Anthropic tests custom integrations for Claude using MCPs

Anthropic is testing custom integration support in Claude's web app via the Modular Component Protocol, enabling third-party tools and data connections without local setups, signaling a move toward broader modular and web-based deployments.

🗞 #claude

Google prepares new Gemini AI subnoscription tiers with possible Gemini Ultra plan

Google is preparing new Gemini AI subnoscription tiers, including a possible "Gemini Ultra" plan, with code references suggesting expanded access and usage limits. This move supports its growing push toward a subnoscription-based model.

🗞 #gemini

Meta tests new AI features including Reasoning and Voice Personalization

Meta is developing new features for its AI app, including a "Discover AIs" tab, a "Reasoning" mode for structured explanations, and voice settings like "Focus on my voice" and "Welcome message," aiming to expand customization options.

🗞 #meta

Anthropic launches Integrations and Advanced Research for Max users

Anthropic launches Integrations and Advanced Research mode for Claude, enabling access to remote MCP servers, web, Google Workspace, and business apps. Now in beta for Max, Team, and Enterprise plans, with web search live for all paid users.

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Microsoft Copilot starts testing Agent Actions and adds native image generation

Microsoft is advancing its Copilot app with native image generation via GPT-4o, code-level hints of an upcoming task automation feature for Windows, and evolving AI personas that support its strategy of integrating utility and branding.

🗞 #microsoftcopilot

Voice mode in Claude app nears launch with web search and file support

Claude’s voice mode is nearing release, offering real-time voice conversations with four voice options, web search support, file uploads, and organized responses. It relies on a push-to-talk system, allowing manual control during usage.

🗞 #claude

Comet AI browser by Perplexity aims to rival Chrome in May

Perplexity AI is set to launch its Comet browser, aiming to integrate AI deeply into browsing workflows for research tasks. With native data access, privacy features, and UI redesign, it positions itself as a challenger to Chrome and traditional search tools.

🗞 #perplexity

Google tests Computer Use tools and Cloud Run hosting in AI Studio

Leaked code suggests Google AI Studio may soon support “Computer Use,” enabling desktop-level control and containerised Gemma 3 deployment via Cloud Run, pointing to Google's broader push into local execution and serverless AI orchestration.

🗞 #aistudio

Google debuts Gemini 2.5 Pro I/O Edition with major upgrades for web development

Google released an early preview of Gemini 2.5 Pro I/O Edition, improving code generation and web app development. Now available via the Gemini app, API, AI Studio, and Vertex AI, it outperforms previous models in benchmarks and reliability.

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Windsurf debuts Wave 8 with focus on Enterprise features

Windsurf launched Wave 8 on May 6, 2025, introducing enterprise features for managing model access, integrating with GitHub and Netlify, sharing Cascade conversations internally, and improving administrative workflows and deployment tools.

🗞 #windsurf

Grok 3.5 rollout nears as xAI experiments with spatial UI for voice mode

xAI is preparing to launch Grok 3.5, featuring a redesigned voice mode UI, auto-launch settings, and new voice controls optimized for larger devices. Visual changes suggest possible steps toward AR-style integration and cross-platform alignment.

🗞 #grok

Mistral AI debuts Le Chat Enterprise and Mistral Medium 3 for business

Mistral AI launched Le Chat Enterprise and Mistral Medium 3, targeting organizational needs with scalable, customizable AI solutions focused on privacy, deployment flexibility, and seamless integration with enterprise systems.

🗞 #mistral

Gemini users may soon share Gems as Google begins testing

Google is developing a feature to share custom Gems in its Gemini ecosystem, addressing a key limitation. Intended for broader use, this update could support workflow scalability, though rollout details and scope remain unclear.

🗞 #gemini

xAI tests new Gork voice with satirical personality on Grok

xAI is introducing Gork, a sarcastic, edgy voice persona for Grok, mirroring a parody account backed by Elon Musk. Early tests suggest it runs on the upcoming Grok 3.5 model, emphasizing character-based responses and context tracking.

🗞 #grok

Microsoft released Pages for Copilot 🔥

"Meet Pages, your new editing BFF! No need to start from scratch - just hit "Edit this Response," highlight text, and tap "Ask" to tweak, expand, or polish your writing."

OpenAI released reinforcement fine-tuning with o4-mini, announced during the 12 Days of OpenAI in December!

Perplexity is developing natural language tab control for Comet browser

Perplexity is advancing its AI browser Comet with natural language controls for managing tabs and history. New features support multi-tab commands, tab grouping, and contextual search, pointing toward a conversational browsing model.

🗞 #perplexity

Google is developing Video Overviews feature for NotebookLM

Google is preparing to add video overviews to NotebookLM, using its Veo 2 model to summarize notebook content visually. A new “Editor’s Picks” section and a mobile app launch signal a shift toward public content sharing and cross-platform access.

🗞 #notebooklm

Google to unveil Imagen 4, Imagen 4 Ultra and Veo 3 models at I/O 2025

Google is set to unveil new versions of its Veo and Imagen models at the May 20 I/O conference, signaling advances in generative media. These updates suggest expanded capabilities across video, image synthesis, and multimodal applications.

🗞 #gemini