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February 12, 2026
Siri AI Relaunch Faces Delays
Apple's redesigned AI-powered Siri is behind schedule due to testing issues like slow performance and query failures. Instead of a full March launch in iOS 26.4, features will roll out piecemeal across iOS 26.4, 26.5, and iOS 27. The update uses Google's Gemini models for chatbot-like capabilities.
Chrome Auto Browse: Wins and Crashes
Chrome's Auto Browse agent was tested for web surfing tasks. It demonstrated impressive capabilities in some areas. However, it also experienced spectacular failures.
Chrome Auto Browse Impresses and Fails
Chrome's Auto Browse agent autonomously surfs the web with impressive results. However, it also experiences spectacular crashes. Testing reveals both strengths and reliability issues.
xAI Unleashes Next Phase
xAI has launched the next phase of its AI development, introducing significant new advancements. This release expands capabilities for users and developers. Bonus content explains turning SOP documents into talking-head training videos.
RentAHuman: AI Hires Humans for Hype
RentAHuman platform lets AI agents hire humans to promote AI startups. The author tried it but found it overrun by bots seeking hype. It reinforces the AI promotion cycle rather than revolutionizing gig work.
AI Fuels Rise in Online Crimes
Cybersecurity researcher Anton Cherepanov spotted a suspicious file on VirusTotal. The file uses AI to simplify online crimes. Experts warn AI threats could intensify significantly.
AI Fuels Easier Online Crimes
Cybersecurity researcher Anton Cherepanov detected a suspicious file on VirusTotal. AI tools are simplifying online criminal activities. The trend risks escalating significantly.
AI Boosts Online Crimes
AI tools are simplifying online crimes, potentially worsening threats. Cybersecurity researcher Anton Cherepanov spotted a suspicious malware file on VirusTotal. The file appeared innocuous but raised alarms for malicious potential.
AI Agents Hire via RentAHuman
Author tests RentAHuman, a gig platform where AI agents hire humans to hype AI startups. It's bot-heavy and serves as an AI hype machine rather than innovative work. Humans become cogs in promotion.
GPT-5.3 Real-Time Coder
OpenAI launches GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark, the first real-time coding model. It delivers 15x faster generation with 128k context. Now in research preview for ChatGPT Pro users.
GPT-5.3 Real-Time Coding Model
OpenAI unveils GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark, the first real-time coding model. It delivers 15x faster generation and 128k context. Now in research preview for ChatGPT Pro users.
GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark: Real-Time Coding Model
OpenAI introduces GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark, its first real-time coding model. It delivers 15x faster generation and a 128k context window. The model is now available in research preview for ChatGPT Pro users.
GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark Real-Time Coding
OpenAI introduced GPT-5.3-Codex-Spark, the first real-time coding model. It offers 15x faster generation and 128k context length. Available in research preview for ChatGPT Pro users.
DeepSeek R1 Ignites Chinese AI
DeepSeek launched its R1 reasoning model in January 2025. This marked a pivotal shift for Chinese AI development. Firms have since accelerated open-source AI releases.
DeepSeek R1 Sparks Chinese AI Boom
DeepSeek released its R1 reasoning model in January 2025. This marked a turning point for Chinese AI development. Companies have since delivered repeated AI advancements.
China's Open-Source AI Surge
DeepSeek launched R1 reasoning model in January 2025, signaling a turning point for Chinese AI. Companies are rapidly advancing open-source models. Part of MIT's What's Next series on future trends.
Microsoft Builds Own AI to Cut OpenAI Reliance
Microsoft is developing powerful in-house AI models to achieve self-sufficiency and reduce dependence on OpenAI. This strategic shift follows a relationship reorganization in October last year. The company is now independently building its most advanced AI technology.
Anthropic Expands Claude Free Features vs ChatGPT Ads
Anthropic is opening premium features to free Claude users, including file creation/editing, third-party connectors, and Skills. This counters OpenAI's introduction of ads in free and low-tier ChatGPT. The strategy emphasizes ad-free experience with enhanced free capabilities.
Google Gemini 3.1 Pro Launch Imminent
Google appears set to release Gemini 3.1 Pro soon, with model references already spotted in related arenas. This follows recent launches like Zhipu's open-source GLM-5 and DeepSeek's upgraded model with larger context window.
Gemini Blocks Disney Content Post-IP Claim
Google Gemini and related tools now refuse Disney character generation requests after Disney's IP infringement notice. The update rolled out about two months after Disney's December cease-and-desist letter.