Rakuten Cuts Issue Resolution Time by 50% with OpenAI's Codex

  1. Rakuten has significantly improved its software development process by using Codex, a coding agent from OpenAI. This integration has reduced the mean time to resolution (MTTR) by 50%, automated CI/CD reviews, and enabled full-stack builds in weeks. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  2. OpenAI has implemented measures to protect ChatGPT against prompt injection and social engineering. These defenses include constraining risky actions and safeguarding sensitive data within agent workflows. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  3. OpenAI has developed an agent runtime for the Responses API, combining it with a shell tool and hosted containers. This setup allows for secure and scalable agents that can handle files, tools, and state. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  4. Antonio Gracias, speaking at the Upfront Summit in Los Angeles, discussed his interest in "proentropic" startups—companies designed to thrive in chaotic environments. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  5. Shopify is preparing for a significant transformation in e-commerce through the use of AI shopping agents, according to president Harley Finklestein. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  6. Nvidia's GTC 2026, the company's flagship annual event, will feature a keynote by CEO Jensen Huang. The keynote will highlight Nvidia's role in the future of computing and AI, including new products and partnerships. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  7. Encyclopedia Britannica has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging copyright and trademark infringement. This is one of several legal challenges OpenAI is currently facing. (Source: Engadget) Original
  8. OpenAI's upcoming "adult mode" for ChatGPT will allow users to engage in lewd conversations but will not generate explicit images, audio, or video. (Source: Engadget) Original