Google Q3 Earnings: AI Features Drive Search Growth and Record Revenue
Google’s Q3 2025 earnings highlight record revenue and rising search usage driven by AI Mode and AI Overviews. CEO Sundar Pichai says AI is expanding search engagement, not replacing it, as Alphabet invests heavily in Gemini and AI-powered search infrastructure.
Microsoft Extends OpenAI Partnership Through 2032, Cementing Long-Term AI Collaboration
Microsoft and OpenAI have extended their partnership through 2032, securing Microsoft’s access to OpenAI’s models and products. The $250B Azure deal cements their long-term AI collaboration, with new terms for AGI oversight and third-party flexibility.
Microsoft Unveils Fall Release of Copilot With Expanded Memory, Search and Collaboration Features
Microsoft’s Copilot Fall Release adds memory, collaboration, search connectors, health tools, and voice tutoring. The update advances Microsoft’s vision for a more personal, cross-service AI assistant integrated across Windows, Edge, and Microsoft 365.
OpenAI Acquires AI Interface Developer for Apple Mac Platform
OpenAI has acquired Software Applications Incorporated, the startup behind Sky, an AI interface for Mac computers. The deal deepens OpenAI’s push to embed AI into everyday tools and expands its presence within Apple’s ecosystem following a string of high-profile acquisitions.
OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Shared Projects to All Users
OpenAI has rolled out its ChatGPT Shared Projects feature to all users, allowing global collaboration across Free, Plus, Pro, and Go plans. The update expands AI-powered teamwork with shared chats, files, and project instructions.
Google Says What Content Gets Clicked in AI Overviews — Depth and Human Perspective Win
Google’s Liz Reid says AI Overviews reveal what users actually click on — deeper, richer content with unique human perspectives. Google now ranks down repetitive “AI slop” and upweights expertise, originality, and authentic craft.
Google’s John Mueller Reiterates What the URL Removals Tool Actually Does
Google’s John Mueller reminds SEOs that the URL Removals Tool doesn’t permanently delete pages from Google’s index. Learn what the tool actually does, how to use it properly, and what to expect after a hack or content cleanup.
WPBakery Plugin Vulnerability Could Let Insiders Slip in Malicious Code
A newly disclosed vulnerability in the WPBakery Page Builder plugin allows authenticated users to inject malicious code into WordPress sites. Learn what’s affected, why it matters, and how to secure your site from this stored XSS flaw.