Initially set to launch with the iOS 26.4 update in March, the revamped Siri features will now be introduced more slowly. Some improvements are expected to be delayed until the May iOS update, with others possibly postponed until the release of iOS 27 in September. This gradual rollout signals a longer wait for users anticipating enhancements to Apple's voice assistant.
OpenAI has disbanded its mission alignment team, which was dedicated to developing safe and trustworthy AI. The team's leader has transitioned to a new position as OpenAI's chief futurist, while other members have been reassigned within the company to support various projects.
According to sources, General Catalyst is in discussions to lead a funding round for Modal Labs, a startup specializing in AI inference that has been operating for four years.
Primary Ventures has successfully raised a $625 million Fund V dedicated to seed-stage investments across the United States. This significant milestone strengthens the firm's ability to back early-stage startups and fuel innovation on a national scale.
YouTubers have evolved from mere content creators to multifaceted entrepreneurs. Many are building side businesses that, in some instances, are growing more rapidly than their channels themselves, signaling a shift in how digital creators monetize their influence.
Facebook has rolled out new AI-driven tools that allow users to animate their profile pictures, refresh the look of Stories and Memories, and personalize text posts with unique backgrounds.
Snapchat's new 'Arrival Notifications' feature allows users to send real-time alerts to friends and family when they reach their destination. This function supports both one-time and recurring notifications for locations beyond just the user's home, making it easier to stay connected and informed automatically.
InfiniMind, founded by ex-Google Japan leaders, is creating advanced AI infrastructure that transforms large, unused video archives into easily searchable and actionable insights, enabling businesses to harness valuable intelligence from their video data.
Having secured $13 billion in equity financing just five months ago, Anthropic is now aiming to raise up to $20 billion. The surge is driven by fierce competition among leading AI labs and the escalating costs associated with computing resources, fueling the company's urgency to secure additional capital promptly.
TechCrunch’s ongoing investigation reveals that since 2017, at least 27 stalkerware companies have suffered hacks or leaks, exposing sensitive data of both customers and victims. The latest incident involves uMobix, highlighting the persistent threat these apps pose to personal privacy and data security.
