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AI image generation is fast becoming a highly competitive arena, and one startup in particular is making waves not only for its technical prowess but also for its laser-focused business strategy. Recraft, led by solo female founder Anna Veronika Dorogush, recently secured a $30 million Series B funding round led by Accel, with participation from Khosla Ventures and Madrona.
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In a rare moment of corporate transparency, OpenAI recently reversed course on a major update to its flagship AI model, providing a fascinating glimpse into the challenges of developing artificial intelligence that genuinely serves human needs rather than simply appeasing immediate desires.
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In a move that could transform how millions worldwide consume video content, VLC Media Player, the ubiquitous open-source media player, has unveiled a game-changing feature: free AI-powered subtitles with real-time translation capabilities spanning over 100 languages.
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In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT have become increasingly accessible to people of all ages—including children. This development has sparked important conversations among parents, educators, and technology experts about the benefits and potential drawbacks of allowing young people to engage with AI chatbots.
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In a move that signals further consolidation in the artificial intelligence sector, OpenAI is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire Windsurf, the company behind a popular AI coding assistant, for approximately $3 billion, according to recent Bloomberg reports.
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In the fast-paced world of tech startups, few stories are as inspiring as that of Melanie Perkins, the visionary entrepreneur who transformed a bold idea into one of the world’s most valuable female-founded companies.
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OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, is reportedly developing a social media platform to challenge Elon Musk’s X and Meta’s giants, Facebook and Instagram, according to The Verge’s report.
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Look, we’ve all been there, scrolling through endless feeds, wondering if any of these digital connections actually mean anything. In this age of influencers, hollow likes and superficial connections, two Yale University juniors, Nathaneo Johnson and Sean Hargrow, are saying “enough”.
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At 17, Misbah Ashraf was selling t-shirts to his college peers; by 18, he’d waved goodbye to university to chase his entrepreneurial ambitions – a gambit that, when accompanied by a little hustle and heart, produced a fintech empire valued at $300 million.
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In an age where privacy feels increasingly elusive, Mark Zuckerberg has issued a stern warning to Facebook Messenger users: don’t screen-shot your chats—or at least, don’t expect it to go unnoticed if you do. This directive ties into a 2022 update to Messenger’s end-to-end encrypted chats, introducing a feature that notifies users when someone captures a screen-shot of a disappearing message.
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