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AI roundup: ChatGPT Atlas, OpenAI financials, Anthropic safety updates and more Here are the top AI stories today, focusing on major platform moves, product launches and policy developments that could shape the industry through 2026 and beyond. 1. OpenAI launches ChatGPT Atlas OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT Atlas, a browser with ChatGPT integrated to streamline web interaction and AI‑assisted browsing. Atlas aims to embed conversational AI directly into the browsing experience to speed research and content workflows. For details, see OpenAI’s announcements (opens in a new tab): OpenAI News. 2. OpenAI financial outlook: losses before profitability New financial documents indicate OpenAI expects sizable annual losses through 2028 before returning to profitability by 2030 as AI adoption scales. The disclosure highlights the capital intensity of frontier AI work and the long runway some…

Monarch Money: 50% off annual plan with code MONARCHVIP (web only) Monarch Money is offering a limited 50% discount on its annual plan for new users who sign up via the web. Use code MONARCHVIP at checkout to get 12 months of Monarch for $50 (normally $100). Note: the code is for new customers only, can’t be combined with other offers, and cannot be redeemed inside the Monarch mobile app. Monarch is a feature‑rich budgeting and personal finance app with customizable dashboards, transaction tracking, bill reminders and net worth monitoring. It connects to banks and supports Apple Card, Apple Cash and savings accounts, pulls transaction history, and detects recurring income and expenses to help you build a detailed financial picture. Offer details & caveats Discount: 50% off annual plan with…

The Rogue Prince of Persia arrives on Switch & Switch 2 on December 16 The Rogue Prince of Persia, a roguelike reinvention of the classic franchise co‑developed by Evil Empire (the studio behind Dead Cells), will be released digitally for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on December 16. This version has been optimized for handheld and hybrid play and includes all content from the original release. The game blends parkour‑style movement and fast 2D combat with roguelike progression, offering a variety of biomes, weapons and secrets to discover across repeatable runs. Its Dead Cells pedigree suggests tight action and satisfying replayability. Release details Digital launch: Switch & Switch 2 — December 16, handheld/hybrid optimized. Deluxe physical edition: Ships April 10 for Switch, Switch 2 and PS5; includes a game key…

The Rogue Prince of Persia arrives on Switch & Switch 2 on December 16 The Rogue Prince of Persia, a roguelike take on the classic franchise, will be released digitally for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 on December 16. This version has been optimized for handheld and hybrid play and includes all content from the game’s original release. Co-developed by Evil Empire (the studio behind Dead Cells), the game blends parkour‑style movement and fast 2D combat with roguelike progression. Expect a variety of biomes, weapons and secrets as you replay runs to improve and unlock new builds. What’s included and platform notes Digital release: Switch & Switch 2 on Dec 16, optimized for handheld/hybrid use. Deluxe physical edition: Coming April 10 for Switch, Switch 2 and PS5; includes…

PS Plus adds Grand Theft Auto V, Pacific Drive and more to Game Catalog on Nov. 18 Sony has revealed the November additions to PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers — and it’s a strong lineup. Headliners include the return of Grand Theft Auto V (PS4/PS5), plus PS5 arrivals Pacific Drive and narrative horror Still Wakes the Deep. These titles join the catalog on November 18. The catalog additions broaden the service’s appeal, offering high-profile open-world play, tense survival driving and atmospheric horror alongside competitive and racing picks. PS Plus Premium members also gain access to a PS2 emulated classic: Tomb Raider: Anniversary. What’s joining on Nov. 18 Grand Theft Auto V (PS4 & PS5) — returning to the Game Catalog for the third time; a good…

Valve unveils Steam Frame: standalone + streaming VR headset (coming 2026) Valve officially announced the Steam Frame, its long‑rumored wireless, streaming‑first VR headset. Slated for early 2026, the device can run games natively as a standalone headset or stream high‑fidelity VR from a PC using a plug‑and‑play 6GHz wireless adapter with a dual‑radio design to reduce interference. Valve aims to blend PC‑grade visuals with untethered convenience: the Steam Frame pairs a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC with 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of UFS storage, plus a microSD slot and Wi‑Fi 7 support. The headset runs SteamOS and will support a Steam Frame verified program so you can see which titles run in standalone mode. Key specs & features Displays: Dual 2160 × 2160 LCD panels, up to…

Valve announces Steam Machine and new Steam Controller for living‑room PC gaming Valve has unveiled a new Steam Machine — a compact, console‑style PC running SteamOS — and an updated Steam Controller, both planned for early 2026. The Steam Machine aims to bring PC gaming to the living room with a familiar plug‑and‑play form factor and Steam integration. Valve describes the Steam Machine as powered by a semi‑custom AMD Zen 4 CPU and a semi‑custom RDNA3 GPU, paired with 16GB DDR5 system RAM and 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, and available with 512GB or 2TB SSDs. Front ports include a USB‑A and microSD slot; the rear panel offers DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0 and ethernet. Key features Performance: Valve claims roughly six times the horsepower of the Steam Deck and targets 4K/60 fps…

Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble coming to iOS and Android — multiplayer arena action Insomniac’s Ratchet & Clank franchise is expanding to mobile with a new title: Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble. Developed by Oh BiBi, Ranger Rumble is a fast‑paced multiplayer arena shooter heading to iOS and Android; it’s already available in select regions with pre‑registration open elsewhere. The game blends platforming elements with competitive multiplayer and offers a variety of weapons, abilities and characters. Several modes are planned — including a soccer‑style mode — and players can customize characters. Ranger Rumble will be free‑to‑play, so expect microtransactions even though the core gameplay is accessible without purchase. What we know Platforms: iOS and Android; already live in some countries, pre‑register in others. Developer: Mobile studio Oh BiBi is leading…

Waymo expands driverless freeway service to San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles Waymo is rolling its driverless vehicles onto freeways in three major US metro areas: San Francisco (with service stretching down the peninsula to San Jose Mineta International Airport), Phoenix and Los Angeles. The company says a growing number of public riders will gain access as the pilot expands. Waymo emphasizes its experience on highways, noting its fleet has logged millions of miles and is designed to handle highway dynamics like lane changes, merges and variable speeds. The service can support daily commutes, airport trips and longer cross-city rides. What’s new Freeway driving enabled in San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles service areas. Public riders (in select zones) will be allowed to take highway trips, including airport runs. Waymo…

Backbone Pro Xbox Edition: a more Xbox-like phone controller with Bluetooth and pro inputs Backbone has released the Pro Xbox Edition of its mobile shell controller, upgrading the One-style peripheral into something closer to a real Xbox gamepad. The Pro adds full-size control sticks, Hall-effect triggers, two customizable back buttons and Bluetooth support — letting you use it wired around a phone or wirelessly across a wider range of devices. The controller is available now at retailers like Best Buy and Amazon for $180 and ships with a free month of Game Pass Ultimate. In Bluetooth mode Backbone promises about 40 hours of battery life per charge; when used as a wired shell your phone powers the controller. Key features Full-size sticks & Hall-effect triggers: More precise inputs aimed at…