sunset over Indian street scene

India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective

Author: Jagmeet Singh

Publication Date: 7 hours ago

Summary: India’s startup ecosystem saw $11 billion in funding in 2025, reflecting a more selective approach from investors as the market matures and competition intensifies.

Equity’s 2026 Predictions

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

Author: Theresa Loconsolo, Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan, Anthony Ha, Isabelle Johannessen

Publication Date: 2 days ago

Summary: The Equity podcast team discusses predictions for 2026, including the rise of AI agents, major IPOs, and evolving trends in venture capital.

Groq's LPU chip

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

Author: Amanda Silberling

Publication Date: 3 days ago

Summary: 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.

xAI data center

The year data centers went from backend to center stage

Author: Lucas Ropek

Publication Date: 3 days ago

Summary: 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

Author: Rebecca Szkutak

Publication Date: 4 days ago

Summary: Despite high enthusiasm, the European startup market’s data shows a gap between optimism and actual investment and growth figures.

Akara AI sensor

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

Author: Russell Brandom, Theresa Loconsolo

Publication Date: 4 days ago

Summary: Akara discusses how AI can transform operating rooms by improving efficiency, safety, and patient outcomes.

Waymo car equipment

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

Author: Rebecca Bellan

Publication Date: 4 days ago

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

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

Author: Ram Iyer

Publication Date: 4 days ago

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

Akara Team

Can AI fix the operating room? This startup thinks so

Author: Theresa Loconsolo

Publication Date: 4 days ago

Summary: Akara, a startup, believes AI can address inefficiencies and safety issues in operating rooms, offering new solutions for healthcare providers.

Holographic human type AI robot

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

Author: Amanda Silberling

Publication Date: 5 days ago

Summary: A group of authors, including John Carreyrou, have filed a lawsuit against six leading AI companies, alleging unauthorized use of their works in AI training.

Marissa Mayer

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

Author: Marina Temkin

Publication Date: 5 days ago

Summary: Marissa Mayer’s latest venture, Dazzle, has secured $8 million in funding, with Forerunner’s Kirsten Green leading the round.

Alexa+ event

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

Author: Sarah Perez

Publication Date: 5 days ago

Summary: Amazon’s Alexa+ AI assistant has expanded its integrations, now supporting services like Angi, Expedia, Square, and Yelp for enhanced user convenience.

Lemon Slice founders

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

Author: Ivan Mehta

Publication Date: 5 days ago

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

OpenAI prompt injection demo

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

Author: Rebecca Bellan

Publication Date: Dec 22, 2025

Summary: OpenAI warns that AI-powered browsers could remain susceptible to prompt injection attacks, posing ongoing security challenges.

3D Google logo

Alphabet to buy Intersect Power to bypass energy grid bottlenecks

Author: Marina Temkin

Publication Date: Dec 22, 2025

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

Your Year with ChatGPT splash

ChatGPT launches a year-end review like Spotify Wrapped

Author: Sarah Perez

Publication Date: Dec 22, 2025

Summary: ChatGPT introduces a year-end review feature, allowing users to see their AI interactions in a format similar to Spotify Wrapped.

Splat

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

Author: Sarah Perez

Publication Date: Dec 22, 2025

Summary: Splat’s new app leverages AI to convert user photos into printable coloring pages designed for children.

ChatGPT logo on smartphone

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

Author: Kate Park, Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer

Publication Date: Dec 22, 2025

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

Waymo vehicle stalled in San Francisco

Waymo resumes service in San Francisco after robotaxis stall during blackout

Author: Anthony Ha

Publication Date: Dec 21, 2025

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

ChatGPT logo on smartphone

OpenAI allows users to directly adjust ChatGPT’s enthusiasm level

Author: Anthony Ha

Publication Date: Dec 20, 2025

Summary: OpenAI has introduced a feature that lets users control the warmth and enthusiasm of ChatGPT’s responses for a more personalized experience.

Kathy Hochul, governor of New York

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

Author: Anthony Ha

Publication Date: Dec 20, 2025

Summary: New York Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the RAISE Act, introducing new regulations aimed at ensuring the safety of AI technologies.

DevOps concept

Ex-Splunk execs’ startup Resolve AI hits $1B valuation with Series A

Author: Marina Temkin

Publication Date: Dec 19, 2025

Summary: Resolve AI, founded by former Splunk executives, has reached a $1 billion valuation following its Series A funding round.