Alex is the AI editor at TomsGuide. Dialed into all things artificial intelligence in the world right now, he knows the best chatbots, the weirdest AI image generators, and the ins and outs of one of tech’s biggest topics.
Before joining the Tom’s Guide team, Alex worked for the brands TechRadar and BBC Science Focus.
He was highly commended in the Specialist Writer category at the BSME's 2023 and was part of a team to win best podcast at the BSME's 2025.
In his time as a journalist, he has covered the latest in AI and robotics, broadband deals, the potential for alien life, the science of being slapped, and just about everything in between.
When he’s not trying to wrap his head around the latest AI whitepaper, Alex pretends to be a capable runner, cook, and climber.
Latest articles by Alex Hughes

OpenAI rivals Elon Musk's Neuralink with planned brain computer interface — here's everything you need to know
By Alex Hughes published
OpenAI is working on something big, developing its own brain-computer interface. But what does this actually mean?

Anthropic is leading the AI race — and it's all thanks to this one problem OpenAI can't solve
By Alex Hughes published
Has Anthropic cracked the code when it comes to turning a profit in the world of AI? It looks like it has, but in a unique way.

OpenAI is reportedly working on an AI music generator after Atlas — here’s why I think that's a bad idea
By Alex Hughes published
The final piece of the OpenAI puzzle, AI music generation, could be just around the corner, but only if the company gets it right.

I asked ChatGPT to plan my meals for a week — it saved me money and hours of hassle
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT can be a quick solution when it comes to the weekly food shop. Here's how I do it.

Don’t have a Mac? These are the best alternative AI browsers to ChatGPT Atlas
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT Atlas isn't the only AI browser on the market right now. Try one of these alternatives if you can't access Atlas.

AI becomes dumber when trained on viral internet content — and there's no cure
By Alex Hughes published
So-called 'brainrot' content is not good for AI, but unfortunately, that makes up a lot of the internet now. What does that mean for the future of AI?

ChatGPT Atlas is already facing scams and jailbreaks — here’s how to stay safe while using the AI browser
By Alex Hughes published
ChatGPT Atlas is brand new, and unfortunately, that makes it the perfect opportunity for jailbreaks and scams.

Microsoft's Copilot just got a major AI overhaul, looking to compete with ChatGPT Atlas — here's what's new
By Alex Hughes last updated
The AI browser game is heating up with Microsoft Copilot looking to bring the competition with an array of new features.

I was on the fence about ChatGPT Atlas, but these planned updates could make me ditch Chrome
By Alex Hughes published
OpenAI has only recently launched its ChatGPT Atlas tool, and yet it already has updates. Here's what they look like.

ChatGPT was down — live updates on chatbot outage affecting the UK right now
By Dave LeClair, Alex Hughes last updated
Users seem to be experiencing issues with OpenAI and its ChatGPT service, as users are flocking to Down Detector to complain.

I've been a Chrome user for years — here's why I'm unsure about switching to ChatGPT Atlas
By Alex Hughes last updated
ChatGPT Atlas has arrived, challenging Chrome in a big way. But these factors are holding me back from the switch.

ChatGPT Atlas is a privacy minefield — here's why and what you can do about it
By Alex Hughes last updated
OpenAI has launched its very own browser, known as ChatGPT Atlas. But there are some major concerns when it comes to privacy.

ChatGPT Atlas launch live — OpenAI takes on Chrome with new browser
By Alex Hughes, Amanda Caswell last updated
OpenAI is gearing up for a big announcement, and all signs point to the launch of an OpenAI browser complete with agentic AI abilities.

OpenAI tightens guardrails around celebrity deepfakes after pressure from Bryan Cranston & SAG-AFTRA — here's everything you need to know
By Alex Hughes published
Sora 2 is facing increased copyright concerns over the use of deepfakes about celebrities.

I just used the most private AI chatbot on the web — and it told me some scary things about ChatGPT and Gemini
By Alex Hughes published
DuckDuckGo's AI chatbot has one major advantage over its competitors. It offers a completely anonymous service with no data collection.

Anthropic co-founder warns that you should be afraid of AI — here's why
By Alex Hughes published
Warnings over the future of AI. Clark thinks we should all be more open about the fears of this technology.

ChatGPT is becoming more human again — here's why a psychologist thinks that could be a problem
By Alex Hughes published
OpenAI's Sam Altman has just announced that ChatGPT will soon be more personable, but that could prove problematic.

Mint Mobile vs AT&T — which carrier is better for you?
By Alex Hughes last updated
Mint Mobile and AT&T are two popular carriers. Here's how their plans compare.

Verizon vs. Mint Mobile: Which carrier is better for you?
By Alex Hughes last updated
A cheap and flexible option or one of the best known carriers in the US — we can help you find the best option for your needs.

Gemini Veo 3.1 is everything AI video should be — take notes OpenAI
By Alex Hughes last updated
Improved video and audio quality come together for an impressive Gemini upgrade from Google.

Forget ChatGPT, Gemini looks set to win the AI race — here's why
By Alex Hughes published
Gemini has the money, the power and the eco-system to be a dominating force in the world of AI.

ChatGPT boss claims to have now 'mitigated' mental health issues with AI and will relax the restrictions
By Alex Hughes published
Sam Altman announces new updates on ChatGPT, including relaxed mental health tools and a new age rating.

Perplexity has a secret feature that makes it a productivity powerhouse — here's how to use it
By Alex Hughes last updated
Perplexity has a lot of hidden features in its tool; this is the one that I use the most.
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