Latest AI News

AI safety tests are heavily flawed, new study finds — here’s why that could be a huge problem
By Alex Hughes published
Benchmarks test AI models on a range of factors, ranging from their logical skills to how well they deal with emotion, but these tests could be inaccurate.

ChatGPT leaked private chats into Google Search (again) — here’s how to protect your data
By Amanda Caswell published
A ChatGPT bug briefly leaked private prompts into Google Search Console. Here’s how it happened, why it matters, and what it says about AI’s growing privacy risks.

GPT‑5.1 is here — 7 prompts to test OpenAI’s smarter, more customizable ChatGPT
By Amanda Caswell published
OpenAI’s new GPT‑5.1 brings smarter reasoning, faster responses, and customizable tone to ChatGPT. Here’s what’s new — and 7 prompts to try today.

Nano Banana 2 leak just teased its power — here's the first images
By Amanda Caswell published
Google’s next AI image generator might be a big step forward — especially if you’re tired of low-res images, blurry details, or mangled hands. Here's what the leak reveals.

Google Maps just became an AI developer's dream toy — here's what the new changes could mean for you
By Alex Hughes published
Google Maps is rolling out new developer features that could change the game of AI in the future.

Best AI gifts of 2025 — 11 smart gadgets that make perfect presents
By Mike Prospero published
Want to give a gift that's a little smarter than usual? Check out our list of the 11 best AI-powered gifts for this holiday season.

I put Claude’s new reasoning skills to the test — and the results surprised me
By Priyanca Rajput published
Claude’s reasoning was tested across four complex scenarios to explore its decision-making and problem-solving skilll.

Chatbots vs Google: How the two approach sourcing information is hugely different, according to a new study
By Alex Hughes published
Chatbots and Google are searching for information in a very different way, but it could be for the best.
Here at Tom’s Guide our expert editors are committed to bringing you the best news, reviews and guides to help you stay informed and ahead of the curve!


