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Amazon blocks Meta's Muse AI agent from shopping on its platform
Amazon has blocked Meta's Muse AI agent from shopping on its behalf, displaying a popup warning users that 'continued access by an unauthorized AI agent violates Amazon's Conditions of Use.' Meta reportedly did not notify Amazon before launching Muse's shopping capabilities. Amazon, which operates its own AI models and inference platform, has no legal obligation to grant Muse access.
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UN says AI safeguards can't wait for certainty
A United Nations scientific panel has warned that governments must begin reining in increasingly capable AI agents before their risks are fully understood, invoking a precautionary principle approach. The report, which also addresses OpenAI's hack of Hugging Face, cements AI firmly on the global diplomatic agenda as world leaders gather in New York.
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California tightens rules on AI data center energy and water use
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed seven new bills aimed at preventing AI data centers from passing utility costs onto residents. The legislation requires the California Public Utilities Commission to create a new rate classification for data centers and mandates that they pay for grid upgrades themselves.
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iPhone owners can now submit claims in Apple's $250 million Siri AI settlement
Apple is paying $250 million to settle claims that it failed to deliver a promised AI-upgraded Siri, and eligible US customers can now file claims. Those who purchased an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model between June 10th, 2024 and a cutoff date may be entitled to a payout.
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How to Improve Visibility Across Your Enterprise AI Ecosystem
AI adoption has outpaced governance in enterprise environments, creating a fundamental security gap where organisations cannot protect AI systems they cannot adequately monitor. Traditional monitoring tools are failing to track AI activity, and security teams need new strategies to regain visibility and control over their AI ecosystems.
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The man who built Apple's stores doesn't buy Silicon Valley's bet on AI shopping
Ron Johnson, the architect behind Apple's iconic retail stores, argues that Apple's enduring success comes from its people, not its technology — and is skeptical of Silicon Valley's push to replace human retail experiences with AI-driven shopping. His perspective offers a counterpoint to the wave of AI shopping agents now being deployed by major tech companies.
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Meta's Muse AI agent is outpacing ChatGPT's early mobile launch in downloads
Meta's new AI agent Muse has surpassed ChatGPT's early mobile growth, racking up more downloads and daily active users in the US and Canada over the same post-launch period, according to Appfigures estimates. Despite the impressive adoption numbers, Muse has already run into friction with Amazon blocking it from shopping on behalf of users.
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Google's $899 Googlebook is a bet that you'll buy a new laptop for Gemini
Google has introduced the Googlebook, an $899 AI-native laptop that deeply integrates Gemini into the cursor, dictation, widgets, and other core desktop features. The device represents Google's wager that consumers will invest in new hardware specifically to access tightly integrated AI experiences.
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Can John Ternus find Apple's next big thing?
Bloomberg's chief Apple correspondent Mark Gurman discusses the future of Apple under hardware chief John Ternus, including the company's AI ambitions and the direction of Siri and the iPhone. The conversation explores whether Apple can find its next transformative product amid heightened competition in the AI era.
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OpenAI forms math advisory group as its AI resolves more than 100 open problems
OpenAI has established a new mathematics advisory group following its AI's resolution of more than 100 previously open mathematical problems. The advisory group will not have authority to slow down or redirect OpenAI's ongoing mathematical research efforts.
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Multi-agent AI systems are taking over supply chain execution
Enterprise supply chains are increasingly turning to multi-agent AI systems to replace static dashboards and human approval bottlenecks in logistics operations. These autonomous systems can act within defined operational boundaries without waiting for weekly scheduling runs or manual sign-offs, dramatically accelerating execution speed.
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With Tabby, a former accountant is using AI to make accountants obsolete
Tabby is a new AI-powered bookkeeping startup founded by a former accountant that aims to automate real-time financial record-keeping for businesses. The platform handles client paperwork while delivering up-to-the-minute profit and loss data, positioning itself as a replacement for traditional accounting roles.
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Discover what's next: 5 days left to save up to $200 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 ticket
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is taking place October 13–15 at Moscone West in San Francisco, bringing together over 10,000 founders, investors, and operators. Attendees can save up to $200 on passes and get 50% off a second ticket before prices increase on September 25.
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