Top 10 AI News
Meta says its Llama AI models have been downloaded 1.2B times
Meta announced that its Llama AI models have reached a significant milestone, with 1.2 billion downloads. The company continues to expand its AI offerings, focusing on generative models and developer engagement.
Meta previews an API for its Llama AI models
Meta is previewing a new API for its Llama AI models, aiming to make it easier for developers to integrate advanced AI capabilities into their applications and services.
Google launches AI tools for practicing languages through personalized lessons
Google has introduced new AI-powered tools designed to help users practice languages with personalized lessons, leveraging generative AI to enhance language learning experiences.
Google’s NotebookLM expands its AI podcast feature to more languages
NotebookLM, Google’s AI-powered note-taking tool, is expanding its podcast feature to support more languages, making it easier for users worldwide to access and summarize audio content.
Meta launches a stand-alone AI app to compete with ChatGPT
Meta has released a new stand-alone AI app, positioning it as a direct competitor to ChatGPT. The app aims to provide users with advanced conversational AI capabilities.
Meta needs to win over AI developers at its first LlamaCon
Meta is hosting its first LlamaCon event, aiming to attract and engage AI developers as it continues to expand its Llama AI ecosystem.
The deadline to book your exhibit table for TechCrunch Sessions: AI is May 9
TechCrunch reminds startups and companies that the deadline to book an exhibit table for the upcoming TechCrunch Sessions: AI event is May 9.
Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI
Jared Kaplan, co-founder of Anthropic, will be a featured speaker at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, sharing insights on the future of artificial intelligence.
Final 6 days: Save big and bring a plus-one for 50% off to TechCrunch Sessions: AI
There are only six days left to take advantage of special ticket deals for TechCrunch Sessions: AI, including a 50% discount for bringing a guest.
Here’s how to watch LlamaCon, Meta’s first AI developer event
Meta is hosting its inaugural LlamaCon event for AI developers. Here’s how you can tune in and participate in the sessions.
Yelp debuts AI voice agents for restaurants and service providers
Yelp is introducing AI-powered voice agents to help restaurants and service providers manage customer interactions more efficiently.
A16z backs UK startup Dex to scale ‘AI talent agent’ and recruitment matchmaker
UK startup Dex, which uses AI to match talent with recruitment opportunities, has secured backing from A16z to scale its operations.
Grouphug is a stealth-mode startup that plans use AI inside WhatsApp groups
Grouphug, a new stealth-mode startup, is developing AI tools designed to enhance group interactions within WhatsApp.
OpenAI is fixing a ‘bug’ that allowed minors to generate erotic conversations
OpenAI is addressing a bug in its systems that reportedly allowed minors to generate inappropriate conversations, raising concerns about AI safety and content moderation.
Alibaba unveils Qwen3, a family of ‘hybrid’ AI reasoning models
Alibaba has introduced Qwen3, a new family of hybrid AI reasoning models designed to enhance performance across a range of applications.
Hugging Face releases a 3D-printed robotic arm starting at $100
Hugging Face has launched a 3D-printed robotic arm, making robotics more accessible with a starting price of just $100.
Huawei aims to take on Nvidia’s H100 with new AI chip
Huawei is developing a new AI chip intended to compete with Nvidia’s H100, targeting the growing demand for high-performance AI hardware.
OpenAI upgrades ChatGPT search with shopping features
OpenAI has enhanced ChatGPT’s search capabilities by adding shopping features, allowing users to find and compare products directly within the chatbot.
Google shifts Android news to a virtual event ahead of its I/O developer conference
Google is moving its Android news announcements to a virtual event, setting the stage for its upcoming I/O developer conference.
