Saturday, 17 January 2026
The US Federal Trade Commission, led by Chairman Andrew Ferguson, announced it will scrutinize talent acquisitions, known as 'acquihires,' by major tech companies to prevent evasion of antitrust regulations. Ferguson stated that the agency will assess these deals based on factors such as access to technology and intellectual property, rather than merely the number of employees involved.
OpenAI launched ChatGPT Health, a new feature within its ChatGPT platform that allows users to sync their medical records and wellness data from various sources, including Apple Health and popular wellness apps. This initiative, announced on January 7, 2026, aims to provide tailored health insights, with over 230 million users globally seeking health-related information weekly. While the tool is designed to enhance patient understanding and preparation for medical discussions, OpenAI emphasizes that it is not intended for diagnosis or treatment.
A U.S. federal court has issued a default judgment and permanent injunction against Anna’s Archive, ordering the platform to delete all copies of OCLC's WorldCat data and cease any scraping, storing, or distribution of this data. The ruling, made by U.S. District Court Judge Michael Watson, follows OCLC's request and aims to motivate third-party intermediaries to take action against the site, although skepticism remains regarding Anna’s Archive's compliance with the order.
Alphabet Inc.'s Google is negotiating with Radiate, a broadband operator backed by Stonepeak Partners, to establish a joint venture that would manage their fiber assets. The new entity is expected to include Google's GFiber and Radiate's Astound, with Stonepeak holding a majority stake and Google retaining a minority interest.
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