ChatGPT is down again, hitting thousands of users
OpenAI’s ChatGPT chatbot is down for many users, with error rates spiking. The company has acknowledged the issue and says it is applying mitigations to restore service.
Category: AI
MongoDB Takes a Swipe at PostgreSQL in the AI Database Wars
MongoDB’s CEO used a positive Q3 FY 2026 earnings call to target PostgreSQL, citing a “super-high growth” AI customer that switched due to scaling issues. The NoSQL leader’s stock jumped 23% on revenue of $628.3 million, but the competitive landscape is getting crowded.
We’re Using AI As Therapists, And It’s A Problem
People are increasingly turning to ChatGPT and other chatbots for therapeutic advice, creating a dangerous dependency. Experts warn generic AI isn’t equipped for this role and suggest ways to step back.
You Don’t Need Supertags to Make Tana Work
The biggest mistake new Tana users make is diving straight into its most complex features. By starting with just daily pages and basic outliner functions, you can build a system that actually lasts.
The Wild Race to Build a Game That Doesn’t Exist
Bird Game 3 is a fictional, AI-generated game concept tearing up TikTok. Despite not existing, it’s sparked a real development race, with indie projects gaining instant, massive visibility. The hype highlights a bizarre new marketing reality.
Microsoft Retires Its Fake Demo Companies for an AI-Era Brand
Microsoft appears to be ending the legacy of its long-running fictional demo companies, Contoso and Fabrikam. The tech giant has introduced a new brand, Zava, as its updated storytelling tool for the AI era.
The AI Valuation Spurt Is Getting Painful
AI companies are raising money at a dizzying pace, with valuations skyrocketing into the tens of billions. Investors are betting on the next OpenAI, but history suggests not everyone will win big.
Banks Are Quietly Betting Big on “Unsexy” AI
The banking industry is shifting from AI hype to precision, focusing on autonomous agents that can handle complex workflows. While this could reduce costs by 15-20%, it also threatens $170 billion in profits if banks don’t adapt. Experts predict 2026 will be the tipping point for widespread adoption
Ex-Intel CEO Says Quantum Computing Will Pop AI Bubble
Pat Gelsinger claims quantum computing will become mainstream much faster than expected, potentially ending the GPU era. He also reveals Intel’s “basic discipline” problems during his tenure. The former CEO sees quantum as the “holy trinity” alongside classical and AI computing.
Wall Street’s Fearmongers Get Schooled in Thanksgiving Rally
Despite widespread anxiety about AI sector valuations and a rare CME trading outage, markets delivered a powerful coordinated advance. Stocks, bonds, Bitcoin and commodities all surged during the traditionally quiet Thanksgiving period. The rally served as a sharp reminder about the cost of excessiv