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OpenAI Model Spec: Inside the Framework That Governs AI Behavior
OpenAI has detailed the structure and philosophy behind its Model Spec, the formal framework governing how its AI models behave across user queries. The document covers hard rules, overridable defaults, and a chain of command for resolving instruction conflicts.
Apple Rolls Out Age Verification Across UK Services
Apple activated age verification requirements across its UK services on March 25, 2026, requiring adults to confirm they are 18 or older to access certain features.
Denodo Joins Open Semantic Interchange to Standardize Data and AI Interoperability
Denodo has joined the Open Semantic Interchange, an open source initiative led by Snowflake to standardize semantic data definitions across AI and analytics platforms.
Apple’s App Privacy Report: The iPhone Privacy Tool Most Users Have Never Enabled
Apple’s App Privacy Report logs how often iPhone apps access your location, camera, and contacts — but most users have never turned it on. Here is how to enable it and what to look for.
Jentic Mini Launches as Free, Open Source Tool Giving AI Agents Access to Over 10,000 APIs
Jentic Mini launched on March 25, 2026, as a free, open source tool giving AI agents structured access to over 10,000 APIs. The self-hosted offering targets developers building with OpenClaw and other general-purpose agents.
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AWS Bahrain Region Disrupted Again by Drone Activity Amid Middle East Conflict
Amazon confirmed its AWS Bahrain region was disrupted by drone activity on March 23, 2026, the second such incident this month amid the Middle East conflict.
Samsung Quick Share Gains Apple AirDrop Compatibility on Galaxy S26
Samsung has added Apple AirDrop support to Quick Share on the Galaxy S26, starting in South Korea. A global rollout to multiple regions is planned.
Apple Launches Apple Business Platform on April 14 with Device Management, Email, and Maps Ads
Apple will launch Apple Business on April 14 in 200+ countries, consolidating device management, business email, and Maps advertising into one free platform. The service replaces Apple Business Connect, Essentials, and Manager.
Anthropic Adds Auto Mode to Claude Code, Letting AI Judge Its Own Actions
Anthropic has released Claude Code auto mode in research preview, allowing the AI to approve its own actions using a built-in safety layer. The feature rolls out to Enterprise and API users shortly.
OpenAI Releases Open Source Teen Safety Tools for App Developers
OpenAI released open source teen safety tools to help developers build safer apps for users under 18, covering harmful content, dangerous activities, and age-restricted material.
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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
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OpenAI plans to merge ChatGPT, Codex, and the Atlas browser into a single desktop superapp, citing fragmentation and competitive pressure from Anthropic.
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.