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Snap and Instacart Integrate ChatGPT API for Voice Features

OpenAI's ChatGPT API now supports speech-to-text capabilities, prompting major brands like Snap and Instacart to build new voice-powered tools into their platforms.

Microsoft Ends HoloLens 2 Production Without Announcing a Successor

Microsoft confirms the discontinuation of its enterprise-focused HoloLens 2 headset as competitors like Meta and Snap push forward with new AR hardware. The tech giant continues to provide software support through 2027 but remains silent on the possibility of a HoloLens 3.

Snap Launches Easy Lens to Generate AR Effects From Plain Text

Snap introduces Easy Lens, a tool that turns simple text descriptions into augmented reality Lenses, alongside other AI-powered creation tools in Lens Studio. The move aims to boost creator growth as the company faces mounting financial pressure.

Major Brands Integrate ChatGPT API for Shopping and Learning Features

Instacart, Shopify, Snap, and Quizlet are among the first to integrate OpenAI's new ChatGPT API into their consumer apps. The new commercial service allows businesses to build AI-powered features like personalized tutors and automated grocery shopping.

OpenAI Releases ChatGPT API to Help Businesses Integrate AI

OpenAI introduces a new API that allows businesses to integrate ChatGPT technology directly into their own apps and services. The API uses an optimized model called gpt-3.5-turbo, which significantly reduces operating costs for developers.

Snap Introduces My AI Chatbot for Snapchat Plus Subscribers

Snap launches an OpenAI-powered chatbot called My AI for its paid Snapchat+ users. The experimental feature offers recommendations but comes with a warning about potential inaccuracies.

Apple's Privacy Update Alters Ad Strategies Across Multiple Industries

Apple's App Tracking Transparency feature forces most iPhone users to opt out of ad tracking, significantly impacting the revenue and growth of major companies like Meta and Snap.