The Datarade Pulse: News & Insights from the Data & AI World | April 2025
I'm Eugenio, Editor & Data Industry Expert at Datarade. Welcome to the April edition of the Datarade Pulse newsletter. Let's get started!
📰 Top Headlines
1️⃣ ChatGPT Adds Shopping Results with Smarter Product Picks
OpenAI has started rolling out shopping results in ChatGPT. When users search with shopping intent, ChatGPT now shows visual product carousels, generates descriptions, and links to purchase options.
2️⃣ Alibaba Launches New Qwen 3 AI Model
Alibaba launched Qwen 3, an upgraded AI model with hybrid reasoning abilities. The company described Qwen 3 as "a more adaptable and efficient platform for app and software developers."
3️⃣ Duolingo to Replace Contractors with AI
Duolingo announced it will move to an "AI-first" strategy, using AI to automate tasks previously done by contractors. "We want employees to focus on creative work and real problems, not repetitive tasks," said CEO Luis von Ahn.
4️⃣ Debate Grows Over AI Regulation in California
California is debating new rules that would limit AI use if customers ask for a human alternative. Governor Gavin Newsom warned the rules could "threaten California’s enduring dominance in technological innovation."
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