NVIDIA Commits $2 Billion to Amsterdam's Nebius Group for AI Cloud Expansion
NVIDIA is investing $2 billion in Nebius Group, a cloud AI company from Amsterdam, emerging after the disruption of Yandex due to geopolitical conflicts. This partnership aims to deploy over 5 gigawatts of NVIDIA technology to advance AI compute power significantly.
Chinese Startup Gestala Secures $21.6M to Advance Non-Invasive Ultrasound Brain-Computer Interface Technology
Chinese BCI startup Gestala raised $21.6 million in its first funding round, securing the largest early-stage brain-computer interface investment in China. Founded by Phoenix Peng, who also started NeuroXess, Gestala focuses on non-invasive ultrasound brain technology to advance BCI applications.
EU Parliament Agrees to Ban Non-Consensual Intimate Deepfakes in AI Legislation
The EU Parliament has agreed to amendments in the AI Act that will ban the creation of non-consensual intimate deepfake images. Prompted by the Grok scandal and supported by a coalition of members, this move strengthens protections against AI misuse and highlights regulatory focus on ethical AI use.
Elaia Surpasses Funding Target, Closes Third Deep-Tech Seed Fund at €134M
Elaia has closed its third deep-tech seed fund at €134 million, surpassing its €120 million target set earlier in 2024. Backed by Bpifrance and Université PSL, the Paris-based VC's successful fundraising reflects growing investor interest in deep-tech innovation.
Facebook Marketplace Introduces AI-Powered Auto-Replies for Availability Questions
Facebook Marketplace has launched AI auto-replies that respond to availability questions, helping sellers manage inquiries more efficiently. The feature lets sellers enable customizable automated responses, improving the overall selling experience, along with enhancements to speed up listing items using AI.
Gemini’s New Task Automation: Your Phone Taking Charge
Google and Samsung have launched Gemini’s task automation feature on new devices, enabling the AI to autonomously order food and book rides through familiar apps using simple commands. Now in beta on the S26 Ultra, this technology offers a glimpse into the practical future of AI-driven personal assistants.
Google Considers Introducing Ads in Gemini
Nick Fox of Google discusses the impact of AI on the company's advertising strategies, highlighting potential changes such as the introduction of ads within Google's Gemini platform.
Advancing Heart Health in Remote Australia Through AI
Google's AI-driven initiative seeks to improve cardiovascular care in rural Australian communities by leveraging advanced technology to provide enhanced health outcomes.
Revolutionizing Google Maps with AI: Introducing Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation
Google Maps unveils two innovative AI features—Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation—designed to enhance user interaction and provide immersive, personalized navigation experiences.
Replit Secures $400M in Series D to Accelerate Global Growth and Innovation
Replit raised $400 million in Series D funding to boost its international expansion across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East while accelerating product development and infrastructure improvements.
Yann LeCun Raises Over $1 Billion to Advance Next-Generation AI with World Model Vision
Yann LeCun has raised over $1 billion to found Advanced Machine Intelligence (AMI), aiming to build AI with deep world understanding and reasoning beyond current language models. Backed by top investors and tech leaders, AMI targets AI capable of human-level intelligence for complex tasks, signaling a shift towards more capable, agent-based AI systems.
Zendesk Expands Customer Service Capabilities by Acquiring Forethought, a Pioneer in AI-Driven Support
Zendesk has acquired Forethought, a forward-thinking startup celebrated for its AI-powered customer service innovations and winner of the 2018 TechCrunch Battlefield. This acquisition strengthens Zendesk's position in delivering advanced support solutions.
Netflix's Potential $600 Million Acquisition of Ben Affleck's AI Startup
Netflix is reportedly close to acquiring Ben Affleck's AI startup for around $600 million, possibly making it one of the largest deals in the company's history. This investment underscores Netflix's ongoing commitment to advancing its technological capabilities through strategic acquisitions.
Lovable Achieves $100M Revenue in a Single Month with a Team of 146
Lovable, a Swedish technology firm, recently reported $100 million in revenue last month alone, contributing to its impressive $400 million annual recurring revenue as of February. This achievement highlights the company's rapid growth with a relatively small team of 146 employees.
Replit Valued at $9 Billion Following a $400 Million Fundraise
Replit recently raised $400 million, increasing its valuation to $9 billion within six months. The company targets $1 billion in annual recurring revenue by year's end, highlighting rapid growth and investor confidence.
WordPress Launches Private Browser Workspace with my.WordPress.net
WordPress unveils a new private workspace accessible through your browser at my.WordPress.net, enabling users to create private sites for writing, research, and AI tool use without hosting or sign-up requirements.
Meta's Moltbook Acquisition Signals a Shift Towards AI-Driven Advertising and Commerce
Meta's purchase of Moltbook indicates a strategic move towards leveraging AI agents to transform advertising and online commerce, pointing to an agent-driven web future.
Meta Introduces Advanced Scam Prevention Across WhatsApp, Messenger, and Facebook
Meta has intensified its fight against online scams by removing millions of fraudulent ads and accounts linked to crimes in the past year. Introducing upgraded scam prevention tools, the company aims to proactively stop scammers on WhatsApp, Messenger, and Facebook, improving safety for its users through smarter detection and cooperation.
Amazon Expands Its Health AI Assistant to All US Users
Amazon has broadened access to its Health AI assistant, now available to all US customers through its website and app. This move follows its major investment in One Medical and positions Amazon as a key player in healthcare AI, rivaling platforms like ChatGPT Health and Claude for Healthcare, with the goal of enhancing healthcare services via AI technology.
Samaipata Secures €110M to Support Europe's Early-Stage AI Startups
Samaipata has initiated its third fund, targeting €110M to invest in early-stage AI-focused startups across Europe. The first close raised €70M from prominent backers like Germany’s KfW and Spain’s SETT, highlighting their commitment to advancing AI innovation in the region.