Tavus has introduced an innovative AI Santa experience that interacts with users by asking personalized questions and retaining knowledge of their interests, resulting in prolonged engaging conversations.
Unacademy's founder revealed that the company's value has fallen sharply to under $500 million, a steep decline of more than 85% from its peak valuation of $3.5 billion seen during the pandemic. The company is currently engaged in merger and acquisition talks as it navigates this significant downturn.
Google has introduced managed MCP servers designed to make its platforms inherently ready for AI agents. The initial rollout focuses on services like Maps and BigQuery, aiming to simplify complex integrations and enable AI agents to directly interact with real-world tools more efficiently.
Oboe has successfully raised $16 million from a16z to support its AI-powered app that enables users to create unlimited courses at no cost.
Google is piloting AI-generated summaries on certain Google News pages to provide readers with quick insights. This feature aims to give users additional context about the articles before they decide to read them, enhancing their browsing experience.
Reddit is rolling out verification badges exclusively to notable individuals, ensuring that users with checkmarks are genuinely recognizable public figures rather than just paying for the symbol.
YouTube TV plans to roll out new genre-based subscription packages in 2026, aimed at providing consumers with greater control over which content they subscribe to. Despite these new plans, users will maintain access to popular features such as unlimited DVR, multiview, key plays, and fantasy view, ensuring a comprehensive viewing experience.
The State Department, under Marco Rubio's direction, has banned the use of Calibri font, which was introduced by the department’s DEI office in 2023 to improve readability for the visually impaired. Rubio's memo specifies Times New Roman as the official font, aiming to "restore decorum and professionalism" to official documents during his tenure.
Google is developing two distinct AI-powered glasses models set to debut next year. One model offers screen-free interaction, featuring built-in speakers, microphones, and cameras to enable seamless communication with Google's AI, Gemini, and to capture photos. The second model integrates an in-lens display that's visible only to the wearer, providing features like turn-by-turn navigation and live closed captions.
Amazon has upgraded its Alexa+ service, transforming Echo device screens into comprehensive shopping centers. The new features include real-time delivery tracking, options for last-minute product additions, and curated gift ideas, making the shopping experience more seamless and interactive for users.
