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April 23, 2025
OpenAI makes its upgraded image generator available to developers
OpenAI has released an upgraded version of its image generator tool for developers, expanding access to more advanced generative AI capabilities. The update aims to help developers integrate richer image creation features into their applications.
Google Gemini has 350M monthly users, reveals court hearing
Google’s Gemini AI platform has reached 350 million monthly users, according to information disclosed during a recent court hearing. The milestone highlights the rapid adoption of generative AI tools across Google’s ecosystem.
Bring a plus-one to TechCrunch Sessions: AI and save 50% on their ticket through May 4
TechCrunch Sessions: AI is offering a special deal for attendees to bring a guest and save 50% on their ticket. The event, focused on the latest in artificial intelligence, runs through May 4.
How to survive and thrive as tariffs, AI, and politics unsettle the rules of business
As global business faces new challenges from tariffs, AI advancements, and shifting political landscapes, experts discuss strategies for companies to adapt and thrive in this rapidly changing environment.
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 allow users to extract actionable insights from their meeting notes, enhancing productivity and collaboration for teams.
Endor Labs, which builds tools to scan AI-generated code for vulnerabilities, lands $93M
Endor Labs has raised $93 million to further develop its security tools that scan AI-generated code for vulnerabilities, addressing growing concerns about the safety of code produced by generative AI systems.
Tech resilience, breakout startups, and banking reinvented: The big conversations at StrictlyVC London in May
StrictlyVC London will feature discussions on building resilient tech, the rise of breakout startups, and the reinvention of banking, with a focus on cybersecurity, AI, and deep tech innovation.
Noxtua raises $92M for its sovereign AI tuned for the German legal system
Noxtua, a startup developing sovereign AI solutions tailored for the German legal system, has secured $92 million in funding to expand its platform and support legal professionals with advanced AI tools.
xAI’s Grok chatbot can now ‘see’ the world around it
xAI’s Grok chatbot has been updated with new capabilities that allow it to interpret and analyze visual information from the world around it, marking a significant step forward in multimodal AI.
Why OpenAI wanted to buy Cursor but opted for the fast-growing Windsurf
OpenAI considered acquiring Cursor, a code-focused AI startup, but ultimately chose to invest in the rapidly expanding Windsurf, reflecting the competitive landscape in AI-powered developer tools.
ChatGPT’s responses will now include Washington Post articles
OpenAI has partnered with The Washington Post to include its articles in ChatGPT’s responses, expanding the chatbot’s access to reputable news sources and enhancing the quality of its answers.
OpenAI exec says the firm would buy Google’s Chrome browser if offered the chance
An OpenAI executive stated that the company would consider acquiring Google’s Chrome browser if the opportunity arose, highlighting the growing intersection between AI and web technologies.
A Chinese AI video startup appears to be blocking politically sensitive images
A Chinese AI video startup has been found to block politically sensitive images, raising questions about censorship and the ethical implications of AI-powered content moderation.
Character.AI unveils AvatarFX, an AI video model to create lifelike chatbots
Character.AI has launched AvatarFX, a new AI video model designed to create highly realistic chatbots, enabling more engaging and lifelike digital interactions.
Ex-Meta engineer raises $14M to help home services unlock call center revenue with AI
A former Meta engineer has secured $14 million in funding for Lace, a startup that leverages AI to help home services companies maximize revenue from their call centers.
