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Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
1 day ago

Same Problem, Same Solution: Reading Trade Secrets Across Fields

The Federal Circuit reversed a jury verdict against Texas urologists for misappropriating trade secrets related to the Penuma penile implant.
#bitcoin
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

When Quantum Computers Come For Your Bitcoin: What Classical Property Law Says Happens Next

Bitcoin's future is challenged by quantum computing, raising questions about ownership and legality of coins accessed through quantum-derived keys.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

When Quantum Computers Come For Your Bitcoin: What Classical Property Law Says Happens Next

Bitcoin's future is challenged by quantum computing, raising questions about ownership and legality of coins accessed through quantum-derived keys.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

The Whole Entire Universe: 21 Million, One Painting

Bitcoin's fixed supply of 21 million is represented physically through art, emphasizing its significance and the labor behind its abstraction.
#apple
Apple
fromEngadget
11 hours ago

Apple avoids a second import ban for its redesigned smartwatches in latest court ruling

Apple's redesigned smartwatches can continue selling after the ITC ruled against an import ban related to Masimo's patents.
Apple
fromEngadget
11 hours ago

Apple avoids a second import ban for its redesigned smartwatches in latest court ruling

Apple's redesigned smartwatches can continue selling after the ITC ruled against an import ban related to Masimo's patents.
#ai-regulation
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
13 hours ago

San Jose lawmaker at center of AI regulation fight - San Jose Spotlight

A coalition urges Rep. Sam Liccardo to reject a pro-AI PAC endorsement that seeks to centralize AI regulation under federal control.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Anthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI Backed

Anthropic opposes Illinois bill SB 3444, which would shield AI labs from liability for large-scale harm caused by their systems.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
13 hours ago

San Jose lawmaker at center of AI regulation fight - San Jose Spotlight

A coalition urges Rep. Sam Liccardo to reject a pro-AI PAC endorsement that seeks to centralize AI regulation under federal control.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Anthropic Opposes the Extreme AI Liability Bill That OpenAI Backed

Anthropic opposes Illinois bill SB 3444, which would shield AI labs from liability for large-scale harm caused by their systems.
Law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
8 hours ago

Jenner Meme Coin Lawsuit Dismissed Under Howey Test by Los Angeles Federal Judge

A federal judge ruled Caitlyn Jenner's JENNER meme coin is not a security, dismissing all related claims in a class action lawsuit.
#san-francisco
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 day ago

What San Francisco's AI billboards say about the state of the industry

San Francisco's billboards reflect a booming AI industry focused on practical applications, largely ignoring safety and governance issues.
#ai
fromFortune
17 hours ago
Startup companies

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Venture
fromFortune
2 days ago

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
18 hours ago

Cursor in talks to raise $2B at $50B valuation after hitting $2B ARR in three years

Cursor is raising at least $2 billion at a $50 billion valuation, marking the fastest B2B scaling in enterprise software history.
Tech industry
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

The 'AI is inevitable' trap

Allbirds claims to be an AI company, reflecting a trend of companies leveraging AI for market gains despite mixed public sentiment.
Startup companies
fromFortune
17 hours ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Venture
fromFortune
2 days ago

Exclusive: Eigen raises a seed round from Benchmark to build the world's first 'mutual friend' | Fortune

AI's impact on social connection is concerning, as shared cultural experiences diminish and hyper-personalization may exacerbate loneliness.
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

This Tech Investor Hasn't Touched a Laptop or Desktop Computer Since 2010. Here's Why.

Keith Rabois has operated without laptops since 2010, using only mobile devices for increased focus and productivity.
#anthropic
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Anthropic shrugs off VC funding offers valuing it at $800B+, for now | TechCrunch

Anthropic is not currently interested in new funding offers despite high valuations and significant capital expenditures.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
3 days ago

Anthropic has attracted investor offers at an $800 billion valuation

Anthropic's valuation has surged to $800 billion, driven by unprecedented revenue growth and enterprise adoption of its Claude models.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Anthropic shrugs off VC funding offers valuing it at $800B+, for now | TechCrunch

Anthropic is not currently interested in new funding offers despite high valuations and significant capital expenditures.
Venture
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
3 days ago

Anthropic has attracted investor offers at an $800 billion valuation

Anthropic's valuation has surged to $800 billion, driven by unprecedented revenue growth and enterprise adoption of its Claude models.
European startups
fromComputerworld
1 day ago

UK wants to build sovereign AI - with just 0.08% of OpenAI's market cap

The UK government struggles to invest effectively in national IT champions, with past successes slipping out of UK ownership.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
Fundraising
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Digital Art NFT Marketplace Foundation Closes After Failed Acquisition in Early 2026

Foundation NFT marketplace has permanently shut down after Blackdove's acquisition deal fell through.
Media industry
fromObserver
1 day ago

Facing A.I. Slop and Shifting Algorithms, Brands Bet on Streamers to Stay Real

MrBeast exemplifies success in the creator economy, leveraging YouTube and livestreams while expanding into various media ventures.
Marketing tech
fromDigiday
2 days ago

The Rundown: Q1 dealmaking cools across ad tech and martech as AI remains the hottest ticket

Ad tech sector experienced recent mergers and acquisitions, contrasting with a slowdown in overall deal-making due to macroeconomic uncertainty.
EU data protection
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

MiCA Decoded: Your Crypto White Paper Can't Just Be a Gitbook or PDF

A MiCA white paper is a formal regulatory document, not a marketing tool, with strict compliance requirements for crypto-assets in the EU.
Environment
fromFast Company
2 days ago

A U.S. state just banned big AI data centers. Here's why it might not be the last

Maine has enacted a temporary ban on large data centers to assess their environmental and energy impacts before allowing construction.
Music production
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Anna's Archive told to pay Spotify and record labels $322 million over unprecedented music scraping

Anna's Archive was ordered to pay $322 million for illegally scraping Spotify's music library.
Careers
fromFortune
2 days ago

This CEO pirated video games as a teen and became a hacker for the Air Force. Now he's built a $3 billion cyber firm | Fortune

Gen Z should trust instincts in career paths, as demonstrated by Kyle Hanslovan's unconventional journey to CEO of a $3 billion cybersecurity firm.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 days ago

The Paradox of China's Crypto Regulation and Capital Going Global (Part 2)

China's crypto capital expands globally despite domestic regulatory tightening, focusing on infrastructure and sovereign digital currency rather than token-based financialization.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
5 days ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

AI Upgrades, Security Breaches, and Industry Shifts Define This Week in Tech - TechRepublic

AI innovation and security threats are reshaping technology and corporate strategies across various platforms and applications.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
23 hours ago

Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals

91% of crypto protocols generate revenue, but less than 1% disclose market maker deals, highlighting transparency issues and risks for investors.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

The White House met with Anthropic's CEO to discuss collaboration on AI technology amid ongoing legal issues with the Department of Defense.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

White House and Anthropic set aside court fight to meet amid fears over Mythos model

The White House met with Anthropic's CEO to discuss collaboration on AI technology amid ongoing legal issues with the Department of Defense.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Sources: Cursor in talks to raise $2B+ at $50B valuation as enterprise growth surges | TechCrunch

Cursor is nearing a funding round of at least $2 billion, with returning investors Thrive and Andreessen Horowitz expected to lead the financing at a $50 billion valuation. The deal terms are not final and may still change.
Venture
SF politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

They want to represent S.F. in Congress. Here's how they'd tackle AI, crypto and tech.

Candidates for California's 11th congressional district emphasize tech regulation, with differing views on federal digital currency and the role of tech in government.
Media industry
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The stigma around AI in journalism may be easing, but trust is still fragile

There is a growing acceptance of AI in journalism, despite initial reluctance and a recent controversy over AI-generated content.
Privacy technologies
fromDigital Trends
2 days ago

Damning report finds Apple and Google's app stores boosting nudify apps

Apple and Google are promoting harmful nudify apps through their search and advertising systems, despite policies against adult content.
Law
fromLawSites
3 days ago

New FlyTech-LawSites Report on Legal Tech Advertising Finds Market Splitting Between Commoditization and Competition as Demand Surges

Legal tech advertising is growing rapidly, with a significant drop in lead costs indicating increased demand and evolving buyer behavior.
Marketing tech
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Meta Cases Put Social Media Platforms at Securities Fraud Risk

Social media platforms face new legal challenges regarding their role in facilitating fraudulent securities schemes.
EU data protection
fromnews.bitcoin.com
6 days ago

Only 25 + 40 Days to Get a MiCA License? Let's Decode the Actual Timeline

The realistic timeline for CASP authorization in the EU is 8 to 12 months, contrary to the common 1 to 3 months estimate.
Cryptocurrency
fromFortune
1 day ago

Meet the crypto guru to the Fortune 500 | Fortune

CFOs are hesitant to adopt blockchain despite its existing infrastructure and Fortune 500 companies experimenting with it.
Intellectual property law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 day ago

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, April 17: CAFC Reverses District Court Rulings in Penile Implant Patent Case; CJEU Clarifies Scope of 'Pastiche' Copyright Exception; Stanford AI Index Shows Tech Gap Between U.S. And China Nearly Gone

The Federal Circuit reversed a California court's denial of JMOL on trade secret and patent inventorship claims regarding a cosmetic penile implant.
#generative-ai
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Factory hits $1.5B valuation to build AI coding for enterprises | TechCrunch

AI-assisted coding is the most popular use case for generative AI, with Factory raising $150 million to develop AI agents for engineering teams.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Factory hits $1.5B valuation to build AI coding for enterprises | TechCrunch

AI-assisted coding is the most popular use case for generative AI, with Factory raising $150 million to develop AI agents for engineering teams.
Privacy technologies
fromPetaPixel
2 days ago

Apple and Google Direct Users to AI 'Nudify' Apps: Report

Apple and Google facilitate access to nudify apps that create deepfake nude images despite policies against nonconsensual sexualized content.
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

This simulation startup wants to be the Cursor for physical AI | TechCrunch

Antioch aims to close the sim-to-real gap, addressing the challenge of making virtual environments realistic enough for robots to operate reliably in the physical world.
Startup companies
Law
fromAdExchanger
4 days ago

For Google Advertisers Who Overpaid The Monopoly - Don't Hate, Arbitrate | AdExchanger

Keller Postman is pioneering mass arbitration lawsuits against Google for alleged monopolistic practices and overpayments in advertising.
Marketing tech
fromThe Motley Fool
4 days ago

Alphabet vs. Meta Platforms: Which Digital Advertising Giant Is the Better Buy? | The Motley Fool

Alphabet is diversifying and exploring long-term growth, while Meta's ad business is growing faster despite its AI challenges.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 day ago

There Are Signs of a Massive AI Backlash

Public outrage against the tech industry's AI focus is escalating, leading to protests and political backlash against data centers and AI development.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
16 hours ago

Why BitMine's Tom Lee Sees Ethereum at $62,500 in 2030 -- and What the Numbers Actually Show

Ethereum is projected to reach a fair value of $62,500 by 2030 based on historical ETH-to-BTC ratios and Bitcoin price targets.
Startup companies
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

The Startup Bet Lawyers Keep Misunderstanding - Above the Law

Lawyers must embrace uncertainty in startups, viewing their careers as investments rather than relying solely on traditional risk-averse training.
#venture-capital
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
2 days ago

The Most Active Non-NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026 in New York

Venture funding data reveals active firms outside NYC investing in local startups, focusing on investment numbers for Q1 2026.
Venture
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
Venture
fromAlleyWatch
2 days ago

The Most Active Non-NYC Venture Capital Firms in Q1 2026 in New York

Venture funding data reveals active firms outside NYC investing in local startups, focusing on investment numbers for Q1 2026.
Venture
fromFast Company
6 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Spotify just won $322 million from music pirates it can't find

The default judgement, issued on Tuesday by Judge Jed Rakoff of the Southern District of New York, awards Spotify $300 million in damages, with UMG, WMG, and Sony Music awarded $22.2 million collectively.
Intellectual property law
Cryptocurrency
fromCointelegraph
2 days ago

Why Australia's $17B Crypto Opportunity Depends on Regulation

Australia could generate A$24 billion annually from digital assets, contingent on clear regulatory frameworks.
#crypto
fromFortune
2 days ago
Venture

Top crypto VCs like Paradigm and a16z see portfolio values shrink amid market downturn and distributions to investors | Fortune

Crypto venture capital firms experienced significant asset declines in 2025, reflecting market volatility rather than fund performance.
Venture
fromFortune
2 days ago

Top crypto VCs like Paradigm and a16z see portfolio values shrink amid market downturn and distributions to investors | Fortune

Crypto venture capital firms experienced significant asset declines in 2025, reflecting market volatility rather than fund performance.
fromThe Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
3 days ago

US gaming company sues Israeli game developer | The Jerusalem Post

Skillz alleges that Papaya misrepresented its games by using bots, which created unfair competition and caused damages amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. Skillz's attorneys argue that the company's financial decline is directly linked to Papaya's actions, claiming that had Papaya disclosed its use of bots, it would not have been able to capture Skillz's customers and market share.
Intellectual property law
#patent-law
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
3 days ago

Extraordinary by Design: How the USPTO Is Bypassing Its Own Reexamination Rules

A new procedure allows patent owners to argue against reexamination requests before the USPTO decides on substantial new questions of patentability.
Intellectual property law
fromPatently-O
3 days ago

Extraordinary by Design: How the USPTO Is Bypassing Its Own Reexamination Rules

A new procedure allows patent owners to argue against reexamination requests before the USPTO decides on substantial new questions of patentability.
Intellectual property law
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Motorola sues social platforms and creators over posts, raising speech concerns in India | TechCrunch

Motorola's lawsuit against social media platforms and creators raises concerns about limiting critical coverage of the company.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on changes to copyright laws: authors should be protected over big tech | Editorial

Writers are protesting unauthorized AI training on their work through labeling schemes and blank books, demanding government protection against copyright relaxation that would allow AI companies to use their content without consent or payment.
Venture
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Y Combinator Makes First All-Stablecoin Startup Investment

Y Combinator's $500,000 investment in Totalis marks its first all-stablecoin deal, highlighting a shift towards onchain capital formation.
#intellectual-property
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 days ago

AI Could Democratize One of Tech's Most Valuable Resources

Nvidia faces potential competition as startups like Wafer optimize AI code for various chips, challenging its dominance in AI hardware.
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

What Lawyers Need To Know About Anthropic's Mythos - Above the Law

Anthropic's new AI model, Claude Mythos, uncovers significant security vulnerabilities, raising concerns about its potential impact on cybersecurity.
Artificial intelligence
fromForbes
5 days ago

The Hottest Debate In Tech: Ads In AI

The debate in AI centers on the introduction of advertising in chatbot interactions and the financial implications of running AI systems.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 months ago

AI and Copyright: How Lessons from Litigation Can Pave the Way to Licensing

As the AI revolution accelerates and continues to reshape traditional business models, it has triggered a cascade of new legal, regulatory and policy challenges. At the forefront of these emerging issues are a growing number of high-stakes legal battles between content creators and major Generative AI (GenAI) companies behind large language models (LLMs). This article examines key legal themes and critical questions arising from recent developments at the intersection of AI and Copyright law.
Intellectual property law
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 months ago

Copyright Should Not Enable Monopoly

There's a crisis of creativity in mainstream American culture. We have fewer and fewer studios and record labels fewer and fewer platforms online that serve independent artists and creators. At its core, copyright is a monopoly right on creative output and expression. It's intended to allow people who make things to make a living through those things, to incentivize creativity. To square the circle that is "exclusive control over expression" and "free speech," we have fair use.
Intellectual property law
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