OpenAI has announced a new “lightweight” version of its ChatGPT deep research tool, designed to aid users in compiling research reports from the web. This version will be available to ChatGPT Plus, Team, and Pro users, as well as free users starting today. Powered by OpenAI’s o4-mini model, the lightweight tool may not be as […]
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This is your final opportunity to position your brand at the forefront of the AI discussion during TechCrunch Sessions: AI Week. The deadline to apply to host a Side Event is tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT. From June 1 to June 7, TechCrunch is organizing a series of engaging Side Events leading up to and […]
Continue reading...California AI PhD student claims student visa was revoked, raising concerns about international education policies.
An AI doctoral student in California recently faced a severe threat to their immigration status when their SEVIS record, the digital proof of their valid student visa, was terminated. The student, who wished to remain anonymous due to concerns of reprisal, reported that they were informed by their college’s international student center of their identification […]
Continue reading...Rivian Appoints Cohere CEO to Board, Signaling Strong Optimism for AI Integration in EVs
Aidan Gomez, co-founder and CEO of Cohere, a generative AI startup, has joined the board of electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, as revealed in a recent regulatory filing. This appointment signals Rivian’s commitment to leveraging AI technology within its business strategy and enhancing its position as a software leader in the automotive sector. The board has […]
Continue reading...Ex-Meta Engineer Secures $14M for AI-Driven Customer Service Software Targeting Home Services
Boris Valkov is an AI engineer who previously worked at Meta, where he played a significant role in developing PyTorch, one of the largest machine learning libraries globally. During his tenure there, he recognized that artificial intelligence was set to unlock new capabilities within the software application layer. In late 2021, given these insights, Valkov […]
Continue reading...DeepMind’s CEO Demis Hassabis announces future merger of Gemini and Veo AI models at Google.
In a recent podcast episode hosted by LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis discussed the company’s plans to enhance its AI capabilities by merging its Gemini models with its Veo video-generating technology. This integration aims to improve Gemini’s comprehension of the physical world. Hassabis emphasized that they designed Gemini with a multimodal […]
Continue reading...Fintech Founder Faces Fraud Charges for Misleading ‘AI’ Shopping App Powered by Philippine Workers
Albert Saniger, founder and former CEO of the AI shopping app Nate, has been charged with defrauding investors, according to a press release from the U.S. Department of Justice. Nate, established in 2018, attracted over $50 million from prominent investors, including Coatue and Forerunner Ventures, and in 2021 secured a $38 million Series A funding […]
Continue reading...US Could Impose $1 Billion Fine on TSMC for Chip Tied to Huawei AI Processor
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is facing a potential fine exceeding $1 billion due to a U.S. export control investigation. This inquiry is linked to a chip manufactured by TSMC that was incorporated into a Huawei AI processor. As reported, the investigation stems from concerns surrounding the export of controlled technology to Huawei, a known […]
Continue reading...Incident.io Secures $62M at $400M Valuation to Empower IT Teams in Crisis Management
In today’s tech landscape, while many might claim that AI is the defining term of the decade, a broader and perhaps more crucial concept is “resilience.” This term raises important questions about how well-equipped people, organizations, and nations are to handle unexpected economic, geopolitical, social, and environmental challenges. The importance of resilience is becoming increasingly […]
Continue reading...Solve Intelligence Secures $12M Funding to Enhance AI in Intellectual Property and Patent Processes
Legal tech has significantly evolved, yet much of the work performed by intellectual property and patent lawyers still relies on traditional tools like spreadsheets and word processors. A notable new player in this space is Solve Intelligence, a Delaware-based startup that employs generative AI to streamline patent attorneys’ tasks. The founders believe that their technology […]
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