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Top AI & Technology News – May 21, 2025
Klarna used an AI avatar of its CEO to deliver earnings, it said
Klarna announced it used an AI-generated avatar of its CEO to present its latest earnings, highlighting the growing use of generative AI in corporate communications.
LM Arena, the organization behind popular AI leaderboards, lands $100M
LM Arena, known for its influential AI leaderboards, has secured $100 million in funding to expand its platform and support the growing AI research community.
Jony Ive to lead OpenAI’s design work following $6.5B acquisition of his company
OpenAI has acquired Jony Ive’s design firm for $6.5 billion, appointing the former Apple designer to lead its design initiatives as the company pushes further into consumer AI products.
Meta launches program to encourage startups to use its Llama AI models
Meta has introduced a new initiative to support startups in adopting its Llama AI models, aiming to foster innovation and expand the ecosystem around its open-source AI technologies.
Tensions flare between the US and China over Huawei’s AI chips
The US and China are experiencing renewed tensions as Huawei’s advancements in AI chip technology raise concerns about global tech competition and national security.
Amazon rolls out short-form AI-powered audio product summaries for select items
Amazon is introducing AI-generated audio summaries for select products, aiming to enhance the shopping experience with concise, spoken product overviews.
Google is bringing ads to AI Mode
Google will start displaying ads in its AI Mode, integrating advertising into AI-powered user experiences as part of its evolving monetization strategy.
Mistral’s new Devstral AI model was designed for coding
Mistral has launched Devstral, a new AI model specifically built to assist with coding tasks, aiming to boost developer productivity and code quality.
TechCrunch Sessions: AI welcomes Tanka CEO Kisson Lin to talk AI-native startups
Tanka CEO Kisson Lin will join TechCrunch Sessions: AI to discuss the rise of AI-native startups and the future of artificial intelligence entrepreneurship.
Google’s AI agents will bring you the web now
Google has unveiled new AI agents capable of browsing the web on users’ behalf, marking a significant step toward more autonomous digital assistants.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Early Bird savings end on May 25
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is offering early bird savings until May 25, providing a chance for startups and tech enthusiasts to attend at a discounted rate.
Shopify launches an AI-powered store builder as part of its latest update
Shopify has introduced an AI-powered store builder, enabling merchants to quickly create and customize online stores using artificial intelligence.
Uber Freight bets big on AI tools to grow its business
Uber Freight is investing heavily in AI-driven tools to optimize logistics and expand its freight business, aiming for greater efficiency and scalability.
Google’s Sergey Brin: ‘I made a lot of mistakes with Google Glass’
Sergey Brin reflects on the challenges and missteps of Google Glass, sharing lessons learned as Google continues to innovate in wearable AI technology.
The latest Google Gemma AI model can run on phones
Google’s new Gemma AI model is optimized for mobile devices, enabling advanced AI capabilities to run directly on smartphones.
Google commits $150M to develop AI glasses with Warby Parker
Google is investing $150 million in a partnership with Warby Parker to develop AI-powered smart glasses, aiming to blend fashion and technology.
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