OpenAI is introducing a tailored ChatGPT experience specifically for teens under 18, automatically directing identified minors to a version that restricts access to graphic and sexual content. The move comes amid increasing regulatory scrutiny and concerns about the impact of AI chatbots on younger users, with OpenAI emphasizing the importance of significant protections for this age group.

YouTube leads streaming platforms in the US, accounting for 13.4% of all streaming TV time, according to Nielsen and CivicScience. Streaming accounts for 45.3% of reported ad-supported TV viewing, and 62% of adults have switched to streaming-only services. Marketers are advised to prioritize YouTube, especially to reach younger audiences.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says US and Chinese officials have come to a framework agreement on TikTok's future, potentially allowing US-managed ownership of the app. The agreement, which involves unspecified "commercial terms," will be discussed by President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in a meeting Friday.

Volkswagen's new "unified" battery cell is set to debut in VW's Electric Urban Car Family in 2026, with plans for wide-scale adoption across up to 80% of its EV models by 2030. The prismatic cell is designed for flexibility, accommodating multiple chemistries and form factors, and will be integrated directly into battery packs using cell-to-pack technology.

PayMore will open its 100th store, in Charlotte, N.C., driven by demand for secondhand electronics and rising prices from tariffs. The chain, which began franchising in 2020, has grown 500% in the past two years and plans to open 50 more stores this year and 640 over the next five years, including 180 abroad. PayMore's tech-powered physical stores provide a modern, secure space for selling and buying used electronics, supported by proprietary tools that streamline both in-store and online sales.