Technology Updates: Key Highlights from January 14, 2025
TikTok is set to deactivate its app for U.S. users this Sunday, coinciding with the implementation of a federal ban, unless the Supreme Court intervenes, according to The Information. The decision follows months of legal battles and concerns over data security, leaving millions of U.S.-based users and creators facing the app’s potential disappearance.
OpenAI announced a beta feature called Tasks, marking its entry into the virtual assistant arena alongside competitors like Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa.
China’s state planner unveiled new regulations to combat the illicit handling of data in industries that sell, obtain, or provide sensitive information.
Indian space-tech startup Pixxel successfully deployed three hyperspectral imaging satellites aboard a SpaceX rocket from California.
Pixxel has already signed contracts with 65 clients, including global leaders like British Petroleum, Rio Tinto, and India’s Ministry of Agriculture.
January 14 (Reuters) – OpenAI has announced the beta launch of its new feature, Tasks, for ChatGPT, marking the company’s entry into the virtual assistant space. This move positions OpenAI alongside competitors such as Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa.
The new feature allows users to:
The release of ChatGPT in late 2022 fueled a surge of investment in AI, spurring competitors to enhance their offerings:
OpenAI plans to roll out the beta version of Tasks to Plus, Team, and Pro users globally in the coming days, starting with the web platform.
With Tasks, OpenAI aims to redefine the virtual assistant experience and further expand its influence in the AI-driven technology market.
