On 2025-03-31, OpenAI received $40 billion in funding led by SoftBank, setting the company's valuation at $300 billion. The funding includes a $10 billion upfront investment, with the remaining $30 billion dependent on OpenAI's transition to a for-profit structure, marking the largest funding round for a private tech firm.

On 2025-04-01, Similarweb reported that ChatGPT exceeded 500 million weekly active users in late March 2025, demonstrating its widespread adoption.

On 2025-04-01, Qualcomm acquired VinAI's generative AI division for an undisclosed sum, enhancing its AI tooling capabilities. VinAI's CEO, Hung Bui, will join Qualcomm, marking Qualcomm's second AI-related acquisition following Edge Impulse in March 2025.

On 2025-04-01, Amazon launched Nova Act, an advanced AI model designed to automate tasks within web browsers. The model's SDK enables developers to create agents capable of performing complex, multi-step web-based automations.

On 2025-04-01, CNET provided updates on AI, including reviews of ChatGPT 3.5, OpenAI Dall-E 3, and Microsoft Copilot Chatbot, and also covered hidden AI features on the Apple Watch.

As of April 1, 2025, ChatGPT's Image Generation Tool is now available for free to all users, according to a report published on the same day.

CNET published an article on 2025-04-01 titled "These Are the Best Photoshop AI Tools: How to Use Generative Fill, Expand and Remove."

On April 1, 2025, Tinder announced the release of a new AI-powered game developed with OpenAI, allowing users in the U.S. on iOS to practice flirting with an AI bot and receive feedback. Tinder has also announced other AI features, such as an AI photo selector tool that launched last year and upcoming features for discovery and matching.

On 2025-04-01, reports surfaced that Meta is developing a high-end version of its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, codenamed Hypernova, featuring a built-in screen and app support, slated for release as early as 2025 with a price exceeding $1,000. Meta is also planning a follow-up, Hypernova 2, with two screens, targeting a 2027 launch.

On 2025-04-01, CNET released an article titled "Best Smartwatch for 2025," offering a guide to the top smartwatches available.

On 2025-04-01, CNET published articles highlighting the best laptops and wireless earbuds of 2025, providing recommendations for consumers.

On 2025-04-01, HP released the Pavilion Plus 14 (2025), an affordable OLED laptop. A review of the laptop highlights a significant, but unspecified, flaw.

Published on 2025-04-01, the NFL is adopting Sony's 8K Hawk-Eye camera system for first-down measurements starting in the 2025 football season. The system, utilizing six 8K cameras with optical tracking, promises automated measurement approximately 40 seconds faster than the manual method.

According to a CNET survey published on 2025-04-01, Americans are purchasing technology earlier than usual due to concerns about rising tariff prices.

GITEX ASIA 2025, featuring over 700 tech companies and 400 startups, will take place on April 23, 2025, aiming to connect the Eastern and Western technology ecosystems, according to an announcement published on 2025-04-01.

Organizations should secure their Gen AI products by validating and securing the underlying large language models (LLMs) to prevent malicious exploitation. AI systems should recognize malicious use, and DevOps can use clustering to identify trends for debugging AI products; data lineage is vital for tracking data origins and validating LLM data before integration.

According to a report published on 2025-04-01, Meta's VP of AI research, Joelle Pineau, is planning to leave the company in May 2025 after more than two years overseeing FAIR, while Meta plans to spend $65 billion on AI infrastructure in 2025. A Meta spokesperson announced that the company is searching for a successor to Joelle Pineau, but does not have an immediate replacement.

On 2025-04-01, Nintendo announced a Switch 2 Direct event for 2025-04-02 at 9AM ET, to be broadcast on YouTube and Twitch, lasting approximately 60 minutes, and available on Nintendo Today. CNET also reported that 70% of Gen Z and Millennial gamers are ready to purchase a Switch 2.

On 2025-04-01, it was reported that Microsoft is currently testing an AI Chatbot for the Xbox gaming platform.

On 2025-04-01, CNET published an article identifying three Nintendo Switch games that would significantly benefit from upgrades on the anticipated Switch 2 console.

Published on 2025-04-01, leaked renders suggest Google's upcoming Pixel 10 Pro Fold will feature a design similar to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, potentially with a smaller hinge gap. It is expected to include an upgraded Tensor G5 processor and may be offered at a lower price point.

Visible announced a new $45 plan on 2025-04-01, offering 4K streaming and an increased number of Global Pass days.

On 2025-04-01, Google announced an update to Gmail that will enable enterprise users to send encrypted messages to any inbox with a few clicks. The feature is rolling out in beta, starting with Google enterprise users sending emails to other Gmail users within the same organization, and will expand to any Gmail inbox in the coming weeks, with third-party email providers to follow later this year.

On 2025-04-01, an individual conducted a test drive in the Arctic to assess the performance and capabilities of electric vehicles in extremely cold conditions.

Hyundai unveiled the "Insteroid," a gaming-themed EV concept based on the Inster EV, in Seoul, according to a report published on 2025-04-01. The Insteroid features a wide body kit, spoiler, special wheels, and a racing-style interior and will be featured in a Hyundai-developed video game.