Google has introduced Mixboard, an AI-driven mood board service that lets users generate and edit visual ideas from text prompts. The beta, available in the United States through Google Labs, leverages the company’s Nano Banana image‑editing model and Gemini AI. Mixboard aims to compete with Pinterest’s collage features and appeals to younger creators looking for quick, AI‑assisted design inspiration across home décor, events, fashion and more. Read more →

Character.AI, now led by CEO Karandeep Anand, has moved away from its original superintelligence ambitions to position itself as an AI entertainment platform. The company is transitioning to open‑source language models, introducing subscription and ad‑based revenue streams, and investing heavily in safety features for users under 18. With roughly 20 million monthly active users, the firm aims to monetize its large Gen Z audience while addressing regulatory and parental concerns about AI‑driven interactions. Read more →