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Windsurf slashes prices as competition with Cursor heats up
Windsurf, an AI startup, has announced significant price reductions in response to growing competition from Cursor, aiming to attract more users and solidify its position in the market.
OpenAI seeks to make its upcoming open AI model best-in-class
OpenAI is working to develop a new open AI model that aims to set a new standard in the industry, focusing on performance, safety, and accessibility.
Here are the 19 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2025
A roundup of 19 US-based AI startups that have each secured at least $100 million in funding this year, highlighting the sector’s rapid growth and investor interest.
OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 may be less aligned than the company’s previous AI models
OpenAI’s latest model, GPT-4.1, is reported to be less aligned with user intent compared to previous versions, raising questions about model safety and reliability.
OpenAI makes its upgraded image generator available to developers
OpenAI has released an enhanced version of its image generation tool for developers, offering improved capabilities and integration options.
Google Gemini has 350M monthly users, reveals court hearing
A recent court hearing disclosed that Google’s Gemini AI platform now boasts 350 million monthly users, underscoring its widespread adoption.
Bring a plus-one to TechCrunch Sessions: AI and save 50% on their ticket through May 4
TechCrunch Sessions: AI is offering a limited-time deal for attendees to bring a guest at half price, encouraging broader participation in the event.
How to survive and thrive as tariffs, AI, and politics unsettle the rules of business
Experts discuss strategies for businesses to adapt and succeed amid shifting global trade policies, AI advancements, and political uncertainties.
AI note-taking app Fireflies adds new ways to extract insights from meeting notes
Fireflies, an AI-powered note-taking app, has introduced new features that help users extract actionable insights from their meeting notes more efficiently.
Endor Labs, which builds tools to scan AI-generated code for vulnerabilities, lands $93M
Endor Labs has raised $93 million to further develop its platform that scans AI-generated code for security vulnerabilities, addressing growing concerns in software development.
Tech resilience, breakout startups, and banking reinvented: The big conversations at StrictlyVC London in May
StrictlyVC London will feature discussions on building resilient tech, emerging startups, and the future of banking, with a focus on AI and cybersecurity.
Noxtua raises $92M for its sovereign AI tuned for the German legal system
Noxtua has secured $92 million to develop a sovereign AI system specifically designed for the German legal sector, aiming to enhance legal processes and compliance.
xAI’s Grok chatbot can now ‘see’ the world around it
xAI has updated its Grok chatbot with new capabilities that allow it to interpret and understand visual information from the world around it.
Why OpenAI wanted to buy Cursor but opted for the fast-growing Windsurf
OpenAI considered acquiring Cursor but ultimately chose to back Windsurf, citing the latter’s rapid growth and innovative approach in the AI space.
ChatGPT’s responses will now include Washington Post articles
OpenAI has partnered with The Washington Post to integrate its articles into ChatGPT’s responses, expanding the chatbot’s access to reputable news sources.
OpenAI exec says the firm would buy Google’s Chrome browser if offered the chance
A senior OpenAI executive stated that the company would consider acquiring Google’s Chrome browser if the opportunity arose, reflecting its ambitions in the web ecosystem.
