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Anthropic Adds Claude Computer Use Feature for Pro and Max Subscribers on macOS
Anthropic has launched a research preview of Claude computer use for Pro and Max subscribers on macOS, enabling the AI assistant to control a computer and complete tasks autonomously.
Anghami Partners with Cyanite to Tag 2.5 Million Songs Using AI Metadata
Anghami has partnered with Cyanite to enrich 2.5 million songs with AI-generated metadata, improving music discovery and personalization across its MENA catalog of over 100 million tracks.
Rubrik Data Protection for Google Workspace Targets Enterprise Cyber Resilience
Rubrik Data Protection for Google Workspace launched March 23, 2026, offering immutable backups and rapid recovery for over 11 million enterprise users of Gmail and Google Drive.
Google AI Studio Launches Full-Stack Coding Agent with Firebase Integration
Google has upgraded Google AI Studio with the Antigravity coding agent and Firebase integration, enabling developers to build production-ready web apps from simple prompts.
OpenAI to Acquire Astral, Integrating Python Developer Tools Into Codex Ecosystem
OpenAI announced plans to acquire Astral, the company behind popular Python tools uv, Ruff, and ty, to accelerate development of its Codex platform. The deal is pending regulatory approval.
OpenAI Plans Desktop Superapp to Merge ChatGPT, Codex, and Atlas Browser
OpenAI plans to merge ChatGPT, Codex, and the Atlas browser into a single desktop superapp, citing fragmentation and competitive pressure from Anthropic.
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How OpenAI Codex Works: Agent Loop, Memory Management, and Multi-Surface Architecture
OpenAI Codex uses a three-layer architecture — an agent loop, layered prompt management, and a multi-surface App Server — to deliver a cloud-based coding agent across terminals, browsers, and IDEs.
Perplexity Launches Comet Browser iOS with Voice Mode and Deep Research
Perplexity has launched Comet Browser for iOS, bringing AI-powered voice search, Deep Research, and cross-device continuity to iPhone users via the App Store.
MiniMax M2.7 Model Launches on Agent Platform and API with Self-Improvement Capabilities
MiniMax has released its M2.7 model via the MiniMax Agent and API Platform, featuring reinforcement learning-based self-improvement and a 97% skill adherence rate across 40+ complex tasks.
Microsoft Unifies Consumer and Business Copilot Teams in Major Reorganization
Microsoft is merging its consumer and commercial Copilot teams under a single leadership structure. The move aims to create a unified product experience as the company works to boost adoption against rivals like ChatGPT and Gemini.
OpenAI Releases GPT-5.4 mini and nano: Faster Small Models for High-Volume Workloads
OpenAI released GPT-5.4 mini and GPT-5.4 nano on March 9, 2026, offering faster and cheaper alternatives to the full GPT-5.4 model. GPT-5.4 mini runs more than 2x faster than GPT-5 mini and costs $0.75 per 1M input tokens.
SalamAir Signs eSIM and e-Visa Partnership with UK-Based Arcube
SalamAir has partnered with UK-based Arcube to offer eSIM and e-Visa services to passengers, expanding its digital travel offerings beyond the flight.
Fractal Launches LLM Studio, an Enterprise Platform for Domain-Specific AI Models
Fractal has launched LLM Studio, an enterprise platform for building and operating domain-specific language models using NVIDIA NeMo and NIM microservices. The platform was showcased at NVIDIA GTC 2026 in California.
LG webOS Launches Ramadan and Eid Streaming Promotions Across the GCC
LG webOS has launched Ramadan and Eid streaming promotions across the GCC, offering free and discounted access to WATCH IT, OSN+, iQIYI, MBC SHAHID, and Yango Play for Smart TV users.
AWS Transform Mainframe Modernization Relies on AI and COBOL Experts, Executive Says
AWS Transform is accelerating mainframe modernization using AI, but VP Asa Kalavade says COBOL experts remain essential for validating translated code and defining transformation scope.
Manus Desktop App Launches My Computer Feature, Bringing AI Agents to Local Machines
Manus has launched My Computer, a feature within its Desktop app that lets an AI agent execute commands and manage files directly on a user’s local machine. The feature is available now for macOS and Windows.
Mistral Small 4 Unifies Reasoning, Multimodal, and Coding in One Open-Source Model
Mistral AI has released Mistral Small 4, an open-source model combining reasoning, multimodal, and coding capabilities under the Apache 2.0 license. The model delivers a 40% reduction in completion time and three times more throughput than its predecessor.
GoHighLevel Platform Consolidates Marketing Agency Tools Into One Subscription
GoHighLevel combines CRM, email, SMS, funnels, scheduling, and AI automation into one subscription starting at $97 per month, targeting marketing agencies managing multiple clients.
Nvidia Plans Open-Source AI Agent Platform Launch
Nvidia is preparing to launch an open-source platform for AI agents, according to sources familiar with the company’s plans. The move extends Nvidia’s strategy beyond hardware into AI software infrastructure.
Sentry Outlines Content Optimization for AI Agents Using HTTP Content Negotiation
Sentry published a technical overview describing how developers can use HTTP content negotiation to serve optimized content to AI agents. The approach relies on the Accept: text/markdown header to distinguish agent traffic from human browser requests.
Karpathy Autoresearch Explained: Five Lessons for Building Reliable AI Agents
Karpathy Autoresearch constrains an AI agent to a single file and a five-minute experiment budget, demonstrating that tight harnesses produce more reliable autonomous systems than open-ended agent designs.
LG Gallery+ Adds Over 300 Digital Artworks Through New Sedition Partnership
LG Electronics has partnered with digital art platform Sedition to add over 300 curated artworks to LG Gallery+, including exclusive pieces from six contemporary artists.