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OpenAI’s new GPT-5.4 model is a big step toward autonomous agents

OpenAI is launching GPT-5.4, the latest version of its AI model that the company says combines advancements in reasoning, coding, and professional work involving spreadsheets, documents, and presentations. It's also OpenAI's first model with native computer use capabilities, meaning it can operate a computer on your behalf and complete tasks across different applications. The new […]

Source: The Verge · Published: 2026-03-05 21:31 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Netflix is buying Ben Affleck’s AI startup

Though Netflix lost the war for Warner Bros., it has just bought an AI startup from the internet's favorite Dunkin' Donuts aficionado. Today, Netflix announced that it has acquired InterPositive, Ben Affleck's AI company that specializes in tools for film and television production. The deal will see all 16 of InterPositive's current team of engineers […]

Source: The Verge · Published: 2026-03-05 21:35 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: cnbc.com

The February jobs numbers are coming out Friday. Here's what to expect

Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect payroll growth of 50,000, following January's surprisingly high 130,000.

Source: US Top News and Analysis · Published: 2026-03-05 22:49 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: cnbc.com

U.S. crude oil tops $80 per barrel as escalating Iran war disrupts global fuel supplies

Oil prices have surged about 20% this week as the U.S.-Iran war engulfs the Middle East.

Source: US Top News and Analysis · Published: 2026-03-05 22:50 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: marketwatch.com

Investors betting on international stocks trouncing the U.S. are getting a rude awakening from the Iran conflict

The outperformance of international stocks is faltering as oil prices climb to $80 barrel.

Source: MarketWatch.com – Top Stories · Published: 2026-03-05 22:53 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: bbc.com

'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish

Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so.

Source: BBC News · Published: 2026-03-05 22:55 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: techcrunch.com

X revamps Creator Subscriptions with new features, like exclusive threads and shareable cards

X is rolling out a series of new features for creators, like the ability to offer paid threads and other marketing tools.

Source: TechCrunch · Published: 2026-03-05 23:00 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: bbc.com

Reform UK's Welsh manifesto explained in under 60 seconds

The manifesto includes income tax cuts, scraping the nation of sanctuary and building a relief road

Source: BBC News · Published: 2026-03-05 22:00 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: theguardian.com

Trump ousts DHS secretary Kristi Noem and replaces her with Republican senator

Noem’s tenure was marked by killings of US citizens by federal agents, a rumored affair and $220m spent on adsUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDonald Trump on Thursday announced he was replacing Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary, after the killing of two US citizens by immigration agents and mounting reports of her questionable personal conduct attracted bipartisan criticism.It was the first major personnel shakeup of Trump’s second term, and in a post on Truth Social, the president said Markwayne Mullin, an Oklahoma senator, would take over from Noem starting on 31 March. The secretary, who he said “has served us well, and has had numerous and spectacular results (especially on the Border!)” would become special envoy for “the Shield of the Americas”, a security initiative Trump said he planned to launch over the weekend. Continue reading…

Source: World news | The Guardian · Published: 2026-03-05 21:57 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: theverge.com

OpenAI’s new GPT-5.4 model is a big step toward autonomous agents

OpenAI is launching GPT-5.4, the latest version of its AI model that the company says combines advancements in reasoning, coding, and professional work involving spreadsheets, documents, and presentations. It's also OpenAI's first model with native computer use capabilities, meaning it can operate a computer on your behalf and complete tasks across different applications. The new […]

Source: The Verge · Published: 2026-03-05 21:31 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: theverge.com

Netflix is buying Ben Affleck’s AI startup

Though Netflix lost the war for Warner Bros., it has just bought an AI startup from the internet's favorite Dunkin' Donuts aficionado. Today, Netflix announced that it has acquired InterPositive, Ben Affleck's AI company that specializes in tools for film and television production. The deal will see all 16 of InterPositive's current team of engineers […]

Source: The Verge · Published: 2026-03-05 21:35 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: cnbc.com

The February jobs numbers are coming out Friday. Here's what to expect

Economists surveyed by Dow Jones expect payroll growth of 50,000, following January's surprisingly high 130,000.

Source: US Top News and Analysis · Published: 2026-03-05 22:49 MSK
March 5, 2026
Global News Continue in source
Source: cnbc.com

U.S. crude oil tops $80 per barrel as escalating Iran war disrupts global fuel supplies

Oil prices have surged about 20% this week as the U.S.-Iran war engulfs the Middle East.

Source: US Top News and Analysis · Published: 2026-03-05 22:50 MSK
March 5, 2026
Global News Continue in source
Source: marketwatch.com

Investors betting on international stocks trouncing the U.S. are getting a rude awakening from the Iran conflict

The outperformance of international stocks is faltering as oil prices climb to $80 barrel.

Source: MarketWatch.com – Top Stories · Published: 2026-03-05 22:53 MSK
March 5, 2026
Global News Continue in source
Source: bbc.com

'We have been preparing': Why the boots on the ground in Iran could be Kurdish

Iranian Kurdish opposition groups in exile in northern Iraq tell the BBC they have plans to cross the border but deny already doing so.

Source: BBC News · Published: 2026-03-05 22:55 MSK
March 5, 2026
Global News Continue in source
Source: techcrunch.com

X revamps Creator Subscriptions with new features, like exclusive threads and shareable cards

X is rolling out a series of new features for creators, like the ability to offer paid threads and other marketing tools.

Source: TechCrunch · Published: 2026-03-05 23:00 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: bbc.com

Reform UK's Welsh manifesto explained in under 60 seconds

The manifesto includes income tax cuts, scraping the nation of sanctuary and building a relief road

Source: BBC News · Published: 2026-03-05 22:00 MSK
March 5, 2026
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Source: theguardian.com

Trump ousts DHS secretary Kristi Noem and replaces her with Republican senator

Noem’s tenure was marked by killings of US citizens by federal agents, a rumored affair and $220m spent on adsUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxDonald Trump on Thursday announced he was replacing Kristi Noem as homeland security secretary, after the killing of two US citizens by immigration agents and mounting reports of her questionable personal conduct attracted bipartisan criticism.It was the first major personnel shakeup of Trump’s second term, and in a post on Truth Social, the president said Markwayne Mullin, an Oklahoma senator, would take over from Noem starting on 31 March. The secretary, who he said “has served us well, and has had numerous and spectacular results (especially on the Border!)” would become special envoy for “the Shield of the Americas”, a security initiative Trump said he planned to launch over the weekend. Continue reading…

Source: World news | The Guardian · Published: 2026-03-05 21:57 MSK
March 5, 2026
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