ChatGPT goes unlimited, Google Maps turns agentic, and AI hits public safety

In this episode of AI in Flow, Claire and Peter break down OpenAI’s push to make ChatGPT more generous, with free and Go users reportedly getting unlimited text chats, a new Think button for tougher prompts, and a clearer model ladder with GPT-5.6 Sol and Luna. They also cover reports of an OpenAI and Jony Ive smart speaker aimed at 2027, plus OpenAI’s attempt to dismiss Apple’s trade secrets lawsuit.On the Google front, they explore how Google Maps is shifting from navigation to transaction, with new agentic features for ordering food and booking hotels, and what that means for local businesses, structured data, and intermediaries. The episode also looks at hyperscaler power via Mirendil’s major Google Cloud deal, Suno’s move to watermark AI music, new youth mental health guidance with the American Psychological Association, New Orleans using AI to triage some 911 calls, and SoftBank facing scrutiny tied to data centre plans.The thread running through it all: broader access, more real-world deployment, and rising pressure to get governance, safety, and trust right.About Six & FlowSix & Flow is a digital transformation consultancy helping businesses adapt, grow, and thrive in a fast-changing world. We specialise in AI, CRM, and revenue operations, blending strategy, technology, and creativity to deliver measurable impact. From scaling startups to global enterprises, we partner with ambitious teams to unlock growth through smart automation, customer-centric marketing, and forward-thinking sales enablement. Learn more at sixandflow.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.