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Anthropic’s new Claude feature is quietly selling you on AI

Anthropic has introduced a new Reflect dashboard for Claude that visualizes user interactions with the AI. The feature subtly reinforces how much daily work now depends on Anthropic's chatbot.

Why it matters: This dashboard could increase user reliance on Claude by making AI usage more visible and integrated into daily workflows.

Jul 10, 2026

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OpenAI says GPT 5.6 is the ‘preferred model’ for Microsoft Copilot 365 amid breakup chatter

OpenAI has named GPT 5.6 as the preferred model for Microsoft Copilot 365, addressing rumors about a potential split between the two companies. OpenAI's latest models will continue to power Microsoft's productivity suite.

Why it matters: This announcement clarifies the ongoing collaboration between OpenAI and Microsoft, providing reassurance to Copilot 365 users.

Jul 10, 2026