OpenAI invests in Sam Altman’s brain computer interface startup Merge Labs
OpenAI has made a significant investment in Merge Labs, a newly unveiled brain-computer interface (BCI) startup led by CEO Sam Altman, further fueling the race to connect the human brain…
The US imposes 25% tariff on Nvidia’s H200 AI chips headed to China
The United States government has implemented a 25% tariff on certain advanced semiconductors, specifically those produced outside the U.S. and shipped to China, according to a presidential proclamation signed Wednesday.…
Iran’s internet shutdown is now one of its longest ever, as protests continue
A prolonged internet shutdown in Iran is entering its second week, impacting an estimated 92 million people and representing one of the most extensive and strictly enforced digital blackouts in…
AI video startup, Higgsfield, founded by ex-Snap exec, lands $1.3B valuation
AI video generation startup Higgsfield has secured an additional $80 million in funding as an extension to its Series A round, bringing the total raise to $130 million and valuing…
Taiwan to invest $250B in US semiconductor manufacturing
The United States and Taiwan have formalized a significant trade agreement aimed at bolstering domestic semiconductor manufacturing. Announced Thursday by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the deal commits Taiwanese companies…
The AI lab revolving door spins ever faster
The movement of personnel between leading artificial intelligence laboratories and other organizations is accelerating, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest and the concentration of talent. This “AI lab revolving…
AI journalism startup Symbolic.ai signs deal with Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp
News organizations are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and enhance content creation. News Corp, the media conglomerate behind publications like The Wall Street Journal and the…
Silicon Valley’s messiest breakup is definitely headed to court
The highly publicized and increasingly acrimonious split between OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and the company’s board is almost certainly headed to court, following Altman’s swift reinstatement and the subsequent resignations…
Anthropic taps former Microsoft India MD to lead Bengaluru expansion
Anthropic, a leading U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) startup, has appointed Irina Ghose, formerly a managing director at Microsoft India, to lead its India business. This strategic move comes as Anthropic…
Harmattan AI raises $200M Series B led by Dassault Aviation, becomes defense unicorn
The landscape of defense technology is rapidly evolving, and French startup Harmattan AI is at the forefront of this change. The company, specializing in defense technology, recently secured $200 million…