OpenAI launched Atlas, an AI-powered web browser built around ChatGPT and currently available on MacOS, removing the traditional address bar and offering a paid agent mode for ChatGPT subscribers that enables autonomous searches. The company partnered with platforms such as Etsy, Shopify, Expedia, and Booking.com to expand Atlas’s reach. ChatGPT’s weekly active users grew to 800 million. Industry analysts noted early adoption among tech users, while mainstream and corporate users may wait for similar features in established browsers. Microsoft Edge already offers comparable AI capabilities. Google’s dominance in online search remains under scrutiny, with a growing share of desktop browser searches now using large language models.

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The United States plans to introduce new guidelines to accelerate defense technology transfers to partners such as Taiwan, with the aim of streamlining approval and delivery processes. Rupert Hammond-Chambers of the US-Taiwan Business Council stated that immediate defense needs are best met through off-the-shelf purchases, while technology transfers are suitable for longer timelines. Taiwan is expected to allocate its 2026 defense budget toward acquiring technology for the T-Dome air defense system and enhancing asymmetric capabilities, supported by a special defense budget of up to $32.5 billion. Discussions at the U.S.-Taiwan Defense Industry Conference also addressed concerns about gray zone tactics, blockades, and traditional military platforms. On the diplomatic front, U.S. officials do not anticipate a significant policy shift regarding Taiwan, despite ongoing discussions with China.

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NASA announced it will open the Artemis 3 lunar lander contract to competition due to delays from SpaceX, the current contractor. The agency requested acceleration plans from both SpaceX and Blue Origin and will issue a request for information to the commercial space industry to identify solutions for increasing mission frequency. Blue Origin and Lockheed Martin are developing alternative lunar lander concepts in response. NASA aims to ensure a timely lunar landing and maintain U.S. leadership in space exploration.

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Xuan Wu Cloud Technology sold nearly a third of its Guangzhou Xuantong Technology subsidiary for 11 million yuan to external investors, removed the sales-cloud unit from its consolidated financials, recorded a 6 million yuan gain, and received an additional 20 million yuan from its CEO to support core operations. The company's stock rose 10 percent following the announcement as investors responded to the restructuring, which reflects a broader trend in China's tech sector toward efficiency and sustainable growth.

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Google has started rolling out the Gemini AI upgrade to select Google TV models earlier than scheduled, with the update live on TCL QM9K and appearing on Sony Bravia TVs running Android TV 14. The Gemini upgrade introduces advanced voice interaction, new personalization features, and multiple voice options. Additional TCL models and upcoming Hisense TVs, as well as the Google TV Streamer and Walmart onn 4K Pro streaming box, are set to receive the update later. The rollout reflects the increasing integration of AI-driven interfaces in consumer technology.

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Google has disabled AI-powered Ask Photos and conversational editing features in Illinois and Texas due to state laws regulating biometric data collection. Face grouping, which underpins these features, is not available in these states as a result of legal requirements for explicit user consent and previous legal actions. Google confirms these features are blocked in affected regions and states that compliance with local privacy laws is necessary before expanding access.

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Walmart is partnering with Wiliot to deploy millions of battery-free IoT sensors across 4,600 U.S. stores and more than 40 distribution centers by the end of 2026, with 500 locations active by the end of this year. The sensors collect real-time data on inventory location, temperature, humidity, and dwell time, integrating with Walmart's artificial intelligence systems to improve inventory management, cold chain compliance, and supply chain efficiency. The technology aims to reduce manual tasks for employees, speed up shelf stocking, and support data-driven decision-making. Walmart plans to expand this technology globally after completing the U.S. rollout.

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Business leaders in the United States are addressing challenges in adopting artificial intelligence, including workforce skills gaps, data management issues, high implementation costs, and organizational resistance to change. Companies are investing in employee training, forming AI-focused teams, and emphasizing transparency and ethical practices. Leaders are aligning AI initiatives with business goals and collaborating across departments to facilitate integration and adapt to evolving technological demands.

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GAF Energy, a Bay Area solar technology company, is closing its San Jose headquarters and relocating operations to Georgetown, Texas, resulting in the layoff of 138 employees. The company will centralize its manufacturing, research, and development at its new Texas hub. This move follows recent reductions in federal and California solar incentives and reflects Texas' growing appeal due to its booming housing market, fewer regulatory hurdles, and business incentives. Georgetown has become a destination for tech and manufacturing firms, including Pegatron Corporation, due to its rapid growth and proximity to Austin.

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