pymnts.com/apple/2025/report-apple-considering-powering-siri-with-third-party-ai-models/Apple is reportedly in talks with either ChatGPT or Claude to power Siri's next major update, aiming to enhance the virtual assistant's capabilities. The company is considering integrating AI technology from these sources to improve Siri's performance and user experience.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/apple-in-talks-to-bring-claude-or-chatgpt-for-powering-siris-next-big-update-heres-what-we-know-11751343066831.htmlBrowser AI Agents pose a significant threat to enterprise security as they can be tricked into performing malicious tasks due to their privileged access and limited security awareness. Researchers warn that current security solutions are not equipped to handle these agents, which can gain undetected access to internal systems with the same permissions as trusted employees. Experts recommend incorporating browser-native solutions like Browser Detection and Response to prevent compromised AI agents from carrying out malicious actions.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/thousands-of-organizations-have-a-new-unexpected-employee-onboard-and-it-could-be-their-single-biggest-security-riskChina's rapid adoption of AI has raised concerns about its social impact, with many believing Beijing has implemented strict regulations to mitigate potential risks. However, a closer examination suggests that China's current AI regulation is limited, with the country embracing AI at an unprecedented pace, rivaling previous technological waves like the internet and electricity. The country's strong computing infrastructure and contributions from developers such as DeepSeek, Alibaba Group Holding, Tencent Holdings, ByteDance, and Baidu have fueled this aggressive adoption of AI.
https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3316374/chinas-rapid-adoption-ai-demands-greater-scrutiny-social-impact?module=opinion&pgtype=sectionCheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) has released a new white paper, China and the Global AI Race, highlighting how China is leveraging its strengths in manufacturing, data, and startups to lead in artificial intelligence. The report analyzes China's AI strategy on four fronts: open-source revolution, workforce transformation, intelligent robotics, and AI ecosystem development. Experts like CKGSB Dean Li Haitao and Professor Teng Bingsheng emphasize the impact of open-source AI, while Distinguished Chair Professor Sun Tianshu discusses the emergence of "AI Architects" - new business leaders focused on integrating intelligence into core operations. The report also notes China's advanced smart vehicle industry and robotics as areas for growth, with CKGSB alumnus Li Mingyang citing the country's potential to scale mass production of robotics components.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ckgsb-launches-new-white-paper-on-chinas-role-in-the-global-ai-race-302495556.htmlGoogle has issued an internal engineering playbook to boost productivity by formalizing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) among its software engineers. The move comes as Microsoft plans to start grading employees on their AI tool usage, aiming to increase internal adoption of its tools. Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated that AI is making his engineers 10% more productive.
https://indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/google-issues-ai-playbook-for-engineers-to-boost-productivity-even-as-microsoft-mulls-grading-employees-on-ai-use-2748996-2025-07-01Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has launched Meta Superintelligence Labs, a new division focused on artificial general intelligence. The lab is led by Alexandr Wang and Nat Friedman, with 11 researchers hired from OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepMind, and Google.
https://indiatoday.in/technology/news/story/mark-zuckerberg-announces-meta-superintelligence-labs-and-11-new-hires-from-openai-anthropic-and-google-2748725-2025-07-01