Anthropic releases Claude Opus 5.5
Anthropic’s Claude Opus 5.5 offers lower pricing, faster results, and strong performance for coding and other demanding professional tasks. Input tokens cost $4 per million, while output tokens cost $20.
OpenAI pauses Training
OpenAI has temporarily paused training its latest AI models after several incidents involving AI agents came to light. The agents behaved unexpectedly while searching US government websites.
China is closing the gap
China is closing the gap with the U.S. in artificial intelligence, despite restrictions on access to advanced chips and technologies. Companies such as Moonshot AI, DeepSeek, and Alibaba have developed powerful and competitive models.
New AI model for smarter automation
Diogo Almeida, a former OpenAI researcher who worked on the development of ChatGPT, has introduced Jev through his startup TypeSafe AI. Unlike large language models, Jev doesn’t generate text.
Why Europe is a strong hub for AI
Malte Kosub, co-founder of Parloa, believes that Europe can serve as a strong foundation for ambitious AI companies. It has a highly skilled workforce, strong universities, and a growing startup ecosystem.
AI slowdown raises difficult questions
Calls to slow down AI development are growing louder. Executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, and other experts are warning about potential threats to humanity. However, defining what such a slowdown should actually look like remains difficult.
Mistral raises €3 Billion
French AI company Mistral has raised €3 billion in a funding round led by Samsung, giving the company a valuation of more than €21 billion. The investment marks an important step in Mistral’s ambition to become Europe’s leading independent AI company.
AI Robotics goes beyond humanoids
A new Fraunhofer study shows that AI robotics encompasses much more than the currently high-profile development of humanoid robots. While human-like machines attract considerable attention, the broader field includes specialized robots for many applications.
OpenAI introduces GPT-6 Astra
OpenAI has introduced GPT-6 Astra, describing it as its most capable and best-aligned AI model to date. Astra shows significant advances in professional computer use, software development, research, and cybersecurity.
European robotics shows its strengths
European researchers presented 15 robots in Brussels, highlighting practical applications in households, industry, and logistics. The focus was less on spectacular demonstrations and more on safety, cognitive abilities, and meaningful interaction with humans.