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OpenAI Launches GPT-5.3-Codex, Most Capable Agentic Coding Model
OpenAI introduced GPT-5.3-Codex, advancing Codex to perform nearly any developer task on a computer, topping benchmarks like SWE-Bench Pro and Terminal-Bench at 77.3%. It enhances cybersecurity with safeguards, Aardvark beta, and $10M API credits for defense.
This shifts coding agents toward general knowledge work collaboration.
Apple Releases Xcode 26.3 with Agentic Coding via Claude and Codex
Apple's Xcode 26.3 integrates Anthropic’s Claude Agent and OpenAI’s Codex for AI-driven automation in app development. Developers can generate code, automate tasks, and troubleshoot faster within the IDE.
This boosts efficiency in software workflows.
Big Tech Plans $650bn Capex in 2026 for AI, Cloud, and Data Centers
Meta, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft signal $650bn collective spending, up 60% from 2025, focused on AI and infrastructure. Amazon's $200bn plan targets AI, chips, robotics; Microsoft's quarterly capex hit $37.5bn.
Investors react warily, with shares dropping amid market cap losses.
Amazon Announces $200bn Capex Surge for AI and Cloud Growth
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy revealed $200bn 2026 capex, over 50% growth, driven by 24% AWS revenue and 22% ad growth. Shares fell nearly 10% post-earnings on February 5.
Investments include chips, robotics, and satellites.
Microsoft Faces Stock Drop After $37.5bn Quarterly Capex Reveal
Microsoft's $37.5bn quarterly capex slightly exceeded estimates, leading to an 18% share plunge before partial recovery. Spending supports AI and cloud amid market concerns.
This contributes to Big Tech's massive 2026 outlay.
Alphabet Projects $175-185bn Capex to Fuel AI and Cloud Demand
Google-parent Alphabet announced $175-185bn capex, doubling prior expenses, with cloud backlog at $240bn and Gemini App at 750m users. Shares dipped 4% initially but stabilized.
Growth in sales (18%) and earnings (31%) beat expectations.
Anthropic's Claude Cowork Plugins Hammer Software Stocks
Anthropic released plugins for Claude Cowork, adapting it for sectors like legal and finance, causing drops in Thomson Reuters, Legalzoom (15%+), Salesforce, and Workday. Investors fear replacement of enterprise software amid AI enthusiasm.
Analysts mixed on long-term vendor shifts.
Sapiom Raises Funding for AI Agents Handling Transactions
Sapiom secured funding to enable AI agents to manage transactions and access third-party services autonomously. This advances fully autonomous dev environments, reducing costs for startups.
It optimizes AI operations in real-time.
Reddit Enhances Search with AI-Driven Algorithms
Reddit improved search using AI, applying dev principles for user-centric features like predictive querying. This inspires app integrations anticipating user needs.
It fosters efficient digital ecosystems.
Top Fintech News: PayPal Appoints New CEO Enrique Lores
PayPal named HP's Enrique Lores as CEO amid weekly fintech highlights. Other stories include Santander's $12.2bn Webster Bank deal and Nubank's US OCC approval.
Varo Bank raised $123.9m Series G.
10 Biggest Tech IPOs to Watch in 2026 Including OpenAI, Anthropic
Key 2026 IPO candidates: SpaceX, OpenAI, ByteDance, Anthropic, Databricks, Stripe, Revolut, Shein. These signal major software and AI firm public debuts.
Investors eye potential market impacts.