OpenAI has decided to disable app suggestions that appeared to resemble advertisements within its ChatGPT platform. Although the company asserts that there are no current ads or advertising tests running in the tool, Chief Research Officer Mark Chen admitted they did not meet user expectations with their recent promotional messages and are looking to enhance […]
Yoodli, an AI-driven communication training startup co-founded by former Google and Apple engineers, has recently seen its valuation surge to over $300 million, more than tripling in the past six months. This growth follows a $40 million Series B funding round led by WestBridge Capital, with contributions from Neotribe and Madrona. The startup has now […]
Supabase, an open-source database platform, has reached a remarkable $5 billion valuation after raising $100 million, a short time after closing a $200 million round at a $2 billion valuation. Co-founder and CEO Paul Copplestone has adopted an unconventional strategy by refusing to accept lucrative enterprise contracts from demanding clients. Instead, he firmly believes that […]
Last year marked a significant milestone for the AI sector in the United States, with 49 startups successfully securing funding rounds of $100 million or more in 2024. Within this number, three startups achieved more than one “mega-round,” while seven managed to raise funding rounds worth $1 billion or more. As we near the end […]
Sierra, a startup founded just 21 months ago in San Francisco, has announced that it has achieved a remarkable $100 million in annual revenue run rate (ARR). Specializing in customer service AI agents for enterprises, Sierra’s rapid growth is indicative of increasing adoption of AI solutions across various industries. Co-founders Bret Taylor, a former co-CEO […]
If there’s one consensus among venture capitalists (VCs) investing in AI startups, it’s that this sector demands a unique investment strategy compared to previous tech revolutions. Aileen Lee, founder of Cowboy Ventures, articulated this sentiment during her talk at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, declaring the current landscape as a “funky time.” The traditional rules have evolved, […]
Nvidia is set to invest between $500 million and $1 billion in the AI startup Poolside, which specializes in creating AI models for software development. According to a report from Bloomberg, this funding is part of a broader $2 billion funding round that Poolside is currently pursuing, which values the company at approximately $12 billion. […]
As organizations strive for increased efficiency and competitiveness, many are urging their employees to become proficient in AI tools. This demand has exposed a significant gap in training resources available for non-technical workers. Aureliusz Gorski, the founder and CEO of Warsaw-based CampusAI, expressed that current market solutions often overlook the needs of everyday users. To […]
Mbodi is set to showcase its innovative robot training technology at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. The company aims to streamline the training process for robots, which traditionally requires extensive programming for each task. With the help of AI agents, Mbodi is looking to simplify this process significantly. Headquartered in New York, Mbodi has developed a hybrid […]
The countdown is almost over — tomorrow’s the day! In less than 24 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes over Moscone West. From October 27-29, 10,000 founders, investors, and innovators will gather in San Francisco for an exciting three days of building, connecting, and deal-making. As participants prepare, they can look forward to live demos of […]