OpenAI announced that its new ChatGPT for Clinicians outperformed human doctors in clinical tasks during internal testing. The AI tool aims to save doctors time and improve efficiency. While specific performance metrics or dates were not provided, OpenAI claims the model scored higher than human physicians on their assessments, highlighting advancements in AI-assisted healthcare.
Bob Iger has rejoined Thrive Capital as an advisor after his departure from Disney. Iger, who previously held a venture partner role at Thrive and maintains a stake in the firm, is returning to support the company's AI and tech investments. The move highlights Iger’s ongoing influence in the tech and entertainment sectors, with no specific dates or financial details disclosed.
Anthropic's AI model, Claude, now features persistent memory, potentially altering the AI model leaderboard race. This development, announced in April 2026, could impact market positioning and competitive dynamics among AI developers. The upgrade signifies a notable advancement in AI technology, emphasizing Anthropic's focus on enhancing model capabilities and influencing the broader AI tech landscape.
A US Special Forces master sergeant was arrested for insider trading after allegedly using classified information to profit from Polymarket bets on the Maduro raid. This marks the first US arrest related to insider trading on a prediction market. The incident highlights legal risks associated with using sensitive information for financial gains in Web3 prediction platforms.
Redwood Materials has undergone layoffs and restructuring, leading to the departure of COO Chris Lister, a former Tesla executive, who is retiring. Additionally, at least three other vice presidents have left the company. The changes reflect significant organizational shifts at Redwood amid ongoing restructuring efforts. The company has not disclosed specific financial details related to these changes.
Researchers have deciphered Fast16, a sabotage malware created in 2005 that can silently manipulate software. The malware may have targeted Iran’s nuclear program and predates Stuxnet, suggesting it was likely deployed by the US or an allied nation. This discovery sheds light on early cyber-espionage efforts in the nuclear domain.
Anthropic's shares on Forge Global are now valued at around $1 trillion, surpassing OpenAI's $880 billion valuation as of April 2026. This marks a significant shift in the AI tech sector, with Anthropic outperforming OpenAI in secondary markets for the first time in recent months. The change highlights growing investor confidence in Anthropic's AI developments.
