Apple has unveiled iOS 18.2, featuring AI tools like Genmoji for custom emojis and ChatGPT integration with Siri. Users can access the new capabilities through a waitlist. The update enhances app functionalities, allowing smart interactions and image creation using AI.

Donald Trump’s election as the 47th president is set to shift the landscape of AI regulation. He aims to dismantle Biden’s AI policies, seen as burdensome by some Republicans. This could lead to more lenient regulations and embolden state-level initiatives in AI governance.

Elon Musk pivoted right, supporting Trump despite past conflicts over climate issues. With significant contributions to Trump’s PAC, he’s positioned as a key adviser if appointed to head a new Department of Government Efficiency, potentially reshaping federal policies.

On election night, startups xAI and Perplexity showcased their AI chatbots. While Musk’s Grok faltered with incorrect information, Perplexity succeeded by providing real-time insights and reliable data, setting a new standard for AI in democratic processes.

OpenAI has acquired the domain Chat.com, which now redirects to its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. Registered in 1996, the domain was previously owned by Hubspot co-founder Dharmesh Shah, who bought it for $15.5 million. OpenAI’s acquisition enhances its portfolio of significant domain names.

Creating a convincing Kamala Harris audio deepfake was shockingly easy, costing just $5 and taking under two minutes. The process highlighted how generative AI has facilitated disinformation, raising concerns over the potential for harmful applications without real safeguards.

Nvidia has surpassed Apple to become the world’s largest company, driven by an 850% growth since late 2022, now valued at $3.43 trillion compared to Apple’s $3.38 trillion. This marks another shift in their rankings amidst a booming AI landscape.

Most AI chatbots avoided answering questions about U.S. election results, except for Grok on X (formerly Twitter), which provided erroneous information. Grok incorrectly claimed Trump won Ohio and North Carolina, despite ongoing vote counting, raising concerns over misinformation.