OpenAI launches GPT-5.4 with native computer use mode, financial plugins for Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets

The big headlines on this release are efficiency, with OpenAI reporting that GPT-5.4 uses far fewer tokens (47% fewer on some tasks) than its predecessors).

OpenAI’s new flagship GPT model can control your PC

When paired with an AI agent system, GPT-5.4 can click a mouse, type keyboard commands, browse the web, and control computer apps.

OpenAI’s AI coding app finally comes to Windows

Ready to start your vibe-coding adventure? A few weeks after its debut on Mac, the Windows version of OpenAI’s Codex app has finally arrived.
Nature

AI can write genomes — how long until it creates synthetic life?

The Evo2 genomic language model can generate short genome sequences, but scientists say further advances are needed to write ...

Windows 11 26H1 KB5077239 adds Cross-Device Resume, File Explorer tweaks, and more

Microsoft has released Windows 11 KB5077239, a non-security preview update for Windows 11 version 26H1, taking PCs to OS Build 28000.1643. It ships in ...

Forget 'debloat apps.' Sophia Script gives you real control over Windows 11. Here's how it works.

The Sophia Script is an open-source PowerShell module designed to debloat and fine-tune Windows 11 (and Windows 10 ). It is ...
Opinion

A Private Credit Crisis Is Possibly Brewing

Unexpected bankruptcies and Blue Owl Capital issues fuel private credit crisis fears as write-offs at UBS and Jefferies surge. Read why a credit crisis is brewing.