Top 10 AI News

Meta updates chatbot rules to avoid inappropriate topics with teen users

By Maxwell Zeff |
August 29, 2025
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta
Meta has updated its chatbot policies to restrict conversations on sensitive topics with teen users, aiming to enhance safety and prevent inappropriate interactions.

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

By Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer, Kate Park |
August 29, 2025
The ChatGPT logo appears on a smartphone screen
This article provides a comprehensive overview of ChatGPT, covering its capabilities, use cases, and the latest updates in AI-powered conversational technology.

Trillion with a ‘T’? That’s a lot of dollars, Nvidia

By Theresa Loconsolo, Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, Maxwell Zeff |
August 29, 2025
Jensen Huang
Nvidia’s valuation has soared as the company continues to dominate the AI hardware market, reflecting the massive financial impact of the ongoing AI boom.

Host an event beyond the main event: Apply to host a Side Event at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

By TechCrunch Events |
August 29, 2025
TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 Side Events
TechCrunch invites organizations to host Side Events during Disrupt 2025, offering opportunities for networking and showcasing innovations alongside the main conference.

Billionaire Ambani taps Google, Meta to build India’s AI backbone

By Jagmeet Singh |
August 29, 2025
Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani is partnering with tech giants Google and Meta to develop a robust AI infrastructure in India, aiming to accelerate the country’s digital transformation.

Vocal Image is using AI to help people communicate better

By Anna Heim |
August 29, 2025
Vocal Image CEO Nick Lahoika at AI Startup Program launch event
Vocal Image leverages AI to enhance communication skills, offering tools that help users improve their speaking abilities for both personal and professional growth.

Trump administration’s deal is structured to prevent Intel from selling foundry unit

By Rebecca Szkutak |
August 28, 2025
Intel Headquarters Robert Noyce Building
The Trump administration’s agreement with Intel includes provisions to prevent the company from selling its foundry unit, aiming to secure domestic semiconductor production.

Anthropic users face a new choice – opt out or share your chats for AI training

By Connie Loizos |
August 28, 2025
Claude ad on side of building
Anthropic is giving users the option to opt out of having their chat data used for AI training, reflecting growing concerns over privacy and data usage in AI development.

AI or not, Will Smith’s crowd video is fresh cringe

By Amanda Silberling |
August 28, 2025
Will Smith performs live onstage
A viral video featuring Will Smith and a digitally generated crowd has sparked debate about the use of AI in entertainment and the authenticity of online content.

MathGPT.ai, the ‘cheat-proof’ tutor and teaching assistant, expands to over 50 institutions

By Lauren Forristal |
August 28, 2025
MathGPT-screenshot
MathGPT.ai, an AI-powered educational tool designed to prevent cheating, has expanded its reach to over 50 educational institutions, offering advanced tutoring and assistance.

Investors are loving Lovable

By Rebecca Bellan |
August 28, 2025
Lovable founders
Lovable, a startup focused on AI-driven solutions, is attracting significant investor interest as it continues to innovate in the technology sector.

AI hires or human hustle? Inside the next frontier of startup operations at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

By TechCrunch Events |
August 28, 2025
Web Summit panel
The upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will explore the balance between AI-driven automation and human expertise in startup operations, highlighting new trends and strategies.

How a 16-year-old company is easing small businesses into AI

By Sean O’Kane |
August 28, 2025
Man taking inventory in warehouse
A long-standing company is helping small businesses adopt AI technologies, making advanced tools accessible and practical for everyday operations.

Maisa AI gets $25M to fix enterprise AI’s 95% failure rate

By Anna Heim |
August 27, 2025
Maisa founders David Villalon and Manuel Romera
Maisa AI has secured $25 million in funding to address the high failure rate of enterprise AI projects, focusing on improving implementation and outcomes.

Nvidia reports record sales as the AI boom continues

By Russell Brandom |
August 27, 2025
Jensen Huang, co-founder and chief executive officer of Nvidia Corp
Nvidia has announced record-breaking sales, driven by surging demand for its AI chips and hardware as the artificial intelligence sector continues to expand rapidly.

911 centers are so understaffed, they’re turning to AI to answer calls

By Marina Temkin |
August 27, 2025
911 call center
Facing severe staffing shortages, 911 centers are increasingly adopting AI systems to handle emergency calls and improve response times.

Google and Grok are catching up to ChatGPT, says a16z’s latest AI report

By Sarah Perez |
August 27, 2025
AI report
A new report from a16z highlights how Google and Grok are making significant progress in AI, narrowing the gap with ChatGPT in terms of capabilities and adoption.

OpenAI co-founder calls for AI labs to safety-test rival models

By Maxwell Zeff |
August 27, 2025
OpenAI ChatGPT website displayed on a laptop screen
An OpenAI co-founder is urging AI labs to conduct safety tests on each other’s models, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability in AI development.

Here are the 33 US AI startups that have raised $100M or more in 2025

By Rebecca Szkutak |
August 27, 2025
Palico, secondaries, LP-led secondaries
A roundup of 33 US-based AI startups that have each raised over $100 million in 2025, reflecting the sector’s explosive growth and investor confidence.

From streaming to healthcare to AI, Mark Cuban reveals his ‘disruption formula’

By Theresa Loconsolo, Rebecca Bellan |
August 27, 2025