Google has launched a beta feature for its Gemini AI assistant called Personal Intelligence. The feature lets Gemini access a user’s Gmail, Photos, Search and YouTube history to deliver proactive, context‑aware answers. It is off by default, giving users the choice to connect their apps. Gemini can combine text, images and video to answer queries such as locating a tire size from a photo or planning a trip based on past emails and travel photos. The company says the model only references personal data without using it for training and includes safeguards for sensitive topics. The rollout begins with Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers in the United States, with plans to expand to more regions and to the free tier. Leer más →

Merriam-Webster has selected “slop” as its 2025 word of the year, defining it as low‑quality digital content produced in large volumes by artificial intelligence. The term captures growing concerns about AI‑generated material flooding major online platforms such as YouTube, Wikipedia, Spotify and Pinterest. While some sites work to curb the spread, others—including Meta, OpenAI and Disney—are embracing AI‑driven video services. Merriam-Webster also highlighted other notable words from the year, underscoring the cultural impact of AI on language and internet culture. Leer más →

Apple released its annual ranking of the most downloaded free iPhone apps in the United States, and OpenAI’s ChatGPT claimed the top spot for 2025. The AI chatbot surpassed popular platforms such as Threads, Google, TikTok, WhatsApp, Instagram, and YouTube. The list highlights the rapid adoption of artificial‑intelligence tools on mobile devices, underscoring ChatGPT’s shift from a niche product to a mainstream utility that now outpaces traditional social and search apps. Leer más →

The European Commission has launched an antitrust probe into Google’s AI‑driven search tools, focusing on its AI Overviews and AI Mode. Regulators will examine whether Google uses website and YouTube content to generate AI answers without compensating publishers, and whether it imposes unfair terms that limit competitors’ access to that data. The investigation aims to assess potential harms to competition in the AI market and to determine if Google’s practices restrict rival AI firms from using the same content. Google has defended its approach, saying it will work with news and creative industries as AI evolves. Leer más →

The European Commission has launched an antitrust investigation into Google’s AI services, focusing on whether the company used web publishers’ content for its AI Overview and AI Mode tools without proper compensation or an opt‑out option. The probe also examines Google’s use of YouTube‑uploaded material to train generative AI models, raising concerns about fairness to creators and competitive disadvantages for rival AI developers. EU officials stress that innovation must not undermine core societal principles, while Google warns the investigation could hinder a competitive market. Leer más →

Agentio, a platform that connects brands with YouTube creators for sponsored videos, announced a $40 million Series B funding round led by Forerunner. The startup, founded by former Cameo president Arthur Leopold and ex-Spotify engineer Jonathan Meyers, aims to expand its AI‑powered ad buying tools to additional platforms such as Meta, TikTok, and Snap. Recent growth includes a five‑fold increase in revenue since its last round, a dramatic reduction in creator bid times, and strong performance metrics from brands like Bombas. Agentio plans to grow its team and broaden its creator‑brand matching capabilities across new social channels. Leer más →

YouTube has denied that artificial intelligence was used to remove recent tech tutorial videos, a claim that sparked concern among creators. The controversy centered on a creator known as White, whose channel grew to around 330,000 subscribers after a popular video showing a Windows 11 workaround. White speculated that AI might be influencing moderation but cited a seemingly automated chatbot as evidence. He noted past instances where videos were flagged but quickly reinstated after human review. The uncertainty has left creators uneasy about what content may be subject to removal. Leer más →

OpenAI’s video generation tool Sora can produce realistic deepfake videos of public figures and copyrighted characters, exposing gaps in current detection and labeling systems. Although the platform embeds Content Credentials from the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA), these metadata tags are not visible to most users and are often stripped before sharing on social media. Platforms such as Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and X have provided limited or no visible labeling, leaving the public vulnerable to misinformation. Experts argue that metadata alone is insufficient and call for broader industry adoption and regulatory action. Leer más →

YouTube has introduced a new AI‑powered detection feature that lets creators in its Partner Program locate and flag videos that use their likeness without permission. After confirming their identity, creators can review flagged content in a new Content Detection tab within YouTube Studio and request removal of unauthorized AI‑generated videos. The rollout begins with an initial group of creators and will expand over the coming months. The tool, similar to Content ID, first appeared in a pilot with talent represented by Creative Artists Agency and joins other recent policies that require labeling of AI‑generated material and restrict AI‑mimicked music. Leer más →

YouTube is beginning to roll out a new likeness detection feature aimed at identifying and removing videos that alter a person’s facial appearance with artificial intelligence. The tool, initially available to members of the YouTube Partner Program, requires creators to submit a government ID and a short selfie for verification. It works similarly to Content ID by scanning uploads for facial matches, allowing individuals to flag infringing content for removal. The system currently focuses only on visual modifications and does not address AI‑altered voices. Leer más →

YouTube is rolling out a beta likeness detection tool that aims to identify AI‑generated videos that misuse a creator’s face. The feature, similar to the platform’s copyright detection system, requires creators to verify their identity with government ID and a facial video. Initially limited to a small group, the tool is now being offered to more eligible creators, giving them a way to protect their likeness from synthetic content that could spread misinformation or damage their brand. Leer más →

Google and the Department of Justice met in Washington to fine‑tune a federal court order that curtails the tech giant’s search practices. While the order aims to restore competition in the search market, Google argues that the imposed restrictions should not hamper the rollout of its Gemini AI app, especially when bundled with services like YouTube and Maps. The judge expressed concern that such bundling could give Google undue leverage, but also rejected the most aggressive DOJ proposals. Google maintains that its AI offerings are distinct from its search monopoly and should not be subject to the same remedies. Leer más →

YouTube Music is rolling out an experimental AI-powered feature called AI music hosts to a limited group of US users. Delivered through the newly branded YouTube Labs portal, the feature inserts commentary, fan trivia and related stories between songs, echoing Spotify's AI DJ. A new button appears next to the thumbs‑up and thumbs‑down controls in the now‑playing screen, letting listeners enable the interjections. The rollout appears tied to YouTube Premium subscriptions and follows a history of experimental tweaks such as higher audio quality and playback‑speed options. Leer más →

YouTube has introduced YouTube Labs, a testing platform that lets premium members try AI hosts for the Music app. The AI hosts provide relevant stories, fan trivia and commentary to deepen the listening experience. Participation is limited to a small group of U.S. users. The rollout follows YouTube's broader push of AI tools for creators, including spoken‑dialogue song generation, AI‑driven age verification and a version of Google’s AI overviews. Leer más →

Google TV now incorporates the company’s Gemini AI, letting users talk to their smart televisions. Viewers can request show recommendations, season recaps, homework help, recipes and more, using the same “Hey, Google” command that activates the mobile assistant. The Gemini for TV feature launches on select TCL models and will expand to other devices later in the year, while Google continues to embed Gemini across its ecosystem, including Chrome and YouTube creator tools. Industry observers note the move underscores Google’s shift toward AI‑driven services, even as it raises broader content‑generation concerns. Leer más →

A recent Worldpay survey of UK small‑ and medium‑size enterprises shows that more than half now turn to AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini for business guidance, with usage climbing to around 60% among owners aged 25‑34. Despite this shift, 93% continue to seek advice from personal contacts, valuing the emotional and ethical context humans provide. The study also highlights growing reliance on search engines and social platforms, while warning of AI’s limited industry insight, potential bias, and the danger of over‑reliance on unverified sources. Leer más →

After years of speculation dating back to 2017, Spotify is finally introducing lossless audio streaming. The new tier‑less offering will reach Premium subscribers across 50 markets, starting with regions such as the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany and Japan. Users will receive in‑app notifications, enable lossless in the media quality settings, and see an indicator when listening. Initial device support includes Sony, Bose, Samsung and Sennheiser hardware, with Sonos and Amazon devices slated to follow. The service tops out at 24‑bit / 44.1 kHz FLAC, which is lower than the 24‑bit / 192 kHz offered by competitors like Apple Music, Tidal and Qobuz. YouTube remains the only major streaming platform without a lossless option. Leer más →

YouTube hosted a creator‑focused event to announce a range of new artificial‑intelligence features. The platform will soon offer an AI editor that turns raw footage into a polished draft with music, transitions and voiceover, as well as tools that generate English and Hindi voiceovers and transform dialogue into catchy Shorts soundtracks. Expanded Veo 3 integration lets creators produce high‑quality videos from text prompts, while a conversational AI partner in YouTube Studio provides real‑time analytics insights. Additional updates include a multi‑creator collaboration feature, global rollout of these tools in the coming weeks, and A/B testing for video titles. Leer más →

YouTube announced a suite of artificial‑intelligence features aimed at helping creators streamline production and improve performance. The flagship tool, Ask Studio, acts as a conversational analytics assistant that can summarize comments, suggest video ideas, and recommend title or thumbnail tweaks. A new A/B testing capability lets creators test combinations of thumbnails and titles to see which drives more watch time. Additional updates include auto‑dubbing with lip‑sync, a multi‑collaborator workflow for shared videos, and expanded thumbnail testing. Early‑access creators say the tools provide helpful guidance while still relying on their own audience knowledge. Leer más →

YouTube announced a suite of features aimed at turning the platform into a more robust shopping channel. The updates include AI‑powered product tagging that can automatically identify and label items mentioned in videos, brand links embedded in Shorts that direct viewers to product pages, and a system for swapping ad segments so creators can resell sponsorship slots. Testing for these tools is slated to begin early next year, with broader rollouts expected through 2026. Additional experiments will let top viewers purchase exclusive merch from creators, and the platform also hinted at upcoming livestream and AI enhancements for content creators. Leer más →