WhatsApp will start charging developers for each message sent by AI chatbots on its platform in Italy, marking a new approach to monetizing AI interactions.
ServiceNow has extended its embrace of advanced AI technologies by partnering with Anthropic, following closely on the heels of a recent collaboration with OpenAI. This move underscores the company’s commitment to a multi-source AI strategy to enhance its service offerings.
Outtake, a cybersecurity startup, has developed an advanced platform that empowers enterprises to identify and prevent identity fraud. The company has attracted investment from a distinguished group of angel investors prominent in the technology sector.
Elon Musk has revealed that X will soon introduce a tool aimed at detecting "manipulated media". Although details remain sparse, the system is expected to help users identify altered images or videos, enhancing the platform's reliability.
Mark Zuckerberg envisions a future where smart glasses become an integral part of daily life, calling it hard to imagine life without them. However, it's wise to view his predictions with some skepticism, considering his earlier expectations about widespread metaverse adoption haven't yet materialized.
Microsoft, a key investor in OpenAI, has significantly benefited from the AI company's recent expansion, earning $7.6 billion last quarter. This strong financial gain highlights the impact of AI advancements on Microsoft's growth and investment strategy.
Maia is Microsoft's latest AI chip, boasting over 100 billion transistors. It achieves impressive performance with more than 10 petaflops in 4-bit precision and around 5 petaflops in 8-bit precision, marking a significant leap from its predecessor's capabilities.
European venture capital firm 2150 has secured €210 million to fund startups focused on reducing the carbon footprint of cities. This investment aims to support technologies that address urban climate challenges and promote sustainable urban development.
Obvious Ventures, a decade-old investment firm, successfully closed its fifth fund with a total of $360,360,360. The unique total reflects the firm's comprehensive approach, focusing on planetary, human, and economic well-being.
Founders Richard Zhang and Tyler Ruggles face their next big task: demonstrating to customers and investors how their AI-powered software can deliver tangible cost savings across industrial operations.
