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Google DeepMind and A24 Partner to Build AI Filmmaking Tools
Google DeepMind is investing $75 million to collaborate with A24 on AI tools for filmmaking. This partnership could bring AI assistance to areas like scriptwriting and editing.
AI Chipmaker Groq Confirms $650M Raise, Re-Staffs After Nvidia's Multi-Billion Dollar Deal
Groq confirmed a $650 million funding round after Nvidia's reported $20B deal that effectively acqui-hired a chunk of its leadership and engineers, rather than a full acquisition. Groq is now expanding its neocloud business and hiring new executives to refill its ranks.
The AI World Is Getting 'Loopy'
TechCrunch reports that AI agents are evolving to work in continuous 'loops', a step beyond current agentic AI. These agents can now operate endlessly in the background, handling tasks without constant human oversight. Think of it like a team of digital assistants that never sleep, constantly refining their work. For everyday people, this means more automation in daily tasks. Imagine an AI that not only books your flights but also adjusts them based on real-time weather, price changes, and your schedule—all without you lifting a finger. However, it also raises questions about privacy and control over our digital lives.
From PGP to Mythos: A Brief History of Export Controls That Didn’t Stop Anyone
Export controls on cybersecurity software have failed for decades. The latest attempt to restrict AI tools like Anthropic's Mythos will likely meet the same fate. The technology always finds a way around these barriers, as history from PGP to spyware shows.
When the Trump administration cracks down on Anthropic, who benefits?
The Trump administration's latest moves against Anthropic could reshape the AI industry. The episode of TechCrunch's Equity podcast explores what prompted the crackdown and who stands to gain—or lose—from it.
Nobel Laureate John Jumper Is Leaving DeepMind for Rival Anthropic
John Jumper, a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, is moving from Google DeepMind to rival AI company Anthropic. This is part of a larger exodus of talent from DeepMind, as several other key researchers have also left. This shift could impact the future of AI development and competition in the field.
The Atlantic Created a Searchable Database of the Music Used to Train AI
The Atlantic has created a searchable database of music used to train AI models. Reporter Alex Reisner uncovered four datasets, including two massive collections of 12 million and 9 million tracks, offering unprecedented transparency into AI's musical influences.
Snap Spins Off AI Video Team into New Company, Dotmo, Citing Costs
Snapchat's parent company is spinning off its AI video team into a new venture called Dotmo. The move highlights the high costs of AI development and Snap's strategy to focus on its core business.
Signal’s Meredith Whittaker wants you to remember that AI chatbots ‘are not your friends’
Meredith Whittaker, Signal’s president, warns that AI chatbots are not conscious beings and treating them as friends can be misleading. She emphasizes the importance of understanding their limitations and potential risks.
Reliance Plans to Bring AI to 500M+ Users Across India
Reliance Industries, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, is integrating AI into its telecom services. The goal is to make AI as common as a phone call or text message for over 500 million people in India, transforming how they use phones, apps, and smart home devices.
Nearly Half of US Singles Wary of AI in Dating, Match Reports
A new survey reveals that 47% of singles have negative feelings about AI in dating, though many still welcome AI assistance for profile improvements and conversation starters. This highlights a growing divide in attitudes toward AI in personal relationships.
Microsoft Uncovers New Malware Stealing Cryptocurrency via USB Drives
Researchers at Microsoft have identified a new type of malware called Crypto Clipper that spreads through USB drives and uses the Tor network to steal cryptocurrency. This highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals targeting digital assets.
Microsoft Patches Two Zero-Day Flaws Disclosed by Rival Researcher Amid Heated Feud
Microsoft has fixed two zero-day vulnerabilities that were publicly disclosed by a security researcher known as Nightmare Eclipse. The patches come amid a heated rivalry between the researcher and Microsoft over disclosure practices.
Elastic Agrees to Acquire AI-Powered Bug Detection Startup Deductive AI for Up to $85M
Elastic, known for search and analytics, is buying Deductive AI, a three-year-old startup backed by CRV that uses AI to find and fix software bugs. The deal is worth up to $85 million, highlighting the growing importance of AI in software development.
Beyond Siri: Practical AI Features Coming to Your iPhone in iOS 27
Apple's iOS 27 update includes several AI-powered features beyond Siri, aimed at making everyday tasks easier. These tools focus on productivity, creativity, and personalization, enhancing the user experience without requiring technical expertise.
Baseten Raises $1.5B in New Funding as AI Inference Demand Surges
Baseten, a startup specializing in AI inference, is reportedly raising $1.5 billion just months after its last major funding round. This highlights the intense competition and high stakes in the AI infrastructure market.
Barret Zoph Leaves OpenAI Again After Brief Return
Barret Zoph, OpenAI's head of enterprise AI sales, has departed the company just five months after returning. This marks another leadership change in OpenAI's rapidly evolving executive team.
Who Decides When AI Is Too Dangerous? Anthropic and the Trump Administration Clash
Anthropic's new AI model, Fable 5, was temporarily banned by the Trump administration, sparking a debate about who should regulate AI. This highlights the growing tension between AI developers and government oversight.
Is the US Government's Anthropic Ban Accidentally Helping the Brand?
The US government forced Anthropic to pull its latest AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, over national security concerns. Critics argue the move may be backfiring, boosting Anthropic's reputation by highlighting the models' advanced capabilities.
OpenAI Is Bringing on Some Big Guns in the Lead-Up to Its IPO
OpenAI has hired Noam Shazeer, a co-inventor of the Transformer technology, and Dean Ball, a former Trump AI policy official. These high-profile additions come as the company prepares for a possible public offering.
Amazon MGM Drops Film About OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
Amazon MGM has abandoned a film about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, starring Andrew Garfield. The movie, titled Artificial, was set to depict Altman's dramatic firing and reinstatement in 2023.
AI Data Centers Get Priority Grid Access, But Supply Issues Remain
The U.S. government has ordered faster grid connections for AI data centers, but this doesn't solve the underlying electricity shortages. Experts warn it could worsen shortages for other customers and drive up costs.
Adobe’s Firefly AI studio gets a major redesign with memory features
Adobe has redesigned its Firefly AI studio, adding memory features that let it remember your creations. This makes it easier to edit and generate new designs from a single interface. The new experience is now in private beta.