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Source: Inference provider Modal Labs closing in on $750M round at $15.75B valuation
Modal Labs, an AI inference infrastructure provider, is nearing a $750 million funding round. This new investment is expected to more than triple the startup's valuation to over $15.75 billion from…
Read the brief →OpenAI’s AI agents need to catch up
OpenAI is working to enhance its models in the area of AI agents. As the 2026 DevDay event approaches, the company aims to capture attention in the consumer-facing AI agent market.
Read the brief →AMD is acquiring AI company World Labs
AMD has announced the acquisition of World Labs, an AI research lab co-founded by Dr. Fei-Fei Li. The deal is an all-stock transaction valued at over $8 billion.
Read the brief →Winning trailer from the Future Vision XPRIZE announced
The Future Vision XPRIZE awarded the film 'The Gifted' by Jeff Synthesized. The film tells the story of an 11-year-old boy who recreates his late mother's voice using technology to care for his…
Read the brief →OpenAI reportedly in talks to raise $30B round at $1.4T valuation
OpenAI is negotiating with investors to raise at least $30 billion in a pre-IPO funding round. This funding round is seen as a bridge to the company's future IPO.
Read the brief →U.S. government launches AI chatbot with Google and SpaceXAI
The U.S. government has launched a new AI chatbot developed in partnership with Google and SpaceXAI. This public-facing tool appears to be resistant to attempts at being compromised.
Read the brief →Sam Altman says OpenAI won’t go public until its models are safe
OpenAI's CEO, Sam Altman, stated that the company will not go public until it can make better promises regarding model safety. He noted that there is no firm timeline for this decision.
Read the brief →OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol, says it nearly matches GPT-6 Astra and costs less
OpenAI has introduced the new GPT-6.1 Sol, which offers significant improvements over its predecessor, GPT-6 Sol, in handling complex professional tasks. This model includes capabilities such as…
Read the brief →OpenAI expands ChatGPT’s plug-ins with app-like interfaces and automations
OpenAI is enhancing ChatGPT plug-ins with new app-like interfaces and automation features. These updates include interactive panels and file viewers, allowing developers to create app-like…
Read the brief →OpenAI gives Codex reusable cloud environments that work across devices
OpenAI has expanded Codex with new features including reusable cloud development environments, a revamped CLI with voice controls, new code review tools, and a security-focused product for scanning…
Read the brief →OpenAI launches Dots, its bubbly agentic avatar
At its DevDay event, OpenAI introduced Dots, a new personal assistant powered by GPT-6 Astra. These assistants are designed to operate independently of specific hardware or interfaces, continuously…
Read the brief →AI-powered app maker Wabi pivots to a messaging experience
Wabi, known for its AI app-building capabilities, is shifting towards a messaging experience with its new version, Wabi 2.0. This pivot allows it to function as a personal AI agent that assists…
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