Top 10 AI News

Equity’s 2026 Predictions: AI Agents, Blockbuster IPOs, and the Future of VC

By Theresa Loconsolo, Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan, Anthony Ha, Isabelle Johannessen

Published: 6 hours ago

A look ahead at 2026, discussing the rise of AI agents, expectations for major IPOs, and how venture capital may evolve in the coming year.

Nvidia to license AI chip challenger Groq’s tech and hire its CEO

By Amanda Silberling

Published: 2 days ago

Nvidia is set to license technology from Groq, a competitor in the AI chip space, and bring on its CEO, signaling a major move in the AI hardware market.

The year data centers went from backend to center stage

By Lucas Ropek

Published: 2 days ago

Data centers have become a focal point in the tech industry, moving from behind-the-scenes infrastructure to a central role in powering AI and cloud services.

European market, startups, venture capital

The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet

By Rebecca Szkutak

Published: 2 days ago

Despite high enthusiasm and activity, the data on European startups shows a gap between market energy and actual performance, suggesting room for growth.

Why the operating room is ripe for AI, according to Akara

By Russell Brandom, Theresa Loconsolo

Published: 2 days ago

Akara discusses how AI can transform operating rooms, improving efficiency and patient outcomes through advanced sensor and automation technologies.

Waymo is testing Gemini as an in-car AI assistant in its robotaxis

By Rebecca Bellan

Published: 2 days ago

Waymo is piloting Gemini, an AI assistant, in its autonomous vehicles to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.

Italy tells Meta to suspend its policy that bans rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp

By Ram Iyer

Published: 2 days ago

Italian regulators have ordered Meta to halt its policy that restricts rival AI chatbots from operating on WhatsApp, citing competition concerns.

Can AI fix the operating room? This startup thinks so

By Theresa Loconsolo

Published: 3 days ago

A startup is leveraging AI to address inefficiencies and improve outcomes in operating rooms, aiming to revolutionize surgical environments.

John Carreyrou and other authors bring new lawsuit against six major AI companies

By Amanda Silberling

Published: 3 days ago

A group of authors, including John Carreyrou, have filed a lawsuit against six leading AI companies, raising concerns about copyright and data use.

Marissa Mayer’s new startup Dazzle raises $8M led by Forerunner’s Kirsten Green

By Marina Temkin

Published: 3 days ago

Former Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer has launched Dazzle, a new startup that has secured $8 million in funding, with Forerunner’s Kirsten Green leading the round.

Amazon’s AI assistant Alexa+ now works with Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp

By Sarah Perez

Published: 3 days ago

Amazon has expanded Alexa+ capabilities, integrating with services like Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp to offer users more functionality through voice commands.

Lemon Slice nabs $10.5M from YC and Matrix to build out its digital avatar tech

By Ivan Mehta

Published: 3 days ago

Lemon Slice has raised $10.5 million to further develop its digital avatar technology, with backing from Y Combinator and Matrix Partners.

OpenAI says AI browsers may always be vulnerable to prompt injection attacks

By Rebecca Bellan

Published: 4 days ago

OpenAI has acknowledged that AI-powered browsers could remain susceptible to prompt injection attacks, highlighting ongoing security challenges in the field.

Alphabet to buy Intersect Power to bypass energy grid bottlenecks

By Marina Temkin

Published: 4 days ago

Alphabet is acquiring Intersect Power to address energy grid limitations, aiming to secure more reliable power for its data centers and AI operations.

ChatGPT launches a year-end review like Spotify Wrapped

By Sarah Perez

Published: 4 days ago

ChatGPT introduces a year-end review feature, allowing users to see a summary of their interactions, similar to Spotify Wrapped.

Splat’s app uses AI to turn your photos into coloring pages for kids

By Sarah Perez

Published: 4 days ago

Splat has launched an app that leverages AI to convert user photos into printable coloring pages, providing a creative tool for children.

ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot

By Kate Park, Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer

Published: 4 days ago

A comprehensive guide to ChatGPT, covering its features, capabilities, and the technology behind the popular AI chatbot.

Waymo resumes service in San Francisco after robotaxis stall during blackout

By Anthony Ha

Published: Dec 21, 2025

Waymo has resumed its robotaxi service in San Francisco after a temporary suspension caused by a citywide blackout that affected its autonomous vehicles.

OpenAI allows users to directly adjust ChatGPT’s enthusiasm level

By Anthony Ha

Published: Dec 20, 2025

OpenAI has introduced a new feature that lets users control the warmth and enthusiasm of ChatGPT’s responses, offering more personalized interactions.

New York governor Kathy Hochul signs RAISE Act to regulate AI safety

By Anthony Ha

Published: Dec 20, 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the RAISE Act, introducing new regulations aimed at ensuring the safety and ethical use of AI technologies in New York.