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OpenAI's first AI device could be a screen-free companion that brings ChatGPT into your home

OpenAI is reportedly developing a screen-free AI device designed to act as a personalised companion in the home, marking its first major hardware push. The project could redefine consumer AI gadgets, but it arrives as the company faces a high-profile legal dispute with Apple over alleged trade secret theft.

Apple vs OpenAI: ChatGPT maker denies trade secret theft claims, says lawsuit lacks evidence

OpenAI has strongly rejected Apple's allegations that it used confidential company information to build its hardware business, saying it is unaware of any evidence supporting the lawsuit. The case centres on two former Apple engineers and could shape the future of OpenAI's plans to enter the AI hardware market.

Apple vs OpenAI: Ex-employee accused of exploiting security bug to steal confidential data

Apple has accused a former engineer of exploiting a previously unknown security flaw to access confidential company files after joining OpenAI. The lawsuit alleges the employee downloaded sensitive information on unreleased products, reigniting concerns over insider threats, corporate espionage and the challenges of revoking access after employees leave.

Apple vs OpenAI: Why the lawsuit could become Sam Altman's biggest hardware setback yet

Apple has accused OpenAI of orchestrating the theft of confidential information through former employees, intensifying a legal battle that could reshape the race for AI-powered consumer devices. As OpenAI pushes deeper into hardware, the lawsuit threatens to become a significant obstacle to its ambitions beyond generative AI software.

Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets

Apple on Friday filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the artificial intelligence firm stole trade secrets to develop its own hardware device.

OpenAI, Google AI sales to blacklisted Chinese firms expose loopholes in US tech curbs

OpenAI and Google’s AI services reached Singapore-based subsidiaries of Chinese companies linked to the Pentagon blacklist, exposing regulatory blind spots and intensifying calls for stricter controls on the global export of advanced AI models.

OpenAI names GPT 5.6 the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft 365 Copilot amid partnership questions

Days after reports suggested Microsoft was leaning more heavily on its own AI models to reduce costs, OpenAI has reaffirmed the strength of its relationship with the tech giant. The company says its newly launched GPT 5.6 will become the preferred model powering Microsoft 365 Copilot across key productivity applications.

'I should have played long game': OpenAI executive Fidji Simo exits full-time role after medical leave

OpenAI chief of applications Fidji Simo is stepping down from her full-time role after an extended medical leave, citing the need to focus on recovery from a chronic illness. She will continue as a part-time adviser

OpenAI launches GPT-Live, its most natural voice AI for ChatGPT yet

OpenAI has introduced GPT-Live-1 and GPT-Live-1 mini, a new generation of conversational AI models designed for smoother, real-time voice interactions. The upgrade replaces ChatGPT's existing Advanced Voice Mode by default, while also laying the groundwork for longer conversations, live translation and more capable hands-free AI experiences.

OpenAI set for wider GPT-5.6 rollout after US government clearance

OpenAI confirmed that it is preparing to release GPT-5.6 more widely after receiving clearance from the US Department of Commerce. The move follows weeks of government testing and comes as the AI company explores closer ties with Washington amid growing scrutiny over advanced artificial intelligence development.