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OpenAI may pursue legal action against Apple over Siri integration revenue concerns
OpenAI is reportedly weighing legal action against Apple after expectations that ChatGPT’s Siri integration would generate billions in revenue fell short, straining the two companies’ two-year partnership. The dispute highlights growing tension around AI distribution, platform control, and monetization in consumer software.
OpenAI says supply-chain attack affected two employee devices, not user systems
OpenAI said two employee devices were impacted in a supply-chain attack involving TanStack, but it found no evidence that user data or production systems were compromised. The incident comes amid a broader wave of attacks on open-source projects used by many software vendors.
Microsoft trims Claude Code access and shifts developers toward GitHub Copilot CLI
Microsoft reportedly plans to remove most Claude Code licenses and encourage internal developers to use GitHub Copilot CLI instead. The move reflects an ongoing internal platform shift toward Microsoft’s own AI coding tools.
UK launches antitrust probe into Microsoft’s business software dominance
Britain’s CMA has opened an investigation into Microsoft’s bundling of Windows, Word, Teams, and related productivity tools. Regulators will examine whether Microsoft’s business software dominance could justify targeted remedies or other enforcement action.
OpenAI adds remote access to Codex in the ChatGPT mobile app
OpenAI has introduced remote access for Codex sessions inside the ChatGPT mobile app, allowing users to control sessions running on a connected computer from their phones. The update expands the practical reach of OpenAI’s coding assistant across desktop and mobile workflows.
Figma beats Q1 revenue expectations and raises outlook on AI monetization
Figma reported Q1 revenue of $333.4 million, up 46% year over year, above analyst estimates of $313.2 million. The company also guided Q2 revenue above expectations, citing AI monetization as a key growth driver, and shares jumped after hours.
Microsoft report says global AI adoption rose to 17.8% in Q1 2026
Microsoft’s Global AI Diffusion report found AI usage climbed from 16.3% to 17.8% of the world’s working-age population in Q1 2026. The report also notes a widening gap between the Global North and South, while highlighting especially strong adoption gains in several Asian markets.
AI coding tools are driving a surge in software development activity
Microsoft said AI coding capabilities from tools like Claude Code, Codex, and GitHub Copilot are boosting software output worldwide. The report says global Git pushes rose 78% year over year, suggesting AI may be increasing developer productivity and software creation.
Spotify adopts Apple HTTP Live Streaming for video podcasts
Spotify said it will adopt Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming technology later in 2026 for video podcast distribution. The change is intended to improve how creators publish video podcasts across Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
OpenAI mobile app gets remote control for Codex sessions
OpenAI’s new ChatGPT mobile capability lets users monitor and manage Codex sessions on a connected computer remotely. This makes the coding workflow more flexible for developers who want to intervene while away from their desktops.