| 09-06-2025 |
ChatGPT |
OpenAI Evals Boosts Tool Use Capabilities |
Feature |
OpenAI's Evals platform now supports advanced tool use, enabling developers to integrate and evaluate tools with Structured Outputs during evaluation runs. This update accommodates OpenAI-hosted tools, MCP, and non-hosted tools, focusing on accurate argument passing and response evaluation. Developers can leverage this feature to enhance testing precision and streamline workflows. Explore the updated guides at OpenAI's developer portal to get started. |
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| 09-06-2025 |
Figure AI |
Helix AI Revolutionizes Logistics with Advanced Robotics |
Company News |
Helix, developed by Figure, enhances humanoid logistics with AI-driven capabilities, achieving near-human dexterity and speed in package sorting. The system now handles diverse packaging, including deformable bags, with a 20% faster processing time and 95% barcode scanning accuracy. Upgrades like vision memory and force feedback enable adaptive behaviors, boosting efficiency. Discover more about Helix’s innovations at Figure’s official site. |
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| 09-06-2025 |
Google AI |
UK’s Extract System Speeds Up Planning with Gemini AI |
Company News |
The UK government’s Extract system, powered by Google DeepMind’s Gemini model, digitizes complex planning documents, including handwritten notes and blurry maps, in just 40 seconds. This AI-driven tool reduces the time spent on processing 350,000 annual planning applications, enabling faster decisions for housing and infrastructure. Currently trialed in four councils, Extract will be available nationwide by Spring 2026. Visit GOV.UK to learn how it supports the Plan for Change to build 1.5 million homes. |
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| 09-06-2025 |
Qwen AI |
Alibaba’s Qwen3 AI Models Hit 12.5 Million Downloads |
Company News |
Alibaba’s Qwen3, a cutting-edge large language model series, has achieved over 12.5 million global downloads within a month of its launch. Available in four sizes—0.6B, 8B, 30B, and 32B—each model has surpassed one million downloads on platforms like Hugging Face, where over 130,000 Qwen-based derivative models have been created. Its hybrid reasoning and multilingual capabilities make it a top choice for developers worldwide. Visit Alibaba Cloud’s ModelScope to explore Qwen3’s potential for your projects. |
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| 09-06-2025 |
ChatGPT |
OpenAI Slashes o3 Pricing for Developers |
Subscription Updates |
OpenAI has reduced the cost of its o3 model by 80%, lowering the price to $2 per million input tokens from $10. This significant price drop makes advanced AI more accessible for developers, particularly for coding tasks. The company also distributed free API credits to 200 developers to encourage exploration of o3’s capabilities. Check OpenAI’s platform for credit details and start leveraging o3’s enhanced features. |
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| 08-06-2025 |
ChatGPT |
ChatGPT 4o Update Hints at New Reasoning Features |
Social Media News |
Recent posts on social media suggest that ChatGPT 4o may have received a quiet update, with a new thinking indicator appearing during interactions. This could signal integration with the o4-mini reasoning model or another advanced system, enhancing its ability to process complex queries. The update aligns with OpenAI’s focus on improving logical and analytical capabilities, as seen in recent model releases. Users are encouraged to explore ChatGPT 4o to experience these potential improvements firsthand. |
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| 08-06-2025 |
Symantec Enterprise Cloud |
Symantec Blocks Fake Government App Targeting Indian Android Users |
Cybersecurity |
Symantec’s security solutions have identified and neutralized a malicious Android app posing as a government application targeting users in India. This malware employs multi-stage downloads and anti-analysis techniques to steal personal information and SMS data, requiring user interaction to enable its malicious functions. Symantec detects this threat as Android.Reputation.2 and AppRisk:Generisk, ensuring robust protection for affected devices. Android users are urged to verify app authenticity and enable Symantec’s mobile security features. Visit Broadcom’s Security Center for more details. |
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| 08-06-2025 |
Symantec Enterprise Cloud |
Symantec Shields Gamers from Blitz Malware in Cheats |
Cybersecurity |
Symantec’s security solutions detect and block Blitz, a multi-stage malware hidden in backdoored video game cheat applications, targeting unsuspecting gamers. The malware, comprising downloader and botnet components, is delivered when users run compromised cheats, enabling further malicious downloads. Symantec identifies this threat through adaptive, file-based, machine learning, and web-based detections, including Backdoor.Trojan and Miner.XMRig. Gamers are advised to avoid unverified cheat software and enable Symantec’s protection policies. Visit Broadcom’s Security Center for setup guidance. |
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| 08-06-2025 |
Symantec Enterprise Cloud |
Symantec Thwarts APT41’s TOUGHPROGRESS Malware Exploiting Google Calendar |
Cybersecurity |
Symantec’s advanced security solutions neutralize TOUGHPROGRESS, a custom malware deployed by the APT41 threat group, which uses Google Calendar events as a covert command-and-control channel. Delivered via spear-phishing emails with malicious ZIP files, the malware employs a three-stage, in-memory infection process to evade detection. Symantec detects this threat through adaptive, email, file, machine learning, and web-based protections, including Scr.Mallnk!gen2 and Heur.AdvML.A. Users are encouraged to enable Symantec’s email security and VMware Carbon Black policies for robust defense. Visit Broadcom’s Security Center for detailed protection steps. |
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| 07-06-2025 |
Kling AI Kuaishou |
Kling AI Showcases Global Creativity on Iconic Screens |
Company News |
Kling AI’s Bring Your Vision to Screen campaign has unveiled over 2,000 winning entries from creators in 60+ countries, now displayed on iconic global screens like Tokyo’s Shibuya Scramble Crossing and Paris’ Palais Garnier. These masterpieces, including titles like Goliath's Gaze and Oceanic Odyssey, highlight Kling AI’s ability to transform imaginative ideas into stunning videos and images using advanced generative AI. The campaign empowers creators by offering tools to produce professional-quality content with ease. Visit klingai.com to explore how Kling AI can bring your creative vision to life. |
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