Technology News 19/12: Zara uses AI to create fashion designs, OpenAI opens its ChatGPT app library.

Zara uses AI to create fashion images.

Zara has just become the latest fast-fashion brand to use artificial intelligence to generate images of models wearing various outfits. This technology helps shorten the image production process and reflects the fashion industry's shift towards digital solutions.

According to Inditex, Zara's parent company, AI only plays a supporting role in the existing process. Zara still works directly with models, agreeing on all details and paying them the same compensation as for participating in a traditional photoshoot.

Zara combines AI and augmented reality to help customers choose the right outfit. (Source: Exhibit)

Previously, H&M and Zalando had also experimented with similar technology, confirming that AI helps increase efficiency but does not completely replace photographers and production teams.

However, experts are concerned that the application of AI will reduce the number of opportunities for photographers, models, and production teams, especially newcomers who are trying to find their place in the industry.

Marta Ortega – President of Inditex and daughter of founder Amancio Ortega – has emphasized her passion for fashion photography. She opened the MOP Foundation gallery in A Coruña to showcase the works of renowned photographers such as Annie Leibovitz, Steven Meisel, and Helmut Newton.

OpenAI launches an “app store” in ChatGPT.

OpenAI has just announced an app store integrated directly into ChatGPT, allowing users to expand their chat experience by connecting with various external services.

These applications are divided into three main groups: Feature, Lifestyle, and Productivity. Users can link ChatGPT with popular platforms such as Booking.com, Spotify, or Dropbox. For example, when connected to Dropbox, ChatGPT can help summarize reports or prepare notes from internal documents.

Some notable new apps include Apple Music – which helps you find music, create playlists, and manage your library – and DoorDash, which allows you to turn recipes and meal plans into a shopping cart.

Additionally, OpenAI has opened the door for developers to submit applications to ChatGPT through a review process. Currently, developers can only monetize by directing users to their original application or website, but OpenAI says it will explore further forms of internal revenue generation.

"Spring Journey 2026" takes workers home for Tet (Lunar New Year).

The Ho Chi Minh City Federation of Labor and Zalopay have just signed an agreement to implement the second season of the "Spring Journey 2026 - Helping Each Other Go Home" program, with the theme "Vietnam Scan QR Code - Helping Each Other Go Home". The program aims to support migrant workers in difficult circumstances to return home to reunite with their families during the Lunar New Year of 2026.

Free bus service to take workers home for Tet (Lunar New Year) in 2025.

This year's program aims to raise 1.2 billion VND to support over 800 bus tickets for union members and workers. The beneficiaries are those facing particular difficulties, such as those affected by storms and floods, job loss, raising young children, or those who haven't been able to return home for Tet (Lunar New Year) for many years.

The Ho Chi Minh City Federation of Labor is responsible for reviewing and connecting with the right recipients, while Zalopay provides the technological platform to make donations convenient, transparent, and accessible.

Mr. Quang

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