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Reporters Without Borders calls for halt to Apple Intelligence news feature
A false Luigi Mangione news alert generated by the new Apple Intelligence feature launched in the UK has raised concerns about the tool. Read more: Reporters Without Borders calls for halt to Apple Intelligence news feature
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:
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A16Z-backed 11x to launch 20 "digital workers" as hunts βkiller engineering teamsβ
One of the most talked about European AI startups, which specialises in developing autonomous AI-powered sales agents, is set to launch up to 20 AI agents next year and is on the hunt for βkiller engi...
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:British university spinoff Mindgard protects companies from AI threats
AI creates a dilemma for companies: Donβt implement it yet, and you might miss out on productivity gains and other potential benefits, but do it wrong, and you might expose your business and clients to unmitigated risks. This is where a new wave of βsecurity for AIβ startups comes in, with the premise that these [β¦] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Irish biotech Nuritas bags $42m to advance ingredient discovery
The company founded by Dr Nora Khaldi will use the funding to scale its operations and expand its global customer base. Read more: Irish biotech Nuritas bags $42m to advance ingredient discovery
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Quantum Algorithm as a Service (Q3AS)
Q3AS, deployment & execution of quantum algorithms by Aqora Discussion | Link
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Sono
Sleep tracker compatible with Apple Watch Discussion | Link
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Robin Capital closes Robin Fund One, building a Partner for founders from Zero to IPO
Solo GP-led Robin Capital announces the successful final close of Robin Fund One.Robin Capital empowers B2B SaaS startups that solve meaningful problems across Europe. With a particular focus on the D...
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Dell expects AI to dominate tech trends in 2025
According to Dell, 2025 will be all about AI, but warned that the era of trial and error is over. Read more: Dell expects AI to dominate tech trends in 2025
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Statuz
Your Mac's menu bar just got social Discussion | Link
Published on: December 20, 2024 | Source:Xbox 8BitDo Ultimate Mini
The Ultimate Mini Wired Controller for Xbox Discussion | Link
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Perplexity has reportedly closed a $500M funding round
AI-powered search engine Perplexity has reportedly closed a $500 million funding round, valuing the startup at $9 billion. Bloomberg, citing sources familiar, reports that the round was led by Institutional Venture Partners and that it closed earlier in December. In an email to TechCrunch, a Perplexity spokesperson declined to comment. The mammoth tranche comes as [β¦] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal...
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:OpenAI o1 API
OpenAI's most advanced model, o1 API to third-party devs Discussion | Link
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:ChatGPT adds more PC and Mac app integrations, getting closer to piloting your computer
ChatGPT can now support more coding platforms and applications on its desktop apps, opening the door for more agentic use in the future.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:A bad experience with an accounting firm spurred this founder to start Aiwyn
Accounting firms are struggling to adopt high-tech solutions. Thatβs according to a survey earlier this year from Rightsworks, which found that, while 88% of firms believe tech has had a positive impact on their efficiency, 60% are suffering from disconnected systems, inconsistent processes, and a lack of standardized workflows. Startups like Aiwyn are trying to [β¦] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal...
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Salesforce: Actually Weβre Going to Hire 2,000 Sales Execs Now To β¦ Sell AI
Salesforce, Nov 2024: We're hiring 1,000 new sales execs to sell AI!β¦ Salesforce, Dec 2024: Now we're hiring 2,000 new sales execs to sell AI β Jason SaaStr 2025 is May 13-15 Lemkin (@jasonlk) December 19, 2024 So it was just the other day Salesforce somewhat stunned the tech world by announcing it would hire... Continue Reading The post Salesforce: Actually Weβre Going to Hire 2,000 Sales Execs Now To β¦ Sell AI...
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:SpongeBob SquarePants is the latest icon to join the UEFN platform
Zoned and Paramount have brought SpongeBob to Fortniteβs UEFN platform in four new UGC-based experiences.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Ex-Twitch CEO Emmett Shear is founding an AI startup backed by a16z
Emmett Shear, the former CEO of Twitch, is launching a new AI startup, TechCrunch has learned. The startup, called Stem AI, is currently in stealth. But public documents show it was incorporated in June 2023, and filed for a trademark in August 2023. Shear is listed as CEO on an incorporation document filed with the [β¦] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:PicWordify
Automate Alt Text for Your Entire Website Discussion | Link
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:UpMeals OS
The first AI-powered operating system for food businesses Discussion | Link
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Gamefam closes year of growth with 5 of top 15 branded games on Roblox
Gamefam said that its branded games on Roblox and Fortnite have exceeded 2.7 billion brand engagements in 2024.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:In just 4 months, AI coding assistant Cursor raised another $100M at a $2.5B valuation led by Thrive, sources say
Anysphere, the developer of AI-powered coding assistant Cursor, raised $100 million Series B at a post-money valuation of $2.6 billion, according to sources with knowledge of the deal. The round is being led by returning investor Thrive Capital, the person said. This new funding comes just four months after Anysphere raised its $60 million Series [β¦] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Backed by a16z and NEA, Backflip raises $30M Series A to turn text into AI-generated designs
Led by Markforged veterans and backed by a16z, Backlip has raised $30M to democratize product design thanks to AI. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Google unveils new reasoning model Gemini 2.0 Flash Thinking to rival OpenAI o1
Unlike competitor reasoning model o1 from OpenAI, Gemini 2.0 enables users to access its step-by-step reasoning through a dropdown menu.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Stable Diffusion 3.5 hits Amazon Bedrock: What it means for enterprise AI workflows
Stability AI CEO drives enterprise AI focus home as the flagship Stable Diffusion models land on Amazon Bedrock.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:$25 billion valuation Chime takes another step toward an IPO
Digital bank Chime has reportedly filed its confidential IPO paperwork with the SEC, with an eye toward a 2025 debut. 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:How are these 9 companies giving back to the community?
It may be the season of goodwill, but these nine organisations believe in being part of the greater good all-year round. Read more: How are these 9 companies giving back to the community?
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Linden Lab has spent $1.3B building Second Life and paid $1.1B to creators
Linden Lab has spent $1.3 billion building the Second Life virtual world, which debuted back in 2003 in the first era of the metaverse.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Linden Lab has spent $1.3B building Second Life and paid $1.1B to creators (updated)
Linden Lab has spent $1.3 billion building the Second Life virtual world, which debuted back in 2003 in the first era of the metaverse.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Nintendoβs Don James will get AIAS lifetime achievement award
Don James, a longtime leader and cornerstone of Nintendo of Americaβs legacy, will be honored with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:The future games industry will favor two consoles | DFC Intelligence
DFC Intelligence has released its forecast for the games industry, in which it predicts that two out of three consoles will succeed.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Assistive24
Free assistive technology for individuals with disabilities Discussion | Link
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:How user-generated content is shaping the future of gaming and media
How studios can leverage user generated content, long-term engagement and real-world profit for both creators and studios.
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:βOrgs need to be readyβ: AI risks and rewards for cybersecurity in 2025
Cybersecurity experts talk to Code Red Communicationsβ Robin Campbell-Burt about the challenges and opportunities of AI in the sector for the coming year. Read more: βOrgs need to be readyβ: AI risks and rewards for cybersecurity in 2025
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Marama Labs opens new lab at DCU Alpha and raises β¬2m in funding
The company plans to use the funding to support its flagship product in the mRNA therapeutics market. Read more: Marama Labs opens new lab at DCU Alpha and raises 2m in funding
Published on: December 19, 2024 | Source:Pentagon Games will launch a digital world on the Tron Web3 network
Pentagon Games, a Web3 game company making immersive virtual environments, has teamed with the Tron DAO (decentralized autonomous organization) to create a new digital world on the Tron blockchain. Pentagon Games said it is working with the Tron DAO, a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and decentralized[β¦]
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