Meta to Test AI-Powered Wearable Pendant Next Year, Aiming to Revive Reality Labs

Meta is set to begin testing an AI-enabled pendant within the next twelve months, according to an internal memo obtained by The Information. The device builds on technology from Limitless, a startup the company bought at the end of 2025, and is part of a broader push that includes new AI glasses and a business‑focused subscription called Wearables for Work. The move is intended to turn around Reality Labs, which posted a $4 billion loss in the first quarter of 2026. Read more

Feb 21, 2026

OpenAI’s Growing Costs Prompt Ads and New Revenue Strategies for ChatGPT

OpenAI’s flagship chatbot, ChatGPT, now serves hundreds of millions of users, a scale that drives massive compute and energy expenses. To sustain the service, the company has shifted from its original nonprofit model to a capped‑profit structure backed by investors such as Microsoft, SoftBank and Nvidia. While subscription tiers like ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Go generate revenue, the costs remain high, prompting OpenAI to introduce advertising for free and low‑cost users. The move reflects a broader effort to balance infrastructure demands with affordable access as generative AI becomes a mainstream tool. Read more