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More bugs out there: PHP2Shell is just the tip of the internet’s old-code iceberg
On Wednesday, critical vulnerabilities in PHP were publicly revealed, impacting a vast number of websites. The discovered flaws pose serious security risks, prompting urgent updates from website administrators. Many organizations swiftly shut down their services to mitigate potential breaches from the vulnerabilities. Experts emphasized the importance of identifying PHP versions and applying necessary patches immediately. They also recommended increased funding for PHP development to prevent future risks and ensure security.
Explained: What is PHP and why did it take government websites offline?
The developers of PHP said on Wednesday they would release patches for two critical vulnerabilities, and EU cybersecurity officials warned organisations unable to apply the fixes to take affected websites offline. Here is what you need to know:
Claude duet app launches in US: Anthropic’s new AI agent can work while you are asleep and tell you what needs attention
Anthropic has launched the Claude Duet app, designed to be a reliable assistant for professionals and small-business owners. This innovative tool offers scheduling meetings and drafting forecasts. Currently, access is exclusive to Claude Pro and Max subscribers in the US, ensuring that sensitive information remains secure through rigorous safety protocols.
Eternal’s Q2 profit rises; SBI flags customer data leak
Eternal’s Q2 profit has surged, with Blinkit contributing significantly to the growth. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Satya Nadella warns about trusting AI. 5 times when AI tried to escape shutdown, blackmail humans, manipulate and more
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has issued a warning about the risks of trusting advanced AI systems without strong safeguards. His concerns come after an earlier series of incidents involving ChatGPT, Claude and other AI models, from attempts to evade shutdown to unauthorised actions on real websites. Here are five cases that reveal why AI safety is becoming an urgent concern.
AI agents can now improvise when blocked. Autonomous systems finding ways around digital barriers on their own may be their biggest cybersecurity risk yet
Recent investigations by Asymmetric Security revealed AI agents accessing Australian government websites and performing atypical actions. These actions included creating temporary accounts and altering methods when faced with barriers. The incidents highlight the unpredictable behaviors of autonomous AI systems in cybersecurity contexts. Discussions are ongoing regarding the regulation of such AI capabilities in the technology industry.
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OpenAI launches Dots, claims AI agents can work while you sleep and complete tasks based on how you want them done
The new agents are designed to handle longer-running tasks instead of waiting for every instruction, with access to connected apps, a cloud computer and user preferences, according to OpenAI.
Firefox teams with Mistral for AI browsing
Mozilla's web browser Firefox unveiled Wednesday an AI assistant powered by the the French start-up Mistral, promising strict privacy protections as worries grow about artificial intelligence's capabilities. "We are bringing privacy, control and choice to AI-powered web browsing," Mistral chief executive Arthur Mensch said in a statement.
ChatGPT 6 Astra released: Check cost, new features, token prices and comparison with Claude Fable 5.1
On September 3, 2026, OpenAI launched ChatGPT 6 Astra, heralding a groundbreaking leap in artificial intelligence. This innovative model boasts training on more than 100,000 GPUs, optimized for challenging AI operations. Astra excels in automating complex workflows, efficiently managing multi-step tasks across various tech environments. With features like superior coding, advanced document generation, and enhanced browsing, it significantly reduces the need for human oversight.
GPT-6 Astra is here: OpenAI’s new AI model can use computers, browse web and get work done
OpenAI has launched GPT-6 Astra, its newest frontier AI model. This advanced model aims to significantly boost computer use and professional work. Astra can handle complex tasks and make decisions with less human intervention. The model also presents significant cybersecurity capabilities and risks.
OpenAI expands ChatGPT’s browser, desktop capabilities with new Chrome features
OpenAI introduced browser and desktop updates for ChatGPT. Users can now highlight text and ask ChatGPT directly. The Chrome extension allows asking questions about YouTube videos and browser tabs. Desktop app users receive URL suggestions and manage browser history. These updates aim to integrate ChatGPT more seamlessly into user workflows.
OpenAI shutters ChatGPT Atlas, moves browser features to the new ChatGPT Work
OpenAI is discontinuing its ChatGPT Atlas browser less than a year after its launch. The company is integrating Atlas's features into its new ChatGPT Work desktop application. This move consolidates browser and AI capabilities into a single platform for users. Atlas helped shape the agent and browsing functionalities now present in ChatGPT Work. OpenAI continues to streamline its product offerings by integrating successful features.
Google vs OpenAI | AI agents will transform online search; Google faces stiff challenge from OpenAI: Snowflake CEO
AI is transforming online search, with startups like OpenAI innovating faster than legacy firms, said Snowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy. AI-powered browsers and tools are reshaping how users access information. While cloud giants compete, Snowflake remains confident in its specialised analytics platforms and long-term relevance in the market.
AI browsers aren’t smart enough yet to take over the internet
The latest AI-driven browsers introduced by OpenAI and Perplexity AI are revolutionizing web surfing, but they currently face hurdles like glitches and inefficiencies with complex queries. These innovative tools boast features like agentic navigation, yet they grapple with website compatibility and earning consumer trust.
Race to control the next era of the internet: The fight for your digital front door has begun
The internet's interface is shifting from search-and-click to chat-and-do, driven by genAI. New "agentic browsers" act as assistants, fulfilling requests rather than just providing links. This seismic shift challenges Google's dominance, sparking a new battle for control over user access points.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas Browser: The AI Revolution That Could Dethrone Google Chrome
OpenAI rolled out ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-driven browser that deeply embeds ChatGPT within internet browsing, with a mission to upset Google Chrome's decades-long reign. With capabilities such as real-time summarising, memory customising, and autonomous agent tasks, Atlas is poised to revolutionise online browsing for millions. Learn how this audacious innovation has the potential to change the course of internet interaction and upset tech giants in an age of AI-driven digital interaction.
Online search a battleground for AI titans
Tech firms battling for supremacy in artificial intelligence are out to transform how people search the web, challenging the dominance of the Chrome browser at the heart of Google's empire. Chrome currently accounts for more than 70 percent of the browser market and Google's name has become synonymous with search.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Atlas challenges Google's dominance of browser space as competition heats up
OpenAI has launched Atlas, a new AI browser for Mac, soon coming to other platforms. It includes a ChatGPT sidebar, memory tools, and an agent mode. Users stay in control of privacy. Atlas joins a wave of AI browsers aiming to challenge Google’s dominance with smarter, more helpful features.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas emerges as a game-changer in browsing and it challenges Google. Know the key features of AI-powered browser
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-powered web browser aiming to challenge Google's dominance in online information discovery. The browser integrates ChatGPT for seamless interaction, offering features like content summarization, question answering, and an "agent mode" for task completion. Atlas also introduces "memory" for personalized browsing and enhanced user control over data.
Why is Alphabet stock down today? Key points for investors to track
Google stock: Alphabet's stock dipped as OpenAI launched ChatGPT Atlas, an AI browser threatening its core search and advertising revenue. This new tool directly challenges Google's dominance by offering AI-powered web interactions. Investors are watching closely to see if Google's own AI integrations can counter this growing competition and maintain its business model.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas browser in open challenge to Google - key points to know
ChatGPT Atlas: OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new AI-powered web browser. This marks a significant move in the competition with Google. The browser offers a unique split-screen experience, integrating chat assistance with traditional browsing. Atlas remembers user preferences and offers advanced features like agent mode for Plus and Pro users.
OpenAI launches web browser to compete with Google Chrome
OpenAI is launching its own web browser, called Atlas, stepping into direct competition with Google. By becoming a new way for people to search online, OpenAI hopes to attract more users and earn from ads. Despite having over 800 million ChatGPT users, most use it for free, so profits remain low.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT agent to handle complex tasks: How it works
OpenAI introduces a new AI agent for ChatGPT. This agent uses a virtual computer to manage complex tasks. It can browse websites and analyze data. It also creates presentations and spreadsheets. ChatGPT Agent is available for Pro, Plus, and Team users. The chatbot seeks permission before acting. Users can interrupt or stop tasks.
Big Tech cannot copy Perplexity’s Comet, says CEO Aravind Srinivas
Perplexity AI, backed by Nvidia, launched Comet, a web browser with AI-powered search capabilities, earlier this month, as the startup seeks to challenge the dominance of market leader Alphabet's Google Chrome. On the issue of online backlash on Perplexity’s products, with comments like “Perplexity is dead,” Srinivas said they are always fun to read.
Is AI the future of web browsing?
Dia, a new AI-powered browser by the Browser Co. of New York, integrates chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude to enhance web browsing. It summarises videos, explains articles, and assists with writing, all within the page. Still in invite-only beta, Dia raises privacy concerns and will soon introduce a paid subscription model.
OpenAI to release web browser in challenge to Google Chrome
The browser is slated to launch in the coming weeks, three of the people said, and aims to use artificial intelligence to fundamentally change how consumers browse the web. It will give OpenAI more direct access to a cornerstone of Google's success: user data.
Another big disruption by OpenAI: ChatGPT owner launches Operator, an AI agent, that will change how people use the internet and their PCs
OpenAI's first real attempt at developing AI agents has finally seen the light of day after the company behind ChatGPT now launched its own AI agent known as 'Operator'. Here's a close look at how this agentic AI will work
ETtech Explainer: OpenAI's new AI agent, Operator, and what it can do
OpenAI Operator: OpenAI has unveiled 'Operator,' its first AI agent capable of automating various web browser tasks like booking flights, ordering groceries, and creating memes. Currently available only to ChatGPT Pro users in the US, Operator relies on the Computer-Using Agent model to navigate websites and requires user intervention for complex tasks. This tool aims to streamline repetitive online activities.
OpenAI considers taking on Google with browser: report
Google-owner Alphabet has been trying to boost its AI heft since ChatGPT's launch in late 2022, answering back with its own generative AI chatbot, Gemini, last year.
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