ChatGPT’s mobile app hits new milestone of $3B in consumer spending
ChatGPT has surpassed $3 billion in worldwide consumer spending on mobile platforms as of this week, according to estimates from app intelligence firm Appfigures. This milestone reflects the total amount…
Why British politicians are flocking to American tech giants
The ongoing AI talent wars are intensifying, with companies aggressively recruiting both technical experts and seasoned leadership to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape. This trend extends beyond engineers, increasingly targeting…
Pickle Robot adds Tesla veteran as first CFO
Pickle Robot, a Massachusetts-based company specializing in autonomous robots for warehouse logistics, has appointed Jeff Evanson as its first Chief Financial Officer. The announcement comes shortly after reports surfaced of…
ChatGPT launches an app store, lets developers know it’s open for business
App developers now have the opportunity to integrate their services directly into ChatGPT, OpenAI announced Wednesday. The company has opened submissions for its new ChatGPT apps, allowing a wider range…
Instacart to pay $60M to settle FTC claims it deceived consumers
Instacart will pay $60 million in refunds to settle Federal Trade Commission (FTC) allegations of deceptive advertising practices. The FTC accused the grocery delivery service of misleading customers regarding delivery…
Apple becomes a debt collector with its new developer agreement
Apple recently updated its developer license agreement, granting the company expanded authority to collect fees and commissions from developers, including the ability to recoup funds directly from in-app purchases. This…
TikTok agrees to deal to cede control of US business to American investor group
TikTok has reached an agreement with a consortium of U.S. investors to restructure its American operations, effectively addressing longstanding national security concerns and averting a potential ban. The deal, announced…
First Voyage raises $2.5M for its AI companion that helps you build habits
A growing number of consumers are turning to artificial intelligence for companionship and self-improvement, leading to a surge in AI-powered apps. Startup First Voyage is entering this space with Momo…
Snapchat rolls out its end-of-year Recaps
Snapchat has begun distributing its annual Snap Recap to users, offering a personalized video compilation of their activity throughout 2025. The feature, rolling out this week, allows users to revisit…
Facebook Messenger’s desktop app is no more
The standalone Facebook Messenger desktop app is officially discontinued as of December 15, 2025. Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has ended support for the native applications on both Mac…