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Capcom Embraces AI to Transform Game Development WorkflowsBig Tech
Capcom Embraces AI to Transform Game Development Workflows

Capcom is integrating AI into its game development to streamline workflows and tackle the complexity of modern titles like Resident Evil.

Oct 4, 20263m read
Google's DeepMind Nears Launch of Gemini 4 AI Model Under New LeadershipResearch
Google's DeepMind Nears Launch of Gemini 4 AI Model Under New Leadership

Google's DeepMind is gearing up to launch its Gemini 4 AI model soon, aiming to accelerate releases under new leadership.

Sep 24, 20263m read
OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Features to Support Families and CaregiversResearch
OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Features to Support Families and Caregivers

OpenAI is hiring a product manager to develop ChatGPT features designed to support families, caregivers, and older adults at home.

Jul 13, 20262m read
Democrats Prepare to Intensify AI Oversight if They Regain Congressional ControlResearch
Democrats Prepare to Intensify AI Oversight if They Regain Congressional Control

Democrats poised to regain Congress may increase oversight of AI firms, targeting tax credits and security amid growing concerns over artificial intelligence.

Oct 19, 20263m read
OpenAI Strengthens Creator Focus by Bringing in Key Patreon ExecutivesAI Tools
OpenAI Strengthens Creator Focus by Bringing in Key Patreon Executives

OpenAI recruits three former Patreon executives to lead its new creator-focused product efforts, signaling a push into AI-powered tools for content creators.

Sep 23, 20263m read
Runable Secures $21M to Expand AI Agents from Startup Creation to Business GrowthResearch
Runable Secures $21M to Expand AI Agents from Startup Creation to Business Growth

Runable raises $21M to enhance AI agents that not only build businesses but also drive ongoing growth and management.

Aug 26, 20263m read
Microsoft Steps Up Its AI Game with New Models and Tools to Rival OpenAI and AnthropicResearch
Microsoft Steps Up Its AI Game with New Models and Tools to Rival OpenAI and Anthropic

Microsoft unveils new AI models and tools to challenge OpenAI and Anthropic, aiming to expand its AI footprint and innovation.

Jul 30, 20264m read
Ricursive Intelligence Aims to Revolutionize Chip Design with AI-Driven AutomationResearch
Ricursive Intelligence Aims to Revolutionize Chip Design with AI-Driven Automation

Ricursive Intelligence is developing AI that designs and improves chips iteratively, aiming to speed up and automate semiconductor development.

Oct 15, 20263m read
Last Chance to Save on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Tickets Ahead of Price IncreaseStartups
Last Chance to Save on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 Tickets Ahead of Price Increase

Five days remain to save up to $200 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 tickets before prices rise on September 25.

Sep 22, 20264m read
Ex-SpaceX Engineers Launch Robotic Factory to Revolutionize Steel ManufacturingStartups
Ex-SpaceX Engineers Launch Robotic Factory to Revolutionize Steel Manufacturing

Former SpaceX engineers are building a robotic factory that blends automation and human oversight to reshape steel parts manufacturing.

Aug 18, 20263m read
Former Ramp Engineers Secure $20M to Build Creative Campaign Tools with MeliusResearch
Former Ramp Engineers Secure $20M to Build Creative Campaign Tools with Melius

Former Ramp engineers pivot from ad spend tools to creative campaign generation, raising $20M to build Melius, a platform focused on marketing asset creation.

Oct 7, 20263m read
OpenAI Seeks $30 Billion Funding Round at $1.25 Trillion Valuation Ahead of IPOPolicy & Society
OpenAI Seeks $30 Billion Funding Round at $1.25 Trillion Valuation Ahead of IPO

OpenAI plans a $30B fundraising round valuing the company at $1.25T, potentially the highest private valuation ever before its IPO.

Oct 23, 20263m read
Mecka AI Approaches $500 Million Valuation in Sequoia-Led Funding Amid Growing Demand for Robot Training DataAI Tools
Mecka AI Approaches $500 Million Valuation in Sequoia-Led Funding Amid Growing Demand for Robot Training Data

Mecka AI nears a $500M valuation with Sequoia-led funding, highlighting rising demand for robot training data in the growing robotics market.

Sep 12, 20262m read
Databricks Secures $1 Billion Funding Round at $190 Billion Valuation After Investor Demand SoarsStartups
Databricks Secures $1 Billion Funding Round at $190 Billion Valuation After Investor Demand Soars

Databricks raised $5B at a $190B valuation after investor demand far exceeded its initial $1B target, highlighting AI's rising cost and appeal.

Aug 14, 20263m read
Lambda Secures $4 Billion Funding Round at $14.5 Billion Valuation Ahead of IPO PlansPolicy & Society
Lambda Secures $4 Billion Funding Round at $14.5 Billion Valuation Ahead of IPO Plans

Lambda is raising $4 billion at a $14.5 billion valuation, preparing for a 2027 IPO with backing from Coatue and Blackstone.

Oct 7, 20263m read
OpenAI Shifts Approach by Dissolving Its AI Risk Preparedness TeamStartups
OpenAI Shifts Approach by Dissolving Its AI Risk Preparedness Team

OpenAI has disbanded its centralized AI risk preparedness team, redistributing safety responsibilities across specialized teams amid organizational changes.

Aug 17, 20263m read
Cyera Expands AI Security Reach with $1 Billion Acquisition of Oasis SecurityBig Tech
Cyera Expands AI Security Reach with $1 Billion Acquisition of Oasis Security

Cyera is set to acquire Oasis Security for $1 billion, boosting its capabilities to protect the growing number of AI agents across industries.

Jul 29, 20263m read
Base44 Launches Its Own AI Model to Boost Coding Platform’s PerformanceAI Tools
Base44 Launches Its Own AI Model to Boost Coding Platform’s Performance

Base44, a Wix-owned coding platform, launches its own AI model to enhance coding assistance and outperform general AI tools.

Jun 30, 20262m read
OpenAI Urges California to Tighten AI Safety Regulations with SB 53Startups
OpenAI Urges California to Tighten AI Safety Regulations with SB 53

OpenAI has reversed its stance and now calls for stronger AI safety regulations in California's SB 53 bill.

Aug 23, 20263m read
AMD to Acquire AI Innovator World Labs in $8.2 Billion Stock DealHow It Works
AMD to Acquire AI Innovator World Labs in $8.2 Billion Stock Deal

AMD is acquiring AI startup World Labs for $8.2 billion, bringing in advanced generative AI tech and researcher Fei-Fei Li to boost its AI ambitions.

Sep 29, 20263m read
Travis Kalanick’s Robotics Startup Atoms Secures $1.7 Billion Funding Led by a16zBig Tech
Travis Kalanick’s Robotics Startup Atoms Secures $1.7 Billion Funding Led by a16z

Atoms, led by Travis Kalanick, raised $1.7B in funding led by a16z to bring AI-powered robotics to industrial sectors.

Jul 23, 20263m read
Capcom Envisions Collaborative Game Development with AI IntegrationBig Tech
Capcom Envisions Collaborative Game Development with AI Integration

Capcom plans to integrate AI into its game development process, aiming to streamline workflows and empower creators for next-generation titles.

Oct 4, 20263m read
Neocloud Lambda Raises $1 Billion Debt to Expand Nvidia AI Chip Holdings for Microsoft LeasingResearch
Neocloud Lambda Raises $1 Billion Debt to Expand Nvidia AI Chip Holdings for Microsoft Leasing

Neocloud Lambda raises $1B debt to purchase Nvidia AI chips for leasing to Microsoft, highlighting rising costs in AI hardware financing.

Aug 29, 20263m read
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The EU AI Act: What It Means for You in Plain English

The European Union just passed the world's first major AI law. It's 400 pages long. We read it so you don't have to — here's what actually matters.

May 12, 20262m read
Tracking the AI Projects That Failed to Deliver: Lessons from High-Profile SetbacksBig Tech
Tracking the AI Projects That Failed to Deliver: Lessons from High-Profile Setbacks

A look at notable AI projects and startups that fell short, revealing the challenges behind ambitious artificial intelligence ventures.

Sep 16, 20263m read
Libraries See Surge in ‘Avoiding AI’ Workshops as Public Pushes Back Against Big TechBig Tech
Libraries See Surge in ‘Avoiding AI’ Workshops as Public Pushes Back Against Big Tech

Libraries nationwide are hosting popular 'Avoiding AI' workshops as people seek ways to resist AI's growing influence from Big Tech.

Jul 27, 20263m read
Sam Altman Addresses Early Access Issues Following GPT-6 Astra LaunchPolicy & Society
Sam Altman Addresses Early Access Issues Following GPT-6 Astra Launch

OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra launch faced early access issues, prompting CEO Sam Altman to apologize for a "messy rollout" that locked out paying users.

Sep 4, 20263m read
Linus Torvalds Pushes Back Against AI Coding Critics in Linux DevelopmentAI Tools
Linus Torvalds Pushes Back Against AI Coding Critics in Linux Development

Linus Torvalds dismisses calls to ban AI coding tools in Linux development, encouraging critics to accept change or move on.

Jul 17, 20263m read
Microsoft Unveils Surface Laptop Ultra Featuring Nvidia AI Chips and Updated Windows 11Research
Microsoft Unveils Surface Laptop Ultra Featuring Nvidia AI Chips and Updated Windows 11

Microsoft launches the Surface Laptop Ultra featuring Nvidia AI chips and an AI-enhanced Windows 11 to boost on-device intelligence.

Oct 8, 20263m read
Moonshot AI Unveils Kimi Update, Sparking Debate Over AI’s Role in SocietyBig Tech
Moonshot AI Unveils Kimi Update, Sparking Debate Over AI’s Role in Society

Moonshot AI's updated Kimi model raises debate over AI’s potential role in shaping ideological narratives and the challenges of bias in AI development.

Jul 19, 20263m read