Trump’s push to rename AI as “super intelligence” runs into reality
Trump is pushing super intelligence as the new name for AI, but the rebrand faces legal, political and public resistance.
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Instinct’s text-message AI agent is holding its own as OpenAI and Meta close in
Instinct’s AI agent is holding up against OpenAI’s Dot and Meta’s Muse, but the startup now faces tougher competition and monetization questions.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Final 4-Day Window Opens Before Ticket Prices Rise
Disrupt 2026 starts in four days. Save up to $100 on tickets, get 50% off a second pass, or access a $75 Expo+ Pass before prices rise.
Alexa Plus gets smarter at home, but still falls short as a personal assistant
Alexa Plus is smarter in the home, but not reliable enough to run your life. Amazon’s AI assistant still struggles with memory, ads and agent tasks.
Law & Order Turns AI into a Murder Trial — and a Warning for Silicon Valley
Law & Order’s AI premiere turns a murder mystery into a sharp debate over AI accountability, corporate power and legal responsibility.
OpenAI Stands by Firings of Three Safety Researchers After Trust Probe
OpenAI defends firing three AI safety researchers, saying they breached trust. The dispute raises bigger questions about transparency and retaliation.
