Top 10 AI News
Microsoft employees are banned from using DeepSeek app, president says
Microsoft has 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, context-aware answers directly from GitHub data.
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 developing advanced humanoid robots, signaling continued investor interest in 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 accelerate innovation and strengthen its position in the competitive AI landscape.
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 and user safety.
Exhibit your startup at TechCrunch Sessions: AI while you still can!
TechCrunch invites startups to showcase their innovations at the upcoming Sessions: AI event, offering exposure and networking opportunities in the fast-growing AI sector.
Sequoia leads $1.5B tender offer for sales automation startup Clay
Sequoia Capital is leading a $1.5 billion tender offer for Clay, a sales automation startup, highlighting continued investor confidence in AI-driven business solutions.
OpenAI launches a data residency program in Asia
OpenAI has announced a new data residency program in Asia, allowing customers to store and process data locally to comply with regional regulations and privacy requirements.
Amazon’s newest AI tool is designed to enhance product listings
Amazon has unveiled a new AI tool aimed at improving product listings, helping sellers create more effective and engaging content for their online storefronts.
Asking chatbots for short answers can increase hallucinations, study finds
A recent study reveals that requesting brief responses from chatbots can lead to a higher rate of hallucinations, raising concerns about the reliability of AI-generated answers.
Why Hims & Hers turned to the autonomous vehicle industry to find an AI-savvy CTO
Hims & Hers has recruited a CTO from the autonomous vehicle sector, seeking to leverage advanced AI expertise to drive innovation in digital health services.
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 transforming pharmaceutical approvals.
Anthropic rolls out an API for AI-powered web search
Anthropic has launched a new API that enables AI-powered web search, offering developers advanced tools to integrate intelligent 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, enhancing its ability to handle packages and improve operational efficiency.
OpenAI wants to team up with governments to grow AI infrastructure
