OpenAI Acquires Software Applications, Enhancing Mac AI Integration

  1. OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, the creator of Sky, a natural language interface for Mac. The acquisition aims to integrate Sky's deep macOS capabilities into ChatGPT, making AI more intuitive, contextual, and action-oriented. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  2. Consensus is using GPT-5 and OpenAI’s Responses API to power a multi-agent research assistant. This tool reads, analyzes, and synthesizes evidence in minutes, aiding over 8 million researchers in accelerating scientific discovery. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  3. OpenAI's Korea Economic Blueprint outlines strategies for South Korea to scale trusted AI through sovereign capabilities and strategic partnerships. The blueprint aims to drive economic growth by leveraging AI technologies. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  4. TechCrunch has launched a new podcast called Build Mode, aimed at early-stage founders. Hosted by Startup Battlefield Editor Isabelle Johannessen, the podcast serves as a survival guide for navigating the challenges of building a company from scratch. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  5. San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie will be a featured speaker at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, held October 27-29 at Moscone West. This event marks a homecoming for both tech and the city that helped define it. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  6. Microsoft has launched CoPilot Mode for its Edge browser, closely following OpenAI's Atlas. This new feature is part of the growing trend of AI-powered browsers, enhancing user experience with AI capabilities. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  7. Apple has lost an antitrust lawsuit in the UK over App Store fees, as reported by the Financial Times. The company will now owe money to UK users, though the exact amount remains undisclosed. (Source: Engadget) Original
  8. The Game Developers Conference (GDC) is undergoing a significant overhaul, including lowering ticket prices and streamlining pass types. These changes aim to make the conference more accessible and engaging for attendees. (Source: Engadget) Original