Top 10 AI News
The US is reviewing Benchmark’s investment into Chinese AI startup Manus
The U.S. government is examining Benchmark’s investment in the Chinese AI startup Manus, reflecting ongoing scrutiny of American capital in sensitive technology sectors.
Google I/O 2025: What to expect, including updates to Gemini and Android 16
Google I/O 2025 is set to unveil major updates to its Gemini AI platform and the next version of Android, with new features and developer tools expected to be announced.
SoundCloud changes policies to allow AI training on user content
SoundCloud has updated its policies to permit AI training on user-uploaded content, a move that could impact artists and the broader music industry.
DeepSeek: Everything you need to know about the AI chatbot app
DeepSeek is a new AI chatbot app gaining traction for its advanced conversational abilities and integration with various platforms.
Meta’s speeding up the ‘Mad Men to Math Men’ pipeline
Meta is accelerating its transition from traditional advertising to data-driven, AI-powered marketing strategies, reshaping the industry landscape.
CoreWeave reportedly looks to raise $1.5B in debt as IPO disappoints
Cloud computing company CoreWeave is seeking to raise $1.5 billion in debt financing after its IPO failed to meet expectations.
This is your last chance to exhibit at TechCrunch Sessions: AI — don’t miss out
TechCrunch Sessions: AI is approaching, and this is the final opportunity for startups to secure an exhibit spot at the event.
Microsoft employees are banned from using DeepSeek app, president says
Microsoft has prohibited its employees from using the DeepSeek AI chatbot app, citing security and privacy concerns.
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 directly.
Ex-Synapse CEO reportedly trying to raise $100M for his new humanoid robotics venture
The former CEO of Synapse is seeking $100 million in funding for a new company focused on developing humanoid robots.
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, signaling a push for innovation in artificial intelligence.
Google launches ‘implicit caching’ to make accessing its latest AI models cheaper
Google has introduced implicit caching, a feature designed to reduce costs for developers accessing its newest AI models.
Google rolls out AI tools to protect Chrome users against scams
Google is deploying new AI-powered tools in Chrome to help users identify and avoid online scams.
Exhibit your startup at TechCrunch Sessions: AI while you still can!
TechCrunch Sessions: AI is offering a final opportunity for startups to showcase their innovations at the upcoming event.
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, marking a significant investment in the sector.
OpenAI launches a data residency program in Asia
OpenAI has introduced a data residency program in Asia, allowing customers to store and process data within the region to meet regulatory requirements.
Amazon’s newest AI tool is designed to enhance product listings
Amazon has launched a new AI-powered tool aimed at improving the quality and effectiveness of product listings on its platform.
Asking chatbots for short answers can increase hallucinations, study finds
A recent study suggests that requesting brief responses from chatbots may lead to a higher rate of AI-generated hallucinations.
Why Hims & Hers turned to the autonomous vehicle industry to find an AI-savvy CTO
Hims & Hers recruited a CTO from the autonomous vehicle sector to strengthen its AI capabilities in healthcare technology.
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.