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The artificial intelligence sector witnessed significant advancements this week, marked by key improvements and expanded accessibility. ChatGPT now offers users the ability to interrupt queries, enhancing real-time control. Google’s Gemini achieved deeper integration with Gmail and Drive, streamlining workflow and information access. Furthermore, Google extended Opal’s availability to over 160 countries, broadening its global reach. Beyond these highlights, China implemented a ban on foreign AI chips within state data centers, signaling a shift in technological sourcing. Snapchat integrated Perplexity as its default AI search tool. OpenAI unveiled GPT-5-Codex-Mini. Gamma secured Series B funding. Circle introduced AI-powered coding tools. xAI announced a hackathon providing Grok access. Lovable partnered with Imagi to introduce ‘vibecoding’ to educational institutions. These developments point to a rapidly evolving AI landscape with implications for various sectors.