Nous Research, the company behind the open-source Hermes agent, is reportedly close to securing a new funding round led by Robot Ventures, with notable contributions from USV and other prominent investors, valuing the company at $1.5 billion. Sources indicate that they aim to raise at least $75 million, and investor interest has been high. This […]
OpenAI is taking a significant step as ChatGPT evolves beyond individual users to encompass family-oriented experiences. The company is currently seeking a product manager in San Francisco dedicated to building features tailored for families, caregivers, and older adults. The move suggests a growing recognition that AI designs for various demographics—including children—require special consideration and safeguards. […]
Fidji Simo, who held the position of No. 2 executive at OpenAI, is stepping down from her full-time role due to an extended medical leave that has proven more challenging than she anticipated. In a note to staff, she announced that she would transition into a part-time advisory position. Simo joined OpenAI’s board in 2024 […]
Lovable, a Swedish startup focused on vibe coding, is reportedly seeking to raise $300 million, which could double its valuation to $13.2 billion. This new figure comes after the company reached a valuation of $6.6 billion in December of last year. Menlo Ventures is expected to lead the funding round, bolstered by their recent announcement […]
Meta has launched its new AI image generator called Muse, developed by the Meta Superintelligence Labs. This tool, initially dubbed Mango during its development, will be accessible for free through the Meta AI app, Instagram Stories, and WhatsApp. Muse is designed to create a variety of images, including whimsical and cartoonish types. It offers "presets" […]
Takeda Pharmaceuticals has announced a strategic partnership with Insilico Medicine aimed at enhancing early-stage drug discovery using artificial intelligence. This collaboration allows Takeda to leverage Insilico’s advanced Pharma.AI platform designed for biological target identification, molecular design, and predicting clinical trial outcomes. While the specific therapeutic areas or disease targets have not been disclosed, the deal […]
Two hundred and fifty years after the Declaration of Independence was signed, Google has unveiled a new commercial that poses the question: What if the Founding Fathers had access to Google Workspace? With the catchy tagline “Group project, but make it 1776,” the advertisement features a mostly unseen Thomas Jefferson drafting the declaration. His work […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally transforming the landscape of technology, introducing a slew of new terminology that can be intimidating for both experts and newcomers. This article offers a comprehensive glossary that breaks down the most essential AI terms, designed to help you navigate the evolving conversation around AI whether you’re developing technology, investing in […]
During a recent internal town hall, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed concerns about the slower-than-expected progress in the development of AI agents at the company. This remark came amid significant organizational changes, including layoffs and the reassignment of many employees to AI-focused teams. Earlier this year, Meta laid off approximately 10% of its workforce, amounting […]
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has presented a prototype of a "handset-like" AI device to investors, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal. This device is claimed to be thinner and sleeker than an iPhone, suggesting it might sit between a small touchscreen phone and an innovative gadget like the Rabbit R1. SpaceX indicated to stakeholders […]