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23 January 2026

Blockit AI Calendar Agent

Blockit, a new AI agent, has launched with $5 million in seed funding. It automates calendar negotiation by directly communicating with other calendars, introducing autonomous scheduling capabilities that impact operational oversight and data synchronisation.

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23 January 2026

US Electricity Demand Forecast

New forecasts indicate US electricity capacity needs will rise by approximately 10% over the next three years, driven by AI. This revision shifts previous projections for grid demand and resource allocation, increasing pressure on grid operators and infrastructure planners.

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23 January 2026

AI Advertising Competition Intensifies

Google's AI advertising lead faces challenges from OpenAI and others. This shift introduces new competitive dynamics and platform dependencies, requiring operational adjustments for marketing and procurement teams navigating the evolving AI-driven advertising landscape.

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23 January 2026

Google Gemini SAT Practice

Google has launched a new Gemini feature offering free, AI-powered SAT practice exams. Users can prompt Gemini to generate tests, receive performance analysis, and get detailed explanations for answers, creating a self-contained preparation tool.

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23 January 2026

AI Agent Task Benchmark

New research established a benchmark for AI models performing white-collar tasks in consulting, banking, and law. Most leading models failed, indicating current AI agents are not yet proficient for complex professional functions, constraining their reliable operational deployment.

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23 January 2026

OpenAI Appoints Enterprise Lead

OpenAI has appointed Barret Zoph to lead its enterprise division, establishing a dedicated function for its expansion into corporate markets. This move signals a formalised push into enterprise solutions, impacting procurement, IT security, and platform operations.

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23 January 2026

Google AI Mode Data Integration

Google's AI Mode now accesses user Gmail and Google Photos to generate tailored responses, operating on prompts and model responses rather than direct data. This opt-in feature for specific subscribers expands the scope of personal data available to the AI, impacting data privacy and oversight.

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23 January 2026

Google Secures AI Voice Expertise

Google has hired the CEO and lead engineer from AI voice startup Hume AI. This move transfers critical expertise in voice AI development, altering Google's internal capabilities and increasing operational burdens for IT security, compliance, and platform operators.

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23 January 2026

Humans& AI Coordination Models

Humans&, a new startup founded by alumni of major AI labs, has secured $480 million to develop next-generation foundation models focused on AI coordination and collaboration, rather than traditional chat functionalities, aiming to manage complex multi-user workflows.

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23 January 2026

LiveKit Secures $100M Funding

LiveKit, the voice AI engine powering OpenAI's ChatGPT voice mode, secured $100 million in funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation. This expands their operational capacity and tightens dependency for platform operators.

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