Top 10 AI News
Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI
Jared Kaplan, co-founder of Anthropic, will be a featured guest at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, where he will discuss the latest advancements and challenges in artificial intelligence.
Improvements in ‘reasoning’ AI models may slow down soon, analysis finds
A new analysis suggests that the rapid progress in AI models’ reasoning abilities could plateau in the near future, raising questions about the next phase of AI development.
AllTrails debuts $80/year membership that includes AI-powered smart routes
AllTrails has launched a new $80 annual membership featuring AI-powered smart routes, offering users personalized trail recommendations and enhanced navigation features.
Microsoft Build 2025: What to expect, from Azure to Copilot upgrades
Microsoft Build 2025 is set to unveil major updates, including enhancements to Azure and Copilot, as the company continues to expand its AI and cloud offerings.
Google I/O 2025: How to watch all the AI and Android reveals
Google I/O 2025 will showcase the latest in AI and Android, with live streams and keynotes expected to highlight new features and products.
Even a16z VCs say no one really knows what an AI agent is
Venture capitalists at a16z admit that the definition of an AI agent remains unclear, reflecting broader industry uncertainty about the term’s meaning and implications.
Google launches new initiative to back startups building AI
Google has announced a new initiative to support startups focused on artificial intelligence, aiming to foster innovation and accelerate AI development.
Saudi prince launches AI venture as Trump, Musk, Altman, and Zuckerberg arrive for conference
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince has launched a new AI venture, coinciding with a major conference attended by high-profile tech leaders including Trump, Musk, Altman, and Zuckerberg.
Sam Altman apparently does not respect olive oil
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has made headlines for his comments about olive oil, sparking a lighthearted debate on social media.
OpenAI’s Stargate project reportedly struggling to get off the ground, thanks to tariffs
OpenAI’s ambitious Stargate project is reportedly facing delays due to tariffs, complicating efforts to scale up its AI infrastructure.
Google’s Gemma AI models surpass 150M downloads
Google’s Gemma AI models have reached a milestone of over 150 million downloads, reflecting their growing popularity and adoption in the AI community.
This American VC is betting on European defense tech; that’s still very unusual
An American venture capitalist is making rare investments in European defense technology, a sector that typically sees little U.S. VC involvement.
Trump fires Copyright Office director after report raises questions about AI training
President Trump has dismissed the director of the Copyright Office following a report that questioned the office’s handling of AI training data.
Microsoft and OpenAI may be renegotiating their partnership
Reports indicate that Microsoft and OpenAI are in discussions to renegotiate the terms of their partnership, potentially impacting the future of AI collaboration between the two companies.
Amazon offers peek at new human jobs in an AI bot world
Amazon is providing insights into the evolving landscape of human employment as AI bots become more prevalent in the workplace.
OpenAI’s enterprise adoption appears to be accelerating, at the expense of rivals
OpenAI is seeing rapid growth in enterprise adoption, with its solutions increasingly favored over competing AI platforms.
A timeline of the US semiconductor market in 2025
An overview of key events and trends shaping the U.S. semiconductor market in 2025, with a focus on AI chip development and supply chain dynamics.
The US is reviewing Benchmark’s investment into Chinese AI startup Manus
U.S. authorities are scrutinizing Benchmark’s investment in the Chinese AI startup Manus, reflecting ongoing concerns about technology transfer and national security.
Google I/O 2025: What to expect, including updates to Gemini and Android 16
Google I/O 2025 is expected to feature major updates to the Gemini AI platform and the upcoming Android 16 operating system.
