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Anthropic recently forced logged out many Claude users and removed payment methods due to a large-scale account security incident. Hackers used malware like Vidar and Lumma to steal session cookies, bypassing 2FA and passwords to hijack accounts. The focus shifted from stealing bank cards to harvesting expensive AI computing power and API quotas, which are monetized via shell websites or proxy API platforms. Anthropic took decisive action by revoking sessions and deleting credit cards. Users are advised to manually log out of all devices, clear browser cookies, and avoid unofficial software downloads to protect their digital assets.
Anthropic recently forced logged out many Claude users and removed payment methods due to a large-scale account security incident. Hackers used malware like Vidar and Lumma to steal session cookies, bypassing 2FA and passwords to hijack accounts. The focus shifted from stealing bank cards to harvesting expensive AI computing power and API quotas, which are monetized via shell websites or proxy API platforms. Anthropic took decisive action by revoking sessions and deleting credit cards. Users are advised to manually log out of all devices, clear browser cookies, and avoid unofficial software downloads to protect their digital assets.
OpenAI's second-highest-ranking executive Fidji Simo is stepping down from her full-time role due to a neuroimmune disease recurrence, transitioning to a part-time consultant. She joined the board in 2024 and became CEO of the applications division in May 2025. Her departure comes as ChatGPT growth slows and OpenAI prepares for a potential IPO amid fierce competition with Anthropic, adding uncertainty to strategic execution.
OpenAI's second-highest-ranking executive Fidji Simo is stepping down from her full-time role due to a neuroimmune disease recurrence, transitioning to a part-time consultant. She joined the board in 2024 and became CEO of the applications division in May 2025. Her departure comes as ChatGPT growth slows and OpenAI prepares for a potential IPO amid fierce competition with Anthropic, adding uncertainty to strategic execution.
Kuaishou AI closed a 3 billion USD funding round, reaching an 18 billion USD post-money valuation and setting a global record for AI video model funding. Led by CPE Yuanfeng, Tencent, and others, the round signals its transition to independent commercialization and industry confidence in AI-driven content production.
Kuaishou AI closed a 3 billion USD funding round, reaching an 18 billion USD post-money valuation and setting a global record for AI video model funding. Led by CPE Yuanfeng, Tencent, and others, the round signals its transition to independent commercialization and industry confidence in AI-driven content production.
Baidu Intelligent Cloud Qianfan stopped renewals for its AI coding service Coding Plan on June 25, 2026, only four months after launch. It will migrate to a new product Token Plan Personal Edition in early July 2026, shifting from fixed subscriptions to a flexible pay-as-you-go model.
Baidu Intelligent Cloud Qianfan stopped renewals for its AI coding service Coding Plan on June 25, 2026, only four months after launch. It will migrate to a new product Token Plan Personal Edition in early July 2026, shifting from fixed subscriptions to a flexible pay-as-you-go model.
Apple announced Siri AI at WWDC 2026 but blamed the EU Digital Markets Act for blocking a full rollout in Europe. Apple claims EU rules would force it to let third-party assistants access user data and control apps, undermining privacy. As a result, only macOS, watchOS, and visionOS in the EU will get partial updates later this year.
Apple announced Siri AI at WWDC 2026 but blamed the EU Digital Markets Act for blocking a full rollout in Europe. Apple claims EU rules would force it to let third-party assistants access user data and control apps, undermining privacy. As a result, only macOS, watchOS, and visionOS in the EU will get partial updates later this year.
OpenAI on June 2 2026 expanded its Codex agent tool beyond software engineering to knowledge workers introducing ready-to-use plugins for roles like data analysis and sales Codex weekly active users exceeded 5 million with knowledge workers growing three times faster than developers New Sites feature lets Codex output results as hosted websites via partners like Wix and Figma following a 4 billion joint venture to embed AI into enterprise workflows
OpenAI on June 2 2026 expanded its Codex agent tool beyond software engineering to knowledge workers introducing ready-to-use plugins for roles like data analysis and sales Codex weekly active users exceeded 5 million with knowledge workers growing three times faster than developers New Sites feature lets Codex output results as hosted websites via partners like Wix and Figma following a 4 billion joint venture to embed AI into enterprise workflows
OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO filing with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley targeting a September listing following a record valuation near $852 billion A recent legal win against cofounder Elon Musk removes a key hurdle However the company faces internal commercialization challenges and intense external competition from rivals like Anthropic and advancing open-source models The move aims to secure a financial moat for AI compute needs signaling a shift in the industry from fundraising to market validation
OpenAI is preparing for a potential IPO filing with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley targeting a September listing following a record valuation near $852 billion A recent legal win against cofounder Elon Musk removes a key hurdle However the company faces internal commercialization challenges and intense external competition from rivals like Anthropic and advancing open-source models The move aims to secure a financial moat for AI compute needs signaling a shift in the industry from fundraising to market validation
Google launches "Create My Widget" for Android, enabling users to customize home screen widgets via natural language commands through Gemini AI. The feature, set to debut on latest Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones this summer, integrates personal data from apps like Gmail and Calendar to create dynamic widgets for travel, fitness, and more. This marks a shift from AI as a conversational tool to a system-level personalization engine, enhancing Android's ecosystem with user-driven customization.
Google launches "Create My Widget" for Android, enabling users to customize home screen widgets via natural language commands through Gemini AI. The feature, set to debut on latest Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones this summer, integrates personal data from apps like Gmail and Calendar to create dynamic widgets for travel, fitness, and more. This marks a shift from AI as a conversational tool to a system-level personalization engine, enhancing Android's ecosystem with user-driven customization.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang mandates company-wide adoption of OpenAI's Codex programming tool based on GPT-5.5 technology. The initiative aims to enhance innovation and efficiency across all departments, with 10,000 employees already using it. NVIDIA and OpenAI will host online workshops to facilitate training and integration.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang mandates company-wide adoption of OpenAI's Codex programming tool based on GPT-5.5 technology. The initiative aims to enhance innovation and efficiency across all departments, with 10,000 employees already using it. NVIDIA and OpenAI will host online workshops to facilitate training and integration.
Twenty companies joined Crunchbases Unicorn Board in October adding 445 billion in value the highest monthly cohort valuation in three years Eleven new unicorns are US based AI led with four additions including top valued Reflection at 8B Three companies went public and three were acquired including Stytch by Twilio
Twenty companies joined Crunchbases Unicorn Board in October adding 445 billion in value the highest monthly cohort valuation in three years Eleven new unicorns are US based AI led with four additions including top valued Reflection at 8B Three companies went public and three were acquired including Stytch by Twilio
