OpenAI partners with Instacart for seamless grocery shopping in ChatGPT; learn about Instant Checkout and future integrations.

OpenAI has partnered with Instacart to bring a revolutionary grocery shopping experience directly into ChatGPT. Users can now shop, check out, and pay for groceries seamlessly without leaving the app. This integration is designed to make online shopping faster, smarter, and more convenient than ever.

Karen Sutherland from Uni SC joins us to explain how the Instant Checkout feature works and how users can activate the Instacart app within ChatGPT. We also dive into Stripe’s role in ensuring secure payments and explore how OpenAI is differentiating itself in the growing agentic commerce market.

The discussion also covers user feedback so far, the Agentic Commerce Protocol that powers the app, and what future integrations or features OpenAI might roll out. Learn how this partnership fits into OpenAI’s broader business strategy and the challenges of scaling the service across platforms.

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Australia bans social media for children under 16, marking a historic step in youth online safety regulations.

Australia has made history, becoming the first country to ban social media access for children under 16. From midnight, platforms including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram will be blocked for young users across the nation. The move marks one of the strongest regulatory actions ever taken on youth online safety.

The new law requires ten major digital platforms to comply or face fines of up to A$49.5 million. The decision comes amid growing global concerns about the impact of social media on children’s mental health, with other countries watching closely as they consider similar measures.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the ban is designed to support young Australians and reduce harmful pressures created by constant digital engagement. While platforms are preparing to use age-inference technology to comply, critics warn the ban could isolate vulnerable teens.

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Yosef Farm pioneers organic farming in Israel’s desert, showcasing advanced techniques to cultivate crops in harsh conditions

For thousands of years, it’s been a global human challenge – how to farm agriculture in dry, arid environments.

Yosef Farm in Southern Israel, is redefining desert agriculture with innovative organic farming methods. By employing advanced water management and leveraging ample sunlight, the farm successfully grows crops in a challenging climate while keeping pests at bay thanks to its remote location.

The farm specialises in cucumbers – baby, regular, and cornichon – grown in greenhouses during winter, along with fresh tomatoes. All produce is sold exclusively to Israel’s organic market, partnering with local shops and dealers to bring quality crops to consumers.

Yosef Farm in Southern Israel, is redefining desert agriculture.

Human touch

Water efficiency is a cornerstone of Yosef Farm, using Mediterranean desalination facilities, drip irrigation, and high-pressure systems.

Founder Roey Yosef advocates for agricultural development in desert areas, encouraging others to consider desert farming and choose crops wisely.

He also explains the importance of readiness and resilience, drawing from his experiences responding to regional crises near the Gaza Strip.

On October 7, Roey was on his farm when word came through that there had ben an attack. As an army reservist, he instinctively knew how to respond, having his farm in the hands of his workers while he went to the border to protect his country.

Ahron Young traveled to Israel as a guest of the Foreign Ministry climate delegation.