The Verge — AI
https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence · Editorial weight 7/10
OpenAI’s updated image generator can now pull information from the web
OpenAI's ChatGPT Images 2.0 now integrates web search into its image generation pipeline, enabling the model to retrieve real-time information and produce more contextually accurate visuals from single prompts. The update marks a shift toward multimodal reasoning in generative imagery.
Celebrities will be able to find and request removal of AI deepfakes on YouTube
YouTube is rolling out likeness detection to celebrities, letting public figures search for and flag AI deepfakes of themselves on the platform. The feature automates what was previously manual takedown work, shifting enforcement burden onto talent themselves.
Yelp is making its AI chatbot way more useful
Yelp upgraded its AI chatbot with new capabilities aimed at task completion, positioning the platform as a digital concierge. The move reflects broader industry efforts to shift AI from conversational novelty to practical utility for users seeking to book reservations, find services, and take action.
Fortnite developers can make AI characters now — just don’t try to date them
Epic Games rolled out a conversational AI tool for Fortnite creators to build interactive NPCs without hand-coding dialogue trees, expanding on last year's AI-voiced Darth Vader character. The feature lets players talk naturally with AI-generated characters on custom islands, marking a shift toward generative dialogue in game development.
Anthropic’s new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government’s good graces
Anthropic's new cybersecurity-focused model, Claude Mythos Preview, may ease tensions with the Trump administration after weeks of public criticism. The release signals potential rapprochement between the AI company and government officials concerned about national security.
This charming gadget writes bad AI poetry
The Poetry Camera is a physical gadget that generates AI poetry, combining appealing retro design with generative AI capabilities. The Verge's review highlights the tension between the device's charming aesthetics and the underwhelming quality of its AI-generated output.
Dairy Queen is putting an AI chatbot in its drive-thrus
Dairy Queen is deploying AI chatbots in drive-thrus across the US and Canada to streamline ordering and increase average transaction values. The rollout joins a broader trend of fast-food chains adopting conversational AI for customer-facing operations.
