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Google Introduces On-Device AI to Chromebooks with New Gemini Features
Google is adding on-device AI capabilities to Chrome OS with new Gemini features, marking the tech giant’s continued focus on artificial intelligence. This move allows Chromebooks…Harvey AI’s Valuation Soars to $5B Just Four Months After Previous Round
Harvey AI, a startup that recently achieved a $3 billion valuation, has now experienced rapid growth to reach a $5 billion valuation in a new funding round co-led by Kleiner…Muratiâs Thinking Machines Secures Funding at $10B Valuation
Startup founded by former OpenAI executive receives investments from Andreessen Horowitz, Accel, and Conviction Partners, reaching a valuation of $10 billion. The funding will…Meta CEO Zuckerberg in Acquisition Talks with AI Startup Runway
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., engaged in discussions for a potential acquisition of video startup Runway AI Inc. as part of Meta’s focus on artificial intelligence.…Databricks Co-founder Commits $100M for AI Research Fund
Andy Konwinski, co-founder of Databricks and Perplexity, pledges $100 million to establish a new research institute funding AI researchers. The initiative has already supported…OpenAI and io’s AI Device Plans Revealed in Court Filings
Legal filings from OpenAI and io’s lawyers disclose details about their joint venture to develop an AI hardware device for the mass market. The filings shed light on the early…OpenAI Ends Partnership with Scale AI After Meta Deal
OpenAI announces the termination of its partnership with Scale AI in light of its recent agreement with Meta, creating uncertainty about Scale AI’s future. The decision raises…Microsoft to Cut Thousands of Sales Jobs Amid AI Focus
Microsoft Corp. is set to lay off thousands of employees, mainly in sales roles, as the company looks to reduce its workforce while investing heavily in artificial intelligence…Midjourney Unveils First AI Video Generation Model, V1
Midjourney has introduced its highly awaited AI video generation model, V1, and revealed plans for upcoming releases. The launch marks a significant milestone for the company’s…OpenAI Ends Collaboration with Scale AI Following Meta Deal
OpenAI is discontinuing its collaboration with data-labeling startup Scale AI, severing ties with the company shortly after Meta Platforms Inc. invested billions of dollars in it…Google AI Mode Enables Back-and-Forth Voice Conversations
Google has introduced a new feature allowing users to engage in two-way voice conversations with AI Mode, enhancing the user experience. This update marks a significant…