OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Health for Medical Guidance
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a feature that allows users to analyze medical test results, prepare for doctor appointments, and receive guidance on diets and workout routines, marking a significant expansion into the healthcare sector. The tool enables secure integration with personal health information, including electronic medical records and wellness apps, and is designed to support users without replacing medical care. Initially available to a limited group of users, ChatGPT Health has been developed with input from over 260 physicians and aims to enhance privacy and security for sensitive health data.
Mobileye to Acquire Mentee Robotics for $900 Million
Mobileye Global Inc. is acquiring Israeli startup Mentee Robotics for $900 million, comprising approximately $612 million in cash and up to 26.2 million shares of Class A stock, as part of its strategy to enhance its robotics capabilities. The deal, which is expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, aims to combine Mobileye's artificial intelligence technology with Mentee's humanoid robotics platform to create a leader in physical AI across autonomous driving and robotics markets.
Zhipu AI Debuts on Hong Kong Exchange After IPO
Knowledge Atlas Technology JSC Ltd., known as Zhipu AI, debuted on the Hong Kong Exchange following a $558 million initial public offering, making it the first major Chinese generative-AI startup to go public. The company offered 37.4 million shares at HK$116.20 ($14.9) each, with retail shares oversubscribed more than 1,159 times, and shares rose 13.2% to close at HK$131.50. Zhipu, founded in 2019 and backed by Alibaba and Tencent, has a market capitalization of $6.6 billion based on the issue price.
Arm Holdings Launches Physical AI Unit for Robotics
Arm Holdings Plc has launched a new 'Physical AI' business unit aimed at developing semiconductors for robotics and intelligent vehicles, announced at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The unit, led by Executive Vice President Drew Henry, will focus on integrating technologies for robotics and automotive applications, capitalizing on shared sensor and safety requirements. This move is part of Arm's broader strategy to expand its revenue streams under CEO Rene Haas, who has been steering the company towards more comprehensive chip designs.
Discord files for IPO with Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan
Discord Inc. has filed confidentially for an initial public offering (IPO) and is collaborating with Goldman Sachs Group and JPMorgan Chase for the listing. The San Francisco-based chat platform, which has over 200 million monthly users, aims to capitalize on a favorable stock market environment following a surge in tech IPOs last year that raised $15.6 billion. Humam Sakhnini, who became CEO in April 2025, is leading the company as it prepares for this potential listing.
