Integration

WhatsApp is reportedly developing new features in its beta versions, including usernames and screen sharing capabilities. These features may enhance user experience by offering unique usernames and providing options to share screens during video calls.

Elasticsearch introduces the Elasticsearch Relevance Engine (ESRE), an AI-driven solution designed for the development of custom generative AI applications. The powerful new tool enhances data security and simplifies generative AI deployment for businesses.

Apple is reportedly preparing to unveil a smart home-style display feature for iPhone lock screens with iOS 17, potentially transforming idle devices into information hubs.

Opera introduces an innovative AI side panel, Aria, driven by OpenAI’s ChatGPT in its browser. Aria, a web and browser expert, aims to make information searching, text generation, and code creation more accessible. Available in over 180 countries, testers can access Aria by creating an Opera account and downloading the latest version of Opera One or Opera for Android beta.

Traefik Labs has introduced Traefik Hub, a Kubernetes-native API management service for publishing, securing, and managing APIs. This cloud-native solution aims to simplify API management while providing support for various proxies, including Traefik, NGINX, HAProxy, and Ambassador.

Curio, the audio journalism app, now provides AI-generated personalized audio episodes using the OpenAI model.

Azul Systems unveils Azul Zulu builds of OpenJDK with Coordinated Restore at Checkpoint (CRaC) support.

Petey, known for introducing ChatGPT to Apple Watch users, now expands its offerings for iPhone users.

Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) brings data together, advancing applications and digital core by connecting solutions and integrating applications.

Snapchat introduces a highly-customizable AI chatbot powered by ChatGPT for all users, offering recommendations and helping plan their social lives without leaving the app.

Harness, a software delivery platform provider, has launched the Continuous Integration (CI) module and Harness Feature Flags to improve integration and functionality with Jira Software.

GoDaddy has integrated Tap to Pay on iPhone technology, making mobile payments easier for US-based merchants without the need for additional POS systems. The collaboration enables businesses to accept various contactless payment methods, including contactless debit and credit cards, Apple Pay, and other digital wallets.

Google encourages developers to create IoT apps for vehicles using Android for Cars App Library, which offers driving-optimized templates to ensure compatibility with different car systems.

Strava elevates its workout app experience by integrating Spotify, providing seamless in-app access to an extensive music, podcasts, and audiobooks library. The integration enhances the user experience for fitness enthusiasts while demonstrating a focus on social integration.

Y Combinator's Winter 2023 batch includes four promising startups inspired by ChatGPT's success: Yuma, Baselit, Lasso, and BerriAI, all targeting different sectors with AI-powered solutions.

Facial recognition firm, Clearview AI, is increasingly used by US law enforcement, despite privacy concerns and wrongful arrests.

OpenAI has introduced support for plug-ins in ChatGPT to facilitate the integration of the AI-based natural language processor into various products. Major companies, including Expedia, Klarna, and Shopify, have already created plug-ins to utilize chatbot capabilities within their services.

Paperwork automation platform Anvil partners with no-code automation leader Zapier to enable seamless data collection, document generation, and workflow automation across over 5,000 apps for companies like Layr Insurance and Spruce Health.

GSMA has introduced its Open Gateway, a comprehensive framework of universal network APIs designed to provide limitless access to operator networks for developers.

Microsoft is set to increase the pricing of Bing Search APIs by over three times across all markets in a bid to recoup investments in the search engine. The new pricing will be effective May 1, 2023, and will apply to Bing's various APIs, including Image, Video, News, and Visual Search, as well as Entity Search, Web Search, Autosuggest, and Spell Check.

Salesforce has introduced its low-code DevOps Center service aimed at simplifying application building for professional and citizen developers. The platform provides consistent development processes, embedded CI/CD capabilities, and integration with various SaaS applications.

OutSystems has partnered with SAP in the PartnerEdge program to bring its powerful low-code development platform to the SAP ecosystem, support SAP S/4HANA migration, and enable rapid creation and connection of composable apps and services.

Salesforce announces the integration of RPA bots in its MuleSoft platform, aiming to accelerate digital business transformation initiatives. The no-code approach can be employed by both professional developers and citizen developers, reducing time and effort while being more adaptable to the rapidly changing systems and business requirements.

Microsoft updates its Java on Azure Toolkit with a new application-centric view for the IntelliJ IDE, aiming to improve usability.