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  • Gmail Data Breach Rumors False, Says Google After Password Leak Reports

    Following allegations that millions of email credentials had been compromised, Google has refuted accusations of a significant security breach at Gmail. The business stressed that the accusations were not based on a fresh attack against Gmail but rather on a misinterpretation of previously stolen material that was making the rounds online.

    “Reports of a ‘Gmail security breach impacting millions of users’ are false,” Google’s official X account, News, said on October 28. Because of Gmail’s robust defences, users are always safe. According to the post, the false claims were caused by “a misunderstanding of infostealer databases,” which commonly aggregate information from different online credential theft events. Google claims that these collections don’t point to a new attack on Gmail or any other particular platform.

    Troy Hunt First Person to Report Breach in Gmail

    Troy Hunt, an Australian cybersecurity expert and the creator of the breach notification platform “Have I Been Pwned”, disclosed that a huge 3.5-terabyte database comprising over 183 million email credentials had leaked online, sparking the uproar. According to Hunt, the data may include Gmail accounts, among other providers, and is purportedly made up of information from multiple previous thefts.

    The New York Times brought the leak to the attention of the world by mentioning Hunt’s recommendation that visitors visit HaveIBeenPwned.com to see if their personal information has been exposed. The website allows users to enter their email addresses to check if they are listed in any known breaches and to obtain details about the time and location of the data exposure.

    Google Asks Users to Strengthen their Accounts

    Google reaffirmed its recommendation for customers to improve account security, even though it insists that Gmail has not been compromised. The internet giant advised everyone to reset credentials if they were found in public data sets, use passkeys as a safer substitute for passwords, and enable two-step verification. Additionally, Google stated that its security algorithms instantly identify and eliminate risks brought on by massive credential dumps, guaranteeing that impacted accounts are quickly resecured.

    Google and ChatGPT Locking Horns

    Alphabet’s market value plummeted by $150 billion on 21 October as a result of OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-powered web browser. This was one of the biggest one-day market reactions to a tech product launch this year. A mysterious six-second movie showcasing browser tabs was uploaded to X to make the announcement.

    CEO Sam Altman then said during a livestream that the browser is “a rare once-a-decade opportunity to rethink what a browser can be about.” Within hours following OpenAI’s statement, Alphabet shares dropped as much as 4.8% to $246.15, but they recovered considerably to settle down 2.4% at $250.46.

    Quick Shots

    •Google refuted claims of a major Gmail data breach
    involving millions of leaked passwords.

    •Company clarified the reports were based on old,
    previously stolen data, not a new hack.

    •Official statement on X (formerly Twitter):
    “Reports of a Gmail security breach are false.”

    •Troy Hunt, creator of Have I Been Pwned, first
    flagged a 3.5 TB leaked database with 183 million email credentials.

  • Google Signs 617,000 Sq Ft Office Lease at Gurugram’s Atrium Place, Expanding its Indian Presence

    The Economic Times reported that Google, a prominent US tech company, has leased over 617,000 square feet of office space at Atrium Place in Gurugram, one of the biggest office space agreements of 2025. The building, which was created in collaboration with DLF and Hines, represents Google’s ongoing foray into the corporate real estate sector in India.

    The deal is a component of Google’s long-term strategy to increase its footprint in the National Capital Region (NCR), even if the lease’s terms and financials are still unknown. The most recent agreement was reached months after the business leased 550,000 square feet from Table Space, a managed office provider in another commercial facility in Gurugram.

    India a Hot Spot for Google as it Renews Bangaluru Office Lease

    Google IT Services India extended its office lease at Bengaluru’s Bagmane Capital Business Park for a further five years in May 2025, paying INR 90 crore a year. The 870,000 square foot workspace is spread between two towers, Kyoto East and Kyoto West, and is next to Google Ananta, the company’s largest campus in India, which can accommodate 5,000 workers. Propstack records state that Google will pay INR 7.5 crore in rent each month, or INR 86.25 per square foot. Additionally, a total of INR 38 crore has been deposited as security, divided between the two towers.

    Google Also Renews Mumbai’s BKC Lease

    Google Cloud and Google India extended their office leases at the First International Financial Centre (FIFC) in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), one of the priciest corporate districts in India, in February 2025. The Mumbai contract, according to the property records Square Yards examined, spans two floors and 110,980 square feet. The monthly rent is INR 3.55 crore, and the lease will be in effect for five years beginning in June 2025. After three years, there is a 15% rent increase clause in the agreement. Google paid a security deposit of INR 9.64 crore, stamp duty of INR 1.87 crore, and registration fees of INR 30,000.

    Quick Shots

    •Google
    leases 617,000 sq ft at Atrium Place, one of the largest office deals in
    2025.

    •Atrium
    Place developed by DLF and Hines; part of Google’s strategy to grow its NCR
    footprint.

    •Google
    had earlier leased 550,000 sq ft from Table Space in Gurugram.

    •Mumbai
    lease includes INR 3.55 crore/month rent, INR 9.64 crore security deposit,
    and stamp duty of INR 1.87 crore.

    •Google is strengthening its
    presence in key Indian metros—Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Mumbai.

  • ChatGPT Browser Launch Costs Google $100B in Market Value

    Alphabet’s market value plummeted by $150 billion on 21 October as a result of OpenAI’s release of ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-powered web browser. This was one of the biggest one-day market reactions to a tech product launch this year. A mysterious six-second movie showcasing browser tabs was uploaded to X to make the announcement.

    CEO Sam Altman then said during a livestream that the browser is “a rare once-a-decade opportunity to rethink what a browser can be about.” Within hours following OpenAI’s statement, Alphabet shares dropped as much as 4.8% to $246.15, but they recovered considerably to settle down 2.4% at $250.46.

    OpenAI Directly Locking Horns with Google

    Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, positioned Atlas as more than just a rival to Chrome but as a revolutionary reinvention of web browsing. Nevertheless, it shares the Chromium core technology with Google Chrome. Atlas integrates ChatGPT directly into every webpage, removing the need for tab switching and copy-paste enquiries. It is now available on macOS, with mobile and Windows versions on the horizon.

    The browser’s defining feature is “agent mode”, in which AI uses your keyboard and cursor to perform intricate tasks like researching things, booking flights, and even editing documents while you watch or move on. Although free users can still use the basic browser, this capability is initially only available to Plus and Pro members. During the broadcast, Altman said, “We think AI represents a rare once-a-decade opportunity to rethink what a browser can be,” with programmers who had previously worked on Chrome and Firefox at his sides.

    Google Vs OpenAI Who will Dominate Web Browser Sector in Future?

    Market share for browsers is just one aspect of the stakes. Since AI answer engines provide direct answers rather than ad-filled results pages, they pose a challenge to Google’s whole business model, which depends on search advertising for the majority of its revenue. OpenAI has a sizeable existing audience that is prepared to move, with 800 million weekly ChatGPT users. Google isn’t sitting still; last month, it just escaped a court-ordered split of Chrome after integrating Gemini AI across the browser. Investors will be examining if AI competition is already undermining Google’s search dominance as third-quarter earnings draw near on October 29.

    Quick Shots

    •Alphabet’s
    market value fell by $150B on 21 October after OpenAI launched ChatGPT Atlas.

    •OpenAI
    released an AI-powered browser integrating ChatGPT directly into every
    webpage.

    •Sam
    Altman called it a “once-a-decade opportunity to rethink what a browser can
    be about.”

    •Alphabet
    shares dropped 4.8% intraday, closing down 2.4% at $250.46.

    •Atlas
    includes “agent mode,” letting AI perform tasks like research, booking
    flights, and document editing.

    •Initially on macOS; mobile and
    Windows versions coming soon.

  • Apple Exec Jumps Ship to Meta Amid Intensifying AI Talent War

    According to Bloomberg News on 15 October, which cited sources with knowledge of the situation, Apple’s Ke Yang, the recently hired CEO spearheading an initiative to create an AI-driven online search similar to ChatGPT, is leaving to join Meta. According to the story, Yang was only a few weeks ago named leader of the Answers, Knowledge and Information, or AKI, team, which is at the heart of the March redesign of the Siri voice assistant. Yang’s LinkedIn page states that he has been employed with Apple since 2019.

    Meta Continues it Poaching Spree                     

    By aggressively hiring to compete with competitors like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, Meta has escalated the talent battle in Silicon Valley as tech companies heavily invest in AI in the race to superintelligence. Bloomberg News previously claimed that Robby Walker and Ruoming Pang were among the top AI executives that the Mark Zuckerberg-led business had previously snatched from the iPhone manufacturer.

    Apple pivots from Vision Air to next-gen smart glasses to take on Meta

    After dominating the high-end smartphone market, Apple is now attempting to compete with Meta and offer something different. Apple analyst Mark Gurman claims that the corporation is prepared to abandon all of its plans for the Apple Vision Air and instead focus on introducing smart glasses for consumers.

    With their AR/VR capabilities, these glasses will function as a more portable gadget that stands out from the competition. According to early speculations, Apple will release two versions of the device simultaneously: one with and one without a display. Let’s take a quick look at everything that is currently available regarding Apple’s impending smart glasses.

    Apple Smart Glasses to have Two Variants

    There will be two versions of the Apple Smart Glass: one with and one without a display. For seamless operation, the iPhone will be linked with the no-display one. There are rumours that the gadget will come with voice, camera, microphone, and artificial intelligence capabilities.

    With this one, it’s likely that we’ll get to experience Siri on steroids. In addition, the gadget will have health monitoring capabilities, allowing end users to have a highly personalised experience. At debut, the glasses will come in a variety of colours and styles.

    Quick
    Shots

    •Apple exec Ke Yang leaves to join
    Meta, intensifying the AI talent war in Silicon Valley.

    •Yang was recently appointed CEO of
    Apple’s AKI team, leading AI-driven search and Siri redesign.

    •Meta continues aggressive poaching of
    top AI talent from Apple, competing with OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic.

    •Apple abandons Vision Air project,
    shifting focus to next-gen smart glasses to rival Meta.

    •Smart glasses expected in two
    versions: one with a display and one without.

    •No-display variant will pair with
    iPhone and offer voice, camera, AI, and health monitoring features.

    •AR/VR capabilities aim to create a
    portable, personalized user experience.

  • Google’s Andhra Investment a ‘Historic Loss’ for Karnataka, Says JD(S)

    The ruling Congress government in Karnataka has come under fire from opposition parties after Andhra Pradesh and Google inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 14 to build a top-notch AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. More than one lakh jobs are anticipated to be created by the $15 billion project, which is Google’s biggest investment outside of the US.

    Dr K Sudhakar, a former health minister and Chikkaballapura MP, stated on X that Andhra gains when Karnataka loses! Once the go-to place for multinational tech companies, Bengaluru and Karnataka are losing ground as a result of the Congress government’s indifference, haughtiness, and policy gridlock. Karnataka watches as jobs and opportunity shift to other places, while Andhra draws top-tier investments. Karnataka’s youth demand improved confidence, clarity, and governance.

    Political Players Calling it End of Tech Era for Bangalore

    Arvind Bellad, the deputy leader of the opposition, also blasted the current administration for all of the opportunities that were lost. “Bengaluru, which was once the Silicon Capital, is losing investors because of policy paralysis and arrogance,” he said. Instead of encouraging growth, ministers harm businesses. Karnataka’s economic narrative has been transformed into a governance catastrophe by the government.

    DK Shivakumar, the deputy chief minister, stated that he does not wish to respond to Andhra minister Nara Lokesh or anybody else. Bengaluru and Karnataka are unmatched. Bengaluru offers everything, from human resources and infrastructure to startups and innovation. There are about 25 lakh employees, including 2 lakh foreigners. The Centre receives 39–40% of its revenue from Bengaluru.

    Shivakumar added further that every day, he gets calls from leaders all over the world, and we talk about their needs. Many international businesses that previously operated out of rented offices are increasingly establishing campuses of their own. That is Bengaluru’s might. It is unmatched by any state in the nation.

    Janta Dal Calling it a ‘Big Blow’ to Karnataka

    The loss of Google’s AI project was referred to as a “major blow” to Karnataka by the Janata Dal (Secular), which cited missing investment possibilities and insufficient infrastructure. “The state loses the Google AI hub to Andhra Pradesh,” the party wrote in a tweet. Due to carelessness, Karnataka loses a project worth INR 1.3 lakh crore.

    A significant initiative that Karnataka missed out on: Google signs an MOU with Andhra Pradesh to establish #AIHub in Visakhapatnam, pledging INR 10,000 crore annually and 30,000 jobs. If a business-friendly atmosphere isn’t guaranteed, entrepreneurs might depart.

    Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge expressed doubts about the sustainability of Andhra Pradesh’s incentives, which included subsidised land and water bills, free transmission, 100% GST reimbursement, and subsidies of INR 22,000 crore. “The ‘Global Investors Summit’ would not have drawn INR 10 lakh crore in investments this year if IT companies were leaving Karnataka,” said Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara.

    Quick
    Shots

    •Google inks $15 billion MoU with
    Andhra Pradesh to set up a world-class AI data centre in Visakhapatnam.

    •The project is expected to create
    over 1 lakh jobs, marking Google’s largest investment outside the US.

    •JD(S) and BJP leaders call it a
    “historic loss” and “major blow” for Karnataka.

    •Criticism mounts on Karnataka’s
    Congress government over policy paralysis and investor flight.

  • Google to Invest $15 Billion in Mega Data Center Cluster in Visakhapatnam

    According to reports, Google intends to invest $15 billion, or around INR 88,774.2 crore, to construct a data centre cluster with a 1 GW capacity spread across three campuses in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. According to sources cited by ET, the cluster will have three data centre campuses with high-capacity underwater cables, specialised cable landing stations, and a vast network of metro fibre and telecommunications lines.

    The data centres will be a key component of India’s aspirations to become a global powerhouse for digital and artificial intelligence infrastructure, and they are anticipated to be operational by July 2028. On October 14, Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh is scheduled to conclude the deal with Google executives. The State Investment Promotion Board, which is led by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, will sanction the project today, the newspaper also stated.

    Google’s Visakhapatnam’s Data Centre Cluster to be Asia’s Largest Centre

    According to reports, Visakhapatnam’s data centre cluster would be the biggest in Asia. Alphabet was reportedly on track to invest $6 billion in Andhra Pradesh to construct a 1 GW data centre and related power infrastructure in July. “We’ve made certain announcements like Sify (a 550 MW data centre to be built in the state), which are public,” Lokesh told Reuters at the time. Some announcements are not yet available to the general public. We will make such announcements in October.

    This occurs at a time when the need for data centres is increasing due to the rapid adoption of AI and the growing prevalence of smartphones. The data centre industry in India is expected to increase from $4.5 billion in 2023 to $9.3 billion by 2027 and over $11.6 billion by 2032, making it one of the largest markets in terms of smartphone usage and AI adoption.

    OpenAI, the parent company of ChatGPT, is also seeking to establish a data centre in India with a minimum capacity of 1 GW, while Reliance is constructing a data centre in Jamnagar. After Sam Altman’s trip to India, the new facility would be finalised, which would be a significant step forward for “Startgate” in Asia.

    Quick Shots

    •Google to invest $10 billion (INR 88,774.2 crore)
    to build a mega 1 GW data centre cluster in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.

    •The cluster will comprise three campuses with
    underwater cables, cable landing stations, and metro fibre networks.

    •Project expected to be operational by July 2028.

    •Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh to finalise
    the deal with Google executives on October 14.

    •State Investment Promotion Board, chaired by CM N.
    Chandrababu Naidu, to approve the project today.

    •The Visakhapatnam cluster will be Asia’s largest
    data centre.

  • Google Offers up to INR 26 Lakh Reward for Finding Security Flaws in its AI Systems

    To identify and address security vulnerabilities in its artificial intelligence (AI) systems, Google has started a new incentive programme. The organisation is rewarding those who find significant flaws that have the potential to cause actual harm with incentives of up to $30,000 (about INR 26 lakh).

    Rogue actions—situations in which an AI system is deceived into performing an action it shouldn’t—are the focus of this new AI bug reward programme. Examples include a secret command that compels an AI to summarise a user’s private emails and forward them to an attacker, or an AI question that might cause Google Home to unlock a door.

    Google has given precise examples of what constitutes an AI bug. These comprise any flaw that allows a huge language model or other generative AI tool to be exploited to get around security, change data, or do undesirable behaviours. For example, in the past, researchers discovered vulnerabilities that made it possible to manipulate smart home equipment by manipulating calendar events, opening shutters, or turning off lights without authorisation. Keep in mind that not all AI problems will result in compensation.

    It isn’t enough to just make Gemini make a mistake or produce unpleasant text. Instead, these kinds of problems ought to be reported via Google’s AI products’ regular feedback features, which allow safety teams to examine and correct model behaviour over time.

    CodeMender by Google

    In addition to the recently launched bug bounty programme, Google also unveiled CodeMender, an AI agent that automatically fixes security vulnerabilities in code. According to the business, 72 vulnerabilities in open-source projects have already been fixed by CodeMender after it was reviewed by human specialists.

    Serious rogue action defects in Google’s main products, including Search, Gemini Apps, Gmail, and Drive, are eligible for the top award of $20,000. The sum can reach $30,000 with bonuses for exceptionally creative or high-quality reports. Smaller problems or faults in other products, such as NotebookLM or Jules, are eligible for lower awards.

    Researchers have already made over $400,000 from Google’s AI-related reports in the past two years. Simply put, this new initiative makes things more competitive and official. Our daily lives are increasingly involving AI technologies.

    They can be found in home appliances, laptops, phones, and even the instruments we use at work. Attackers can become more inventive as these systems become more powerful. In essence, Google is promising that we will compensate someone who can break it before the bad people do.

    Quick
    Shots

    •Bugs include AI being tricked to perform harmful or
    unintended actions, e.g., exposing private data or controlling smart devices.

    •Flaws that allow large language models or
    generative AI tools to bypass security, alter data, or behave undesirably.

    •Google’s AI agent automatically fixes
    vulnerabilities; 72 open-source issues resolved so far.

    •Serious defects in Search, Gemini, Gmail, Drive
    eligible for $20k–$30k; smaller flaws in other products get lower awards.

  • Google Layoffs Over 100 Design Jobs Amid AI-Focused Restructuring

    According to a CNBC story, Google has let go of over 100 workers in design-related positions. Employees in the cloud division’s “platform and service experience” and “quantitative user experience research” teams, as well as a few other departments, were impacted by the layoffs that occurred earlier this week.

    These positions are renowned for using data, surveys, and research to analyse user behaviour in order to inform product design. According to the report, many of the job losses affected US-based staff, and some cloud design teams saw their numbers cut in half. Some impacted employees have been given until the beginning of December to look for other positions within Google.

    Layoffs Part of Google’s Restructuring Programme

    The most recent round of layoffs is a component of Google’s continuous reorganisation as it makes greater strides towards artificial intelligence. The business has been investing more in AI infrastructure and reallocating resources from some positions to those it believes are more important for expansion.

    More than 200 contractors who worked on AI tools like Gemini and AI Overviews were also let go, according to an article published by Wired last month. Workers’ worries about poor pay, job insecurity, and escalating conflicts between employees and management were brought to light in that report. Some workers claimed that protests over working conditions were the reason behind the job losses.

    The design teams’ layoffs are not an isolated incident. In order to concentrate on areas that are essential to our business and secure our long-term success, Google cut employees in its cloud division earlier this year.

    Google Making Small Changes to Improve Collaborations

    Google stated in remarks to Reuters that it is implementing “small changes” across all teams to enhance customer service and teamwork. However, a variety of departments have been impacted by these developments. Employees in the fields of human resources, hardware, search, advertising, marketing, finance, and commerce have been eligible for voluntary leave packages since the start of 2025.

    Additionally, Google has been reducing the number of management tiers. Reports state that the organisation has cut middle managers—especially those in charge of small teams—by more than a third. The company’s ambition to expedite decision-making and optimise operations while allocating resources to AI development is reflected in the restructuring. Google is still one of the biggest employers in the tech industry in spite of the layoffs.

    According to a February regulatory filing, the corporation has 183,323 employees as of December 2024. The recent layoffs are a part of a larger trend in the tech sector, where a number of businesses are laying off employees in order to minimise expenses and redirect funds to automation and artificial intelligence.

    Quick
    Shots

    •Many affected employees were US-based; some cloud
    design teams saw headcount halved.

    •Some impacted staff have until early December to
    find other positions within Google.

    •Layoffs align with Google’s shift toward AI,
    reallocating resources to priority areas.

    •Over 200 AI tool contractors (e.g., Gemini, AI
    Overviews) were also let go earlier.

  • Ex-Google CEO Criticizes Work From Home, Says it’s “Killing Growth” and Affecting Work-Life Balance

    According to Business Insider, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has expressed concerns about the expanding trend of flexible employment once more, stating that it may be eroding the tech industry’s competitive advantage. Schmidt said in an interview with the “All-In” podcast that working from home hinders learning and that placing too much focus on “work-life balance” could hurt competitiveness.

    Schmidt asserted that success in the tech industry necessitates making compromises, pointing out that crucial components like innovation, mentorship, and teamwork suffer in remote settings. The comments reaffirm Schmidt’s earlier criticism of Google’s flexible work rules, according to Business Insider. He said last year that the company’s remote work culture was one of the reasons it was lagging behind smaller, quicker-growing AI startups.

    Even though he later changed his mind, his most recent remarks show that he still believes that face-to-face collaboration is crucial for high-achieving teams.

    Schmidt Advocates Work From Office not WFH

    Schmidt stated earlier this month at the All-In Summit that he is not in favour of working from home. His remarks were featured in an episode of the “All-In” podcast that aired on September 24.

    Consider a 20-something who needs to understand how the world functions, Schmidt said, adding that during his early career at Sun Microsystems, he gained a lot of knowledge by listening to his more senior colleagues quarrel. “How do you recreate that in this new thing?” he wondered.

    Schmidt stated that he supports work-life balance and that this is the reason why people are employed by the government. “If you’re going to be in tech, and you’re going to win, you’re going to have to make some tradeoffs,” he stated.

    Schmidt Praises China’s Work Culture

    Although it is legally illegal, China’s demanding “996” work culture—which operates from 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week—is a major competitive threat to the US tech industry, as the former CEO of Google pointed out.

    Eric Schmidt pointed out that even though China has rules prohibiting such long workdays, many businesses and workers continue to follow this taxing schedule, which puts a lot of pressure on US companies to compete. Schmidt’s opinions coincide with the IT sector’s ongoing struggle to manage the long-term effects of the remote and hybrid work arrangements that were implemented during the pandemic.

    Quick Shots

    •Schmidt
    argues that remote setups limit innovation, collaboration, and learning
    opportunities, especially for young professionals.

    •He
    advocates in-person collaboration as vital for building high-performing teams
    and maintaining industry leadership.

    •Schmidt
    believes success in tech requires sacrifices, suggesting work-life balance is
    less compatible with high growth.

    •He warns
    that China’s intense work ethic (9am–9pm, 6 days/week) poses a strong
    competitive challenge to U.S. tech firms.

    •Schmidt
    links Google’s slower growth to remote work policies, contrasting them with
    smaller, fast-growing AI startups.

  • Apple Developing AI-Powered Web Search for Siri to Compete with OpenAI and Perplexity

    Apple Inc. intends to increase rivalry with OpenAI and Perplexity AI Inc. by releasing its own AI-powered web search service the following year. According to a report by Bloomberg, the corporation is developing a new system that will be incorporated into the Siri voice assistant.

    This technology is internally referred to as World Knowledge Answers. Apple has also talked of ultimately integrating the technology into Spotlight, which is used to search from the iPhone home screen, and its Safari web browser. The article further reported that Apple plans to launch the service, which some executives have referred to as an “answer engine”, in the spring as part of a long-delayed update to Siri.

    World Knowledge Answers: How It Works

    Similar to ChatGPT, AI Overviews in Google Search, and a plethora of new apps, the goal is to make Siri and Apple’s operating systems a place where consumers can search the internet for information. Large language models, or LLMs, a crucial piece of technology supporting generative AI, will be the foundation of the strategy.

    Alphabet Inc.’s Google, Apple’s longstanding internet search partner, may contribute some of the underlying technology that makes the new Siri possible. According to the report, the businesses formally agreed this week for Apple to assess and test an AI model created by Google to support the voice assistant.

    Apple’s new search experience would feature an interface that utilises text, images, videos, and nearby points of interest. Additionally, compared to the present Siri, it will have an AI-powered summarisation mechanism that will make results easier to understand and more accurate.

    Current Phase of Siri

    Among other things, today’s Siri can respond to simple queries and offer information about famous people, occasions, films, and sports. However, it has trouble with more complicated enquiries and general knowledge searches, frequently returning results from ChatGPT or Google.

    The voice assistant, which was revolutionary when it was first introduced in 2011, has come to symbolise Apple’s artificial intelligence shortcomings. In order to better answer questions, the digital assistant will be able to access personal information and on-screen content as part of the long-awaited Siri update. Additionally, it will include improved voice navigation capabilities for consumers’ devices.

    How Apple Plans to Compete with OpenAI and Perplexity?

    Apple is now aiming to advance the update. The AI search capability is based on a technological update for Siri called Linwood and LLM Siri. The Siri group, directed by Craig Federighi, Apple’s head of software engineering; the AI division, led by John Giannandrea; and Apple’s services business, overseen by Eddy Cue, are among the team members working on the search endeavour. Under Federighi, Mike Rockwell, the man behind the Vision Pro headset, is leading the endeavour, while under Giannandrea, Robby Walker, a former Siri executive, is a major force behind the initiative.

    Quick
    Shots

    •Expected
    rollout in spring next year as part of a long-delayed Siri update.

    •Project
    internally called “World Knowledge Answers”

    •Planned
    for Siri, Spotlight, and Safari for a unified search experience.

    •Apple
    to test a Google AI model to enhance Siri’s performance.