Top 10 AI News
Microsoft employees are banned from using DeepSeek app, president says
Microsoft has reportedly prohibited its employees from using the DeepSeek app, according to company president Brad Smith. The move comes amid growing concerns over data privacy and security in AI-powered applications.
ChatGPT’s deep research tool gets a GitHub connector to answer questions about code
OpenAI has introduced a GitHub connector for ChatGPT’s research tool, enabling users to ask questions about code repositories and receive detailed answers, further enhancing the platform’s utility for developers.
Ex-Synapse CEO reportedly trying to raise $100M for his new humanoid robotics venture
The former CEO of Synapse is seeking to raise $100 million for a new startup focused on humanoid robotics, signaling continued investor interest in advanced robotics and AI-driven automation.
Meta taps former Google DeepMind director to lead its AI research lab
Meta has appointed a former Google DeepMind director to head its AI research lab, aiming to strengthen its position in the competitive field of artificial intelligence research and development.
Google launches ‘implicit caching’ to make accessing its latest AI models cheaper
Google has introduced a new feature called ‘implicit caching’ to reduce the cost of accessing its latest AI models, making advanced AI more affordable for developers and businesses.
Google rolls out AI tools to protect Chrome users against scams
Google is deploying new AI-powered tools in Chrome to help protect users from online scams, enhancing browser security through advanced threat detection and prevention.
Exhibit your startup at TechCrunch Sessions: AI while you still can!
TechCrunch invites startups to showcase their innovations at the upcoming TechCrunch Sessions: AI, offering a platform for exposure and networking with industry leaders.
Sequoia leads $1.5B tender offer for sales automation startup Clay
Sequoia Capital has led a $1.5 billion tender offer for Clay, a sales automation startup, reflecting strong investor confidence in AI-driven sales solutions.
OpenAI launches a data residency program in Asia
OpenAI has announced a new data residency program in Asia, allowing customers to store their data locally and comply with regional data protection regulations.
Amazon’s newest AI tool is designed to enhance product listings
Amazon has unveiled a new AI-powered tool aimed at improving product listings, helping sellers create more effective and engaging descriptions for their products.
Asking chatbots for short answers can increase hallucinations, study finds
A recent study suggests that requesting brief responses from chatbots may lead to a higher rate of hallucinations, or inaccurate answers, highlighting a challenge in AI communication.
Why Hims & Hers turned to the autonomous vehicle industry to find an AI-savvy CTO
Hims & Hers has recruited a new CTO from the autonomous vehicle sector, seeking to leverage AI expertise to drive innovation in health and wellness technology.
Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is joining OpenAI
Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart, is set to join OpenAI, bringing her leadership experience to the AI research organization as it continues to expand its influence.
Fastino trains AI models on cheap gaming GPUs and just raised $17.5M led by Khosla
Fastino, a startup that trains AI models using affordable gaming GPUs, has secured $17.5 million in funding led by Khosla Ventures, aiming to democratize AI development.
OpenAI and the FDA are reportedly discussing AI for drug evaluations
OpenAI is in talks with the FDA to explore the use of artificial intelligence in drug evaluation processes, potentially accelerating the approval of new medications.
Anthropic rolls out an API for AI-powered web search
Anthropic has launched a new API that enables AI-powered web search, providing developers with tools to integrate advanced search capabilities into their applications.
Amazon debuts a warehouse robot with a sense of ‘touch’
Amazon has introduced a new warehouse robot equipped with tactile sensors, allowing it to handle objects with greater precision and safety in fulfillment centers.
OpenAI wants to team up with governments to grow AI infrastructure
OpenAI is seeking partnerships with governments to expand AI infrastructure, aiming to ensure the responsible and scalable development of artificial intelligence technologies.
ServiceNow acquires Data.World months after snatching up Moveworks
ServiceNow has acquired Data.World, a data catalog company, just months after its purchase of Moveworks, further expanding its enterprise AI capabilities.
