Etiquetas: Browser

Opera has launched an MCP Connector for its Neon browser, allowing third‑party AI agents such as ChatGPT, Claude, n8n, Lovable and OpenClaw to directly interact with the browser. Built on the Model Context Protocol (MCP) created by Anthropic, the feature gives these AI tools real‑time visibility of the screen and the ability to execute browsing tasks, effectively turning Neon into an autonomous agent. The connector is currently available to paid Neon users, with plans to extend a simpler version to other Opera browsers. This move positions Opera at the forefront of AI‑driven browsing. Leer más

A U.S. district judge issued a preliminary injunction that bars Perplexity’s Comet browser‑based AI agents from placing orders on Amazon. The court found Amazon’s evidence that the agents accessed user accounts without permission compelling, and ordered Perplexity to cease any such activity and delete any Amazon data it may have collected. Both companies issued statements, with Amazon welcoming the decision and Perplexity pledging to continue fighting for user choice in AI services. Leer más

Amazon has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity, alleging that the startup’s AI‑powered browser, Comet, circumvents Amazon’s terms of service by automating purchases on the retailer’s site. The dispute highlights a broader industry concern known as the “DoorDash problem,” where AI agents could bypass the customer‑relationship layers that service platforms rely on for revenue. Perplexity defends its approach as a user‑agent right, while executives from Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and other firms weigh in on the potential impact of agentic AI on their businesses. The clash raises questions about the future of e‑commerce, advertising, and platform control in an AI‑driven web. Leer más

Mozilla announced that Firefox will soon include an AI‑driven browsing experience called AI Window. The opt‑in feature adds an AI assistant and chatbot to the browser, letting users pick the underlying model and interact with web content in a more intelligent way. AI Window will sit alongside the traditional private and classic windows, and Mozilla is developing it openly with user feedback. A waitlist has been opened for those interested in early access. Leer más

OpenAI has published a detailed post‑launch fix list for its new ChatGPT Atlas browser, outlining a series of enhancements aimed at bringing the product in line with user expectations for traditional browsers while expanding its AI capabilities. The list, shared by product lead Adam Fry, includes core browser features such as tab grouping and profile switching, UI refinements like an overflow bookmarks menu, and AI‑focused upgrades such as model selection and improved agent mode performance. Additional items address everyday concerns, including an optional ad blocker, better handling of captive portals, and tighter password‑manager integration. Leer más

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a new web browser that embeds the ChatGPT AI directly into the browsing experience. Initially available for macOS, the browser offers features such as contextual memory, on‑page assistance, and an Agent mode that can automate tasks like form‑filling, reservations, and email editing. OpenAI says versions for Windows, iOS, and Android are forthcoming. The browser leverages OpenAI’s Operator agent technology and aims to streamline everyday web activities by keeping the AI companion visible alongside web content. Leer más

OpenAI's upcoming DevDay event will spotlight a range of potential updates, from a consumer AI hardware partnership with designer Jony Ive to possible changes for the Sora video generator and a rumored browser project. The gathering also follows years of debate over leadership, safety, environmental impact, and high‑profile disputes, including those involving Elon Musk. Attendees will look for the next evolution of ChatGPT after the recent Pulse features, as the company continues to navigate both technical innovation and public scrutiny. Leer más

Perplexity has announced that its Comet AI browser, previously limited to paying Perplexity Max subscribers at $200 per month, is now free for everyone worldwide. The company says the move follows a surge in interest that saw millions sign up for a waitlist, which has now been removed. Comet integrates Perplexity’s AI as the default search engine and offers a sidebar chatbot that can answer questions, summarize text, and even perform actions like sending emails or finding directions. Perplexity also hinted at upcoming mobile versions and an integrative AI assistant, positioning Comet alongside other AI‑enhanced browsers such as Google Chrome and The Browser Company’s Dia. Leer más

Google is rolling out a major upgrade to Chrome that embeds its Gemini AI across the desktop, Android, and soon iOS versions of the browser. A new Gemini button lets users ask questions and receive summaries of content in any open tab, while AI Mode becomes reachable directly from the omnibar. The integration also links to Google services such as Calendar and YouTube and adds AI‑driven security tools that can spot common scams and help manage compromised passwords. The enhancements aim to make browsing more intuitive, productive, and secure. Leer más

Google is rolling out new Gemini features in Chrome for both Mac and Windows users in the United States, making the AI agent free and broadly available. Gemini will handle everyday tasks such as grocery shopping, rescheduling deliveries, and booking appointments, with safeguards for high‑risk actions. The integration also brings Gemini access to Google Workspace for regular and Enterprise customers, linking with Calendar, YouTube, Maps and more. On desktop, the AI can work across multiple tabs, summarize information and recall closed pages, while mobile users gain deeper page context on Android and forthcoming iPhone support. The move intensifies competition with Anthropic, OpenAI, Perplexity and recent industry deals like Atlassian’s $610 million acquisition of The Browser Company. Leer más