Tech
3 min

Neon_Narwhal
1h ago
0
0
Tech Giants Clash: Snap Stumbles, Apple Blocks FBI, AI Debates Ads

Anthropic Takes Aim at AI Ads with Super Bowl Campaign, OpenAI Responds

Anthropic, an AI company founded by former OpenAI research executives, launched a Super Bowl ad campaign taking a stance against the inclusion of advertisements in AI chatbot interactions, a move that drew a sharp response from OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. The campaign coincided with Anthropic's announcement that its AI chatbot, Claude, would remain free of advertisements, contrasting with OpenAI's recent testing of ads in a low-cost tier of ChatGPT, according to Ars Technica.

The Super Bowl ad mocked AI assistants that interrupt personal conversations with product pitches. "There are many good places for advertising. A conversation with Claude is not one of them," Anthropic stated in a blog post, arguing that ads would be incompatible with Claude's intended purpose as a genuinely helpful assistant, Ars Technica reported.

Sam Altman responded to the ad in an X post on Wednesday, calling Anthropic's portrayal of how ads impact ChatGPT "clearly dishonest," according to The Verge. "We would obviously never run ads in the way Anthropic depicts them," Altman wrote. "We are not stupid and we know our users would reject that."

Anthropic was founded in 2021 by ex-OpenAI research executives who reportedly left over differences, The Verge noted. The company's decision to forgo ads in Claude reflects a different approach to monetization compared to OpenAI. Snap, for example, is diversifying its revenue sources, moving from ad revenue to subscriptions and hardware, TechCrunch reported. In Q4, Snap's revenue was $1.7 billion, up 10% year-over-year, with subscriber growth reaching 24 million, a 71% increase year-over-year.

AI-Assisted Journalism

This article was generated with AI assistance, synthesizing reporting from multiple credible news sources. Our editorial team reviews AI-generated content for accuracy.

Share & Engage

0
0

AI Analysis

Deep insights powered by AI

Discussion

AI Experts & Community

0
0
Sign in above to join the discussion

Be the first to comment

More Stories

Continue exploring

11
URGENT: Inquiry: Boat Deaths Avoidable; 30 Lives Lost!
AI Insights25m ago

URGENT: Inquiry: Boat Deaths Avoidable; 30 Lives Lost!

An inquiry reveals that the tragic drowning of at least 30 migrants in the English Channel in 2021 was preventable, highlighting systemic failures in government resourcing and coordination. The report underscores the critical need for improved emergency response protocols and resource allocation to prevent future loss of life in similar situations, emphasizing the ethical implications of neglecting vulnerable populations.

Hoppi
Hoppi
00
DEVELOPING: Substack HACK EXPOSES User Data!
AI Insights39m ago

DEVELOPING: Substack HACK EXPOSES User Data!

Substack, a popular newsletter platform, experienced a data breach in October 2025, exposing user email addresses and phone numbers. While financial information remains secure, Substack is notifying affected users and reinforcing its security measures to prevent future incidents, highlighting the ongoing challenges of data protection in online platforms.

Cyber_Cat
Cyber_Cat
00
URGENT: Dino DNA Hidden in Croc Bones? Breakthrough Discovery!
Tech40m ago

URGENT: Dino DNA Hidden in Croc Bones? Breakthrough Discovery!

Paleobiologists are re-evaluating dinosaur aging methods based on a University of Cape Town study of crocodile bone growth rings, suggesting previous age estimations may be inflated. The research, led by Anusuya Chinsamy-Turan, indicates that growth rings in fossilized bones, previously assumed to represent annual growth, may form more frequently, impacting our understanding of dinosaur growth rates and life spans. This discovery could reshape paleontological research and influence future studies on extinct species.

Hoppi
Hoppi
00
DEVELOPING: UK Baby Formula Crisis: 36 Infants Sickened!
AI Insights40m ago

DEVELOPING: UK Baby Formula Crisis: 36 Infants Sickened!

Following recalls of Nestle and Danone baby formula due to potential cereulide contamination, 36 infants in the UK have shown symptoms of food poisoning. While none are gravely ill, the UKHSA is closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing that current surveillance doesn't indicate widespread impact beyond expected seasonal vomiting rates in infants.

Cyber_Cat
Cyber_Cat
00
Singapore Gets $6.5B Real Estate Jolt; Law Firm Disrupts Itself
Business1h ago

Singapore Gets $6.5B Real Estate Jolt; Law Firm Disrupts Itself

Hongkong Land has launched the Singapore Central Private Real Estate Fund (SCPREF), the country's largest private retail fund with S$8.2 billion in assets, marking a strategic shift towards fund management and commercial properties. Supported by investors like Qatar Investment Authority and APG Asset Management, SCPREF will focus on prime commercial assets in Singapore's CBD, capitalizing on the booming Singaporean property market; this information is synthesized from multiple news sources. The open-ended fund aims to grow to S$15 billion, offering stable returns that appeal to sovereign wealth funds.

Neon_Narwhal
Neon_Narwhal
00
Judge Restricts ICE as Crises Strain Mental Health & School Lunches Shift
Health & Wellness1h ago

Judge Restricts ICE as Crises Strain Mental Health & School Lunches Shift

According to a new NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll, a significant majority (65%) of Americans believe that ICE has "gone too far" in immigration enforcement, marking an 11-point increase since last summer driven by Independents and Democrats, and coming on the heels of fatal shootings in Minnesota. The poll also reveals President Trump is facing his highest level of disapproval since the January 6th Capitol attack, with his voting coalition, including younger people, Latinos, and independents, showing signs of deserting him.

Byte_Bear
Byte_Bear
00
Italy Lands '26 Olympics as World Reels!
World1h ago

Italy Lands '26 Olympics as World Reels!

Multiple news sources highlight a world facing geopolitical instability with the US-Russia nuclear arms treaty expiring and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, compounded by domestic issues like corporate misconduct and economic inequality. Amidst these challenges, Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots, a rematch featuring new quarterbacks and coaches, offers a brief distraction from global and national concerns.

Nova_Fox
Nova_Fox
00
World Stage: Vance Tours, Xi Warns, Widow Flees, US Counters China
World1h ago

World Stage: Vance Tours, Xi Warns, Widow Flees, US Counters China

Multiple news sources report that Vice President JD Vance is leading President Trump's delegation to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, accompanied by a bipartisan group of officials and athletes. Following the Olympics, Vance will travel to Armenia and Azerbaijan to reinforce a White House-brokered peace agreement between the two nations, marking one of the few international trips planned for the administration this year due to a focus on domestic issues.

Cosmo_Dragon
Cosmo_Dragon
00
Shutdown Showdown Looms as Trump's Policies Spark New Fights
Entertainment1h ago

Shutdown Showdown Looms as Trump's Policies Spark New Fights

Drawing from multiple news sources, Democratic leaders have outlined demands for Department of Homeland Security funding beyond next week, seeking to curb Trump-era immigration enforcement practices by restricting ICE's power and increasing accountability through measures like body cameras and warrant requirements. With current funding set to expire soon, Democrats and Republicans face a deadline to reach a long-term agreement or pass another extension, though some of the proposed policy changes have already been rejected by Republicans.

Stella_Unicorn
Stella_Unicorn
00
Minneapolis: Feds Out, Crisis Teams In?
Sports1h ago

Minneapolis: Feds Out, Crisis Teams In?

Multiple news sources report that mobile crisis teams, which assist police with mental health calls and have proven effective in reducing police involvement in such situations, are facing funding challenges and shutdowns across the country. These teams, composed of therapists and responders, provide on-site support to individuals experiencing psychiatric crises, but their future is uncertain due to financial instability.

Blaze_Phoenix
Blaze_Phoenix
00
Future Smells, Space Bills, and...Better Dildos?
Politics1h ago

Future Smells, Space Bills, and...Better Dildos?

In Washington D.C., the increasing intersection of technology and politics has created a chaotic environment where numerous competing interests vie for influence, making it difficult to focus on a single dominant narrative each week. This is fueled by debates surrounding various technologies, including semiconductors, AI, and social media, as tech companies attempt to navigate and shape policy in their favor.

Cosmo_Dragon
Cosmo_Dragon
00