Top 10 AI News

Nvidia says two mystery customers accounted for 39% of Q2 revenue

Anthony Ha |
August 30, 2025
Nvidia logo
Nvidia revealed that two unidentified customers were responsible for 39% of its revenue in the second quarter, highlighting the growing concentration of its business as demand for AI chips surges.

Taco Bell is having second thoughts about relying on AI at the drive-through

Anthony Ha |
August 30, 2025
Taco Bell restaurant
Taco Bell is reconsidering its use of AI technology at drive-throughs after mixed results, reflecting broader industry challenges in automating fast-food service.

Cracks are forming in Meta’s partnership with Scale AI

Maxwell Zeff, Marina Temkin |
August 29, 2025
Meta and Scale AI
Tensions are emerging between Meta and Scale AI, raising questions about the future of their collaboration on large-scale AI data labeling and model training.

Spotlight on AI at TechCrunch Disrupt: Don’t miss these sessions backed by JetBrains and Greenfield

Cindy Zackney |
August 29, 2025
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will feature a series of AI-focused sessions, with support from JetBrains and Greenfield, highlighting the latest advancements and industry trends.

Meta updates chatbot rules to avoid inappropriate topics with teen users

Maxwell Zeff |
August 29, 2025
ChatGPT logo on smartphone
Meta has revised its chatbot guidelines to prevent discussions of sensitive or inappropriate topics with teenage users, aiming to enhance safety and compliance.

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

Kyle Wiggers, Cody Corrall, Alyssa Stringer, Kate Park |
August 29, 2025
ChatGPT logo on smartphone
An in-depth guide to ChatGPT, covering its capabilities, use cases, and the technology behind the popular AI-powered chatbot.

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

Theresa Loconsolo, Anthony Ha, Kirsten Korosec, Maxwell Zeff |
August 29, 2025
Jensen Huang
Nvidia’s market value and revenue continue to soar, driven by the global demand for AI chips and infrastructure, making it one of the most valuable tech companies.

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

TechCrunch Events |
August 29, 2025
TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 Side Events
TechCrunch invites startups and organizations to host side events during Disrupt 2025, offering opportunities for networking and showcasing innovation.

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

Jagmeet Singh |
August 29, 2025
Mukesh Ambani
Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani is partnering with Google and Meta to develop the country’s AI infrastructure, aiming to accelerate digital transformation.

Vocal Image is using AI to help people communicate better

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 for voice training and feedback to help users improve their speaking abilities.

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

Rebecca Szkutak |
August 28, 2025
Intel Headquarters Robert Noyce Building
A deal structured by the Trump administration includes provisions to prevent Intel from selling its foundry unit, ensuring continued domestic chip manufacturing.

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

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, responding to privacy concerns and regulatory pressures.

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

Amanda Silberling |
August 28, 2025
Will Smith performs live onstage
A viral video featuring Will Smith and a digitally generated crowd has sparked debate over 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

Lauren Forristal |
August 28, 2025
MathGPT-screenshot
MathGPT.ai, an AI-powered tutoring platform designed to prevent cheating, has expanded its services to over 50 educational institutions worldwide.

Investors are loving Lovable

Rebecca Bellan |
August 28, 2025
Lovable founders
Lovable, a startup focused on AI-driven relationship and communication tools, is attracting significant investor interest as it scales its offerings.

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

TechCrunch Events |
August 28, 2025
Web Summit panel
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will explore the evolving balance between AI automation and human expertise in startup operations, featuring industry leaders and innovators.

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

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

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

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

Nvidia reports record sales as the AI boom continues

Russell Brandom |
August 27, 2025
Jensen Huang, co-founder and chief executive officer of Nvidia Corp
Nvidia has posted record-breaking sales, fueled by the ongoing surge in demand for AI hardware and data center solutions.

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

Marina Temkin |
August 27, 2025