Explore how machine learning is reshaping industries, from AI to predictive analytics.
Robotics
Google DeepMind has unveiled a new generation of artificial intelligence models designed to boost reasoning capabilities in robotics, moving robots closer to handling everyday tasks with human-like problem-solving. The latest systems, called Gemini Robotics 1.5 and Gemini Robotics-ER 1.5, are designed to help robots complete multi-step activities by
Media
Meta Platforms has unveiled Vibes, a new AI-powered video feed that allows users to create, share, and remix short-form, AI-generated videos. The launch marks another step in the company’s push to accelerate its artificial intelligence initiatives and diversify revenue streams. Starting Thursday, Vibes will be available on the Meta
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
OpenAI and Databricks have signed a multiyear deal valued at $100 million to bring advanced artificial intelligence services to large business customers. The partnership aims to make it easier for enterprises to build AI agents that can leverage their own corporate data. Under the agreement, OpenAI’s models—including its
Talent Management
For years, recruiters relied on machine learning to sift through résumés and LinkedIn profiles, searching for keywords that might indicate a good fit. While this approach helped narrow candidate pools, hiring teams still had to manually review each profile—an often time-consuming process. David Paffenholz and Ishan Gupta believed there
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
OpenAI is rolling out a new feature for ChatGPT called Pulse, designed to generate personalized daily reports for users while they sleep. The feature, which launches Thursday, provides five to ten tailored briefs each morning, aiming to make ChatGPT part of users’ daily routines — much like checking social media or
Government
Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence startup, xAI, has secured a contract with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to provide its Grok chatbot to federal agencies, the government’s procurement arm confirmed Thursday. The agreement highlights Washington’s growing push to expand the use of AI in government operations,
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
On Thursday, AI platform Clarifai announced the launch of a new reasoning engine designed to make running AI models significantly faster and cheaper. The company claims the system can double inference speed while reducing costs by up to 40%, offering a software-based boost at a time when global demand for
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Modular, an artificial intelligence startup founded by former Apple and Google engineers, announced Wednesday that it has raised $250 million in a funding round valuing the company at $1.6 billion. The latest financing nearly triples Modular’s valuation from two years ago, underscoring investor confidence in its efforts to
Semiconductors
Intel Corp. has approached Apple Inc. about a potential investment as part of its ongoing turnaround efforts, according to people familiar with the matter. The talks, still in the early stages, reflect Intel’s push to secure new partners and funding after years of declining competitiveness in the semiconductor industry.
Semiconductors
Microsoft Corp. is testing a novel way to tackle one of the biggest energy drains in artificial intelligence data centers: keeping processors cool. The company is experimenting with microfluidics, a technology that channels small amounts of fluid directly through etched pathways in chips to regulate heat. Husam Alissa, who oversees
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
SAP SE is deepening its push into “digital sovereignty” by announcing new partnerships with OpenAI and Amazon Web Services aimed at serving European governments. The German enterprise software giant said Wednesday that it will collaborate with OpenAI to deliver AI services—including ChatGPT—to Germany’s public sector through SAP’
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Enterprise AI startup Cohere announced Wednesday that it has raised an additional $100 million in funding, pushing its valuation to $7 billion. The extension builds on an oversubscribed $500 million round closed in August, which had valued the company at $6.8 billion. Alongside the funding, Cohere revealed a new