In this newsletter:

• OpenAI launches GPT Image 1.5, targeting enterprise workflows
• Google makes Gemini 3 Flash the default AI across Search and Gemini
• Google unveils CC AI agent for daily briefings from email and calendar

Plus, you’ll find new AI tools and this week’s top AI news headlines!

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🖼️ OpenAI Launches GPT Image 1.5, Targeting Enterprise Workflows

OpenAI released GPT Image 1.5 as its new flagship image generation model with improved instruction following and up to 4x faster generation speeds.

What's new:

• Generates images up to four times faster than the previous model
• Better at following specific instructions for image modifications
• Improved photo editing with more realistic clothing and hairstyle try-ons
• Stylistic filters and transformations that retain the original image essence
• New dedicated Images tab in ChatGPT sidebar
• Includes preset filters, trending prompts, and idea suggestions
• Available to all users immediately
• OpenAI CEO of Applications, Fidji Simo described it as working "more like a creative studio"

Enterprise positioning:

• Company marketing it as a shift from "novelty image generation to practical, high-fidelity visual creation"
• Emphasized the usefulness of work and product images
• Positioned as a tool to turn ChatGPT into "a fast, flexible creative studio for everyday edits"
• Part of OpenAI's push to turn a profit under investor pressure

Why it matters:

OpenAI's enterprise framing reveals the company chasing B2B revenue as consumer novelty wears off, particularly after Google's Nano Banana went viral while OpenAI's image tools remained niche. The emphasis on "practical" and "work use" signals OpenAI recognizes image generation has matured past the meme-creation phase; companies need reliable product mockups and marketing visuals, not just AI-generated curiosities.

The launch comes as OpenAI faces mounting pressure to monetize after years of losses, by positioning GPT Image 1.5 as a "creative studio" for professionals rather than a toy for casual users, the company bets that businesses will pay for image generation integrated into ChatGPT, rather than switching to free or cheaper alternatives like Midjourney or Stable Diffusion.

👀 Read about GPT Image 1.5 launch!

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⚡ Google Makes Gemini 3 Flash the Default AI Across Search and Gemini App

Google released Gemini 3 Flash, replacing Gemini 2.5 Flash as the default model in the Gemini app and Google Search's AI Mode globally.

What's new:

• Combines Gemini 3 Pro-grade reasoning with Flash-level speed and efficiency
• Replaces Gemini 2.5 Flash in Gemini app globally
• Now powers AI Mode in Google Search
• Outperforms last-gen flagship Gemini 2.5 Pro at "fraction of the cost"
• Generates plans from a series of videos and images in "just a few seconds"
• Available to developers
• Google DeepMind's Tulsee Doshi called it a "huge upgrade" for most users

Performance improvements:

• Faster response times compared to Gemini 2.5 Flash
• More detailed and nuanced answers
• Retains Gemini 3's reasoning, coding, and multimodal processing capabilities
• Processes images, text, and videos simultaneously

Why it matters:

Google is democratizing its most advanced AI capabilities by making Pro-level reasoning accessible at Flash speeds and costs. This move pressures OpenAI and Anthropic, whose premium models remain expensive and slower if users get near-flagship performance from a free model; paying for GPT-5.2 Pro or Claude Opus 4.5 becomes harder to justify.

The strategy also protects Google's core search business. By upgrading AI Mode in Google Search with Gemini 3 Flash, the company ensures its AI answers remain competitive against ChatGPT's search features and Perplexity's offerings. Making the faster model default across products signals Google betting on speed and accessibility over charging premium prices for top-tier intelligence.

👀 Read about Gemini 3 Flash launch!

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📧 Google Unveils CC AI Agent for Daily Briefings From Email and Calendar

Google released CC, an AI agent that scans your Gmail, Calendar, and Drive to deliver personalized "Your Day Ahead" briefings to your inbox every morning.

What's new:

• Daily morning briefings summarizing schedule, tasks, and important updates
• Flags bills to pay and appointments requiring preparation
• Prepares email drafts and calendar links for quick actions
• Built with the Gemini AI model
• Connects to Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, and the internet
• Users can personalize by replying to briefs or emailing CC directly
• Launching in early access for paid subscribers over 18 in the US and Canada
• Waitlist open now with no timeline for wider rollout

How it works:

• Agent learns from your email, calendar, and document patterns
• Delivers "one clear summary" of daily schedule and priorities
• Users teach their preferences by replying or direct messaging

Why it matters:

Google is betting users will trade their morning scroll through emails for an AI-curated summary, directly competing with ChatGPT Pulse that OpenAI launched in September (which Sam Altman called his "favorite feature"). By positioning CC as a replacement for manually checking emails and calendars, Google attempts to make Gemini indispensable to daily routines rather than an occasional tool.

However, limiting early access to paid subscribers reveals that Google's monetization strategy gives free users basic Gemini while charging for practical agents that save real time. The feature also requires trusting Google's AI to accurately identify what matters in your inbox, risking missed critical emails if the agent misjudges importance or hallucinates urgency where none exists.

👀 Read about the Google CC agent!

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This Week's Top AI News Headlines:

• Google Delays Gemini Upgrade for Android, Pushing Full Google Assistant Replacement to 2026 to Ensure Seamless User Transition (View Article)
• ChatGPT Now Lets Users Adjust Warmth, Enthusiasm, and Style With New Personality Controls and In‑Chat Email Editing Tools (View Article)
• Google Sues SerpApi for Scraping Search Results “at an Astonishing Scale,” Alleging Copyright Violations and Circumvention of Anti-Bot Tech (View Article)
• US Communities Successfully Push Back on Energy-Hungry AI Data Centers, Citing Soaring Power Use, Water Strain, and Local Environmental Impacts (View Article)
• Meta is Developing “Mango,” a New AI Model Focused on Image and Video Generation, Expanding its Suite of Multimedia AI Tools (View Article)
• YouTube Shuts Down Two AI Slop Channels for Faking Movie Trailers With Mixed Official and AI‑Generated Footage in Violation of Platform Rules (View Article)
• OpenAI and Anthropic Will Use AI to Predict if Users Are Underage, Updating ChatGPT and Claude Safeguards Amid Rising Teen Safety Concerns (View Article)
• LG Adds Microsoft Copilot Shortcut to TVs Without Consent, then Backtracks After Backlash by Letting Users Delete it (View Article)
• Google Adds AI Video Verification to Gemini App, Letting Users Check if Clips Were Created With Google Tools Using SynthID Watermarks (View Article)
• OpenAI Updates ChatGPT Guidelines for Teens With New Guardrails Focused on Safety, Support, and Age‑Appropriate Interactions (View Article)
• Microsoft’s Holiday Copilot Ad Promises AI Help With Lights and Cooking But Viewers Say Nothing Actually Works, Highlighting Product Gaps (View Article)
• OpenAI Launches ChatGPT App Store With SDK Access and Service Integrations, Pushing Closer to “Everything App” Vision With Music, Shopping, and Research Tools (View Article)

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