AI News Roundup — March 28, 2026
Anthropic launches Claude computer use for Pro and Max users, Apple opens Siri to rival AI assistants, Perplexity unveils an always-on AI Mac mini, and SoftBank lines up $40 billion for OpenAI.
Anthropic Launches Claude Computer Use for Pro and Max Users
Claude can now open files, click through apps, navigate browsers, and fill in spreadsheets on your desktop, all triggered from your phone. Auto mode also enters research preview, letting Claude decide which actions are safe to take autonomously with built-in AI safeguards that review each action before it runs.
Apple to Open Siri to Rival AI Assistants in iOS 27
Apple is planning to let users run any AI service through Siri via App Store apps, ending ChatGPT's exclusive role in Apple Intelligence features. The move could fundamentally reshape the competitive landscape for AI assistants on mobile devices.
Perplexity Announces Always-On AI Personal Computer
Perplexity unveiled Personal Computer, an always-on AI running on a dedicated Mac mini that merges local files, apps, and sessions with Perplexity Computer. It works 24/7 as a digital proxy, monitoring triggers and executing proactive tasks without user intervention.
SoftBank Lines Up $40 Billion War Chest for OpenAI
SoftBank is assembling a staggering $40 billion financing package for OpenAI, signaling that AI leadership is no longer just a model race but a financing race. The deal would be one of the largest single investments in AI history.
Google Launches Gemini 3.1 Flash Live for Real-Time AI
Google introduced Gemini 3.1 Flash Live focused on low-latency, multimodal performance, enabling developers to build apps that respond instantly with voice, visuals, and context. The model targets interactive use cases requiring real-time responsiveness.
Secret Anthropic Model Mythos Revealed in Data Leak
Fortune reports that a data leak revealed a previously secret Anthropic model called Mythos, suggesting the company may be developing more powerful or specialized systems than the market had publicly seen. Details about the model's capabilities remain scarce.
Microsoft Picks Up Texas Data Center OpenAI Passed On
Microsoft is taking over a Texas data center project that OpenAI decided not to pursue, in a telling sign of how far the two companies have drifted apart as OpenAI increasingly builds its own infrastructure independent of its founding partner.