Reading Time : 2 minutesOpenAI’s GPT-5 is now available to all ChatGPT users, from Free to Pro, with faster responses, smarter reasoning, and powerful integrations. Offering modes for both quick chats and deep analysis, GPT-5 reduces hallucinations, boosts performance in benchmarks, and introduces more customization, making it the most versatile AI in OpenAI’s history.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Taiwanese prosecutors have detained three individuals linked to TSMC over suspicions of attempting to steal its 2nm chip secrets. The arrests follow a new law protecting national technologies. This high-profile case could reshape how Taiwan defends its semiconductor industry from foreign and internal threats, as geopolitical tensions continue to grow in the region.
Reading Time : 2 minutes BlackRock has pulled $561 million from Bitcoin ETFs in a major portfolio rebalancing move. While not a complete retreat from crypto, the shift has stirred market speculation and underlined the importance of institutional decisions in the volatile digital asset space.
Reading Time : 2 minutes American Eagle’s stock surged 24% after Donald Trump praised a new ad featuring Sydney Sweeney. The campaign’s viral success and controversy sparked retail investor buzz, momentarily reversing the brand’s recent market decline.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Solana continues to outperform its rivals with over 26 million active addresses, securing its place as the leading blockchain in user activity. With fast transactions, low fees, and growing developer interest, it remains the top choice for many, despite concerns over bot activity and inflated metrics. Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Base trail far behind.
Reading Time : 2 minutesManus AI launches Wide Research, letting users command 100 agents in parallel. The swarm approach targets large-scale tasks like data analysis, product comparison, or design generation. It’s fast, powerful, and radically different from the deep-agent model—but critics are watching closely for proof of quality, and concerns over privacy linger.
Reading Time : 2 minutes A long-silent Bitcoin whale just transferred $9.6 billion in BTC after 14 years of inactivity, but the market held steady. Analysts say this move reflects crypto’s growing maturity and increasing institutional control, despite concerns tied to new U.S. regulations. Investors seem unfazed by the shift, hinting at a changing tide in Bitcoin’s power dynamics.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAnthropic’s Claude now leads the enterprise AI space with 32% share, surpassing OpenAI. Claude Opus 4’s coding strength, superior benchmarks, and a major shift in engineering talent are reshaping the competitive landscape. The enterprise AI market has doubled in size and Anthropic is emerging as its frontrunner.
Reading Time : 2 minutesMeta may close off its top AI model, Behemoth, after weak internal tests and new leadership at its Superintelligence Lab. While still claiming to support open AI, the company might pivot to closed systems, altering the industry balance.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Vogue’s August issue stirred controversy with a photorealistic AI model featured in a Guess ad. Many readers felt betrayed, arguing the shift to synthetic beauty undermines fashion’s soul. The backlash reflects growing unease about AI’s role in creative work, raising ethical concerns across the industry.
Reading Time : 2 minutesApple is closing its store in Dalian, China, on August 9, 2025. This marks its first-ever permanent retail exit in the country without opening a nearby replacement. The move suggests a strategic shift in Apple’s retail approach, even as it continues to expand in other parts of China like Shenzhen.
Reading Time : 2 minutesBrad Pitt’s F1 movie has roared past $500 million globally, marking a huge milestone. Despite its strong performance, the film hasn’t hit profitability yet, with a massive break-even point looming near $600 million.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Huawei’s CloudMatrix 384 takes aim at NVIDIA’s AI leadership with a cluster packing 384 Ascend 910C chips. Unveiled at WAIC 2025, it delivers more raw power but comes with trade-offs in energy and efficiency. Huawei’s strategy is scale over silicon, offering China an alternative to U.S.-controlled AI compute systems.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Galaxy Digital’s CEO believes Ethereum ETF approvals are closer than many think. While concerns remain over regulatory clarity, recent SEC moves hint at progress. If approvals follow Bitcoin’s lead, it could reshape the crypto market. Institutional investors are watching closely, and the timeline may accelerate more than expected.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAMD will start producing high-end CPUs at TSMC’s Arizona plant, accepting a 5–20% cost increase per wafer. CEO Lisa Su views this as a necessary price for supply chain resilience and future-proofing production amid global uncertainty.
