A.I. Start-Ups Face a Rough Financial Reality Check
The financial pressure in the A.I. industry has raised concerns about sustainability and profitability for start-ups relying heavily on generative A.I.
Dutch-based VAM WaterTech acquired by managing director Hans Blaak, ORAXYS, and SWEN Capital Partners: Know more - Silicon Canals
VAM WaterTech is being acquired to accelerate growth and develop innovative water treatment solutions for the agrifood sector globally.
A.I. Start-Ups Face a Rough Financial Reality Check
The financial pressure in the A.I. industry has raised concerns about sustainability and profitability for start-ups relying heavily on generative A.I.
Dutch-based VAM WaterTech acquired by managing director Hans Blaak, ORAXYS, and SWEN Capital Partners: Know more - Silicon Canals
VAM WaterTech is being acquired to accelerate growth and develop innovative water treatment solutions for the agrifood sector globally.
The U.S. leads on chips, but China has an underrated advantage in the race to adopt AI
The U.S. may struggle in the AI arms race due to infrastructure limitations, despite having advanced technology.
The Year Humanoids Woke Up
The humanoid robot industry is rapidly growing, with investments soaring to $1.4B, projected to reach a $7T market by 2050.
Do Lean Startup Methods Work for Deep Tech?
Deep-tech innovation is rapidly growing despite the challenges of prolonged R&D and high costs, requiring tailored approaches to ensure success.
Belgian holographic display company Swave Photonics raises 27M
Swave Photonics has closed a €27M Series A funding round to advance its Holographic eXtended Reality (HXR) technology for augmented reality applications.
The U.S. leads on chips, but China has an underrated advantage in the race to adopt AI
The U.S. may struggle in the AI arms race due to infrastructure limitations, despite having advanced technology.
The Year Humanoids Woke Up
The humanoid robot industry is rapidly growing, with investments soaring to $1.4B, projected to reach a $7T market by 2050.
Do Lean Startup Methods Work for Deep Tech?
Deep-tech innovation is rapidly growing despite the challenges of prolonged R&D and high costs, requiring tailored approaches to ensure success.
Belgian holographic display company Swave Photonics raises 27M
Swave Photonics has closed a €27M Series A funding round to advance its Holographic eXtended Reality (HXR) technology for augmented reality applications.
Open source AI just got a major seal of approval from US regulators - but will it push developers in the right direction?
Open source AI may be favored over closed systems due to perceived lower risks and potential benefits.
Where the next billion creatives will come from
China's innovation capabilities are debated, revealing a complex landscape of corporate espionage and technological advancement.
Indigenous innovators in the Global South are challenging traditional perceptions of creativity and imitation.
"Then, like a jigsaw puzzle, the final piece fell into place": the extraordinary struggles and challenges that shaped the world's lightest laptop ever built, laid bare in an essay
Collaboration and persistence led to the creation of the ultra-light Dynabook LIFEBOOK WU5/J3 laptop, weighing only 634 grams amidst changing market demands.
Job Vacancy: Geospatial Engineer // Maya Climate | IT / Software Development Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs
Passionate Geospatial Engineer sought for impactful role in Maya's development team.
Role involves leading geospatial data analysis, collaborating with stakeholders, and innovating geospatial risk analysis features.
Open source AI just got a major seal of approval from US regulators - but will it push developers in the right direction?
Open source AI may be favored over closed systems due to perceived lower risks and potential benefits.
Where the next billion creatives will come from
China's innovation capabilities are debated, revealing a complex landscape of corporate espionage and technological advancement.
Indigenous innovators in the Global South are challenging traditional perceptions of creativity and imitation.
"Then, like a jigsaw puzzle, the final piece fell into place": the extraordinary struggles and challenges that shaped the world's lightest laptop ever built, laid bare in an essay
Collaboration and persistence led to the creation of the ultra-light Dynabook LIFEBOOK WU5/J3 laptop, weighing only 634 grams amidst changing market demands.
Job Vacancy: Geospatial Engineer // Maya Climate | IT / Software Development Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs
Passionate Geospatial Engineer sought for impactful role in Maya's development team.
Role involves leading geospatial data analysis, collaborating with stakeholders, and innovating geospatial risk analysis features.
Tesla is courting Texas cities to test its promised robotaxi service | TechCrunch
Tesla is exploring Austin and other Texas cities for its autonomous robotaxi service, but deployment decisions are still pending.
Trace Machina is building a simulation testing platform to update safety-critical applications | TechCrunch
Trace Machina is developing simulation software to prevent critical failures in autonomous systems prior to deployment.
Exclusive: Wayve co-founder Alex Kendall on the autonomous future for cars and robots | TechCrunch
Wayve, an autonomous vehicle startup, originated from a software platform in a Renault Twizy, now focusing on AI models and securing a significant $1.05 billion in funding.
Tesla is courting Texas cities to test its promised robotaxi service | TechCrunch
Tesla is exploring Austin and other Texas cities for its autonomous robotaxi service, but deployment decisions are still pending.
Trace Machina is building a simulation testing platform to update safety-critical applications | TechCrunch
Trace Machina is developing simulation software to prevent critical failures in autonomous systems prior to deployment.
Exclusive: Wayve co-founder Alex Kendall on the autonomous future for cars and robots | TechCrunch
Wayve, an autonomous vehicle startup, originated from a software platform in a Renault Twizy, now focusing on AI models and securing a significant $1.05 billion in funding.
There Is a Solution to AI's Existential Risk Problem
AI's rapid development poses a potential existential threat, yet responses remain passive and solutions complex.
Calls for a global pause on AI development highlight concerns over losing control as capabilities increase.
Demis Hassabis
DeepMind is on track to create artificial general intelligence (AGI) through responsible development and application of AI technologies.
Wildly impressive new AI tool appears - then disappears
A new powerful AI model, potentially ChatGPT 5, briefly appeared on LMSYS Chatbot Arena, raising speculations about the next generation of AI models.
Artificial Intelligence market expected to fit a trillion dollars by 2030 - Developer Tech News
The global AI market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $1.8 trillion by 2030.
World Network: Verifying Proof of Human in the Age of AI
The emergence of AI technologies necessitates proving humanness in digital spaces, leading to innovations like World ID for identity verification.
What is Generative AI? -
Generative AI creates new content by learning patterns from existing data, impacting various industries, like marketing, healthcare, art, product development, and education.
There Is a Solution to AI's Existential Risk Problem
AI's rapid development poses a potential existential threat, yet responses remain passive and solutions complex.
Calls for a global pause on AI development highlight concerns over losing control as capabilities increase.
Demis Hassabis
DeepMind is on track to create artificial general intelligence (AGI) through responsible development and application of AI technologies.
Wildly impressive new AI tool appears - then disappears
A new powerful AI model, potentially ChatGPT 5, briefly appeared on LMSYS Chatbot Arena, raising speculations about the next generation of AI models.
Artificial Intelligence market expected to fit a trillion dollars by 2030 - Developer Tech News
The global AI market is projected to grow significantly, reaching $1.8 trillion by 2030.
World Network: Verifying Proof of Human in the Age of AI
The emergence of AI technologies necessitates proving humanness in digital spaces, leading to innovations like World ID for identity verification.
What is Generative AI? -
Generative AI creates new content by learning patterns from existing data, impacting various industries, like marketing, healthcare, art, product development, and education.
This United Nations AI official doesn't want to create an international AI agency-Here's why
AI's rapid development outpaces global adaptation efforts, with existing frameworks deemed sufficient for regulation rather than creating new international agencies.
Ex-OpenAI researchers claim Sam Altman's public support for AI regulation is a facade: "When actual regulation is on the table, he opposes it"
OpenAI opposes a proposed AI regulation bill, arguing regulation should be federal, amid concerns over safety protocols and development practices.
This United Nations AI official doesn't want to create an international AI agency-Here's why
AI's rapid development outpaces global adaptation efforts, with existing frameworks deemed sufficient for regulation rather than creating new international agencies.
Ex-OpenAI researchers claim Sam Altman's public support for AI regulation is a facade: "When actual regulation is on the table, he opposes it"
OpenAI opposes a proposed AI regulation bill, arguing regulation should be federal, amid concerns over safety protocols and development practices.
VW and Rivian officially kick off $5.8 billion joint venture, announce leadership
Volkswagen and Rivian's $5.8 billion venture focuses on developing new EV software and architecture, crucial for future car models.
Lucid CEO Criticizes Tesla, Says It's 'Losing Its Way'
The electric vehicle industry is evolving with traditional automakers catching up to Tesla, while internal challenges might be slowing down Tesla's progress.
VW and Rivian officially kick off $5.8 billion joint venture, announce leadership
Volkswagen and Rivian's $5.8 billion venture focuses on developing new EV software and architecture, crucial for future car models.
Lucid CEO Criticizes Tesla, Says It's 'Losing Its Way'
The electric vehicle industry is evolving with traditional automakers catching up to Tesla, while internal challenges might be slowing down Tesla's progress.
Ora, Aiming to 'Unlock Design Space for AI Dapps,' Raises $20M
A blockchain project Ora secures $20 million funding for decentralized applications integrating AI into the Ethereum ecosystem.
UK-based Inforcer secures 17.5M in Series A round
Inforcer raises $19M to enhance Microsoft management solutions for managed service providers, aiming to improve their operational efficiency and security offerings.
Ora, Aiming to 'Unlock Design Space for AI Dapps,' Raises $20M
A blockchain project Ora secures $20 million funding for decentralized applications integrating AI into the Ethereum ecosystem.
UK-based Inforcer secures 17.5M in Series A round
Inforcer raises $19M to enhance Microsoft management solutions for managed service providers, aiming to improve their operational efficiency and security offerings.
ODD taps $27M for diamond chips to clear radioactive debris at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant | TechCrunch
The Fukushima nuclear cleanup process is advancing with innovative diamond semiconductor technology, poised to significantly enhance debris removal efforts.
The One Technological Issue That Is Holding Nuclear Rockets Back
NASA aims to employ nuclear thermal propulsion to reduce Mars mission times significantly, potentially halving the travel duration compared to traditional chemical rockets.
NASA solar sail boom demonstrator reaches orbit
NASA's Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) CubeSat successfully established contact with Earth post-launch.
The One Technological Issue That Is Holding Nuclear Rockets Back
NASA aims to employ nuclear thermal propulsion to reduce Mars mission times significantly, potentially halving the travel duration compared to traditional chemical rockets.
NASA solar sail boom demonstrator reaches orbit
NASA's Advanced Composite Solar Sail System (ACS3) CubeSat successfully established contact with Earth post-launch.
Oxford scientists' new light-absorbing material can turn everyday objects into solar panels
Scientists at Oxford University developed ultra-thin, efficient solar film to replace traditional bulky panels.
These Record-Breaking New Solar Panels Produce 60 Percent More Electricity
Solar power efficiency is rapidly advancing, with tandem solar cells expected to reach 34% efficiency, revolutionizing energy generation and potentially lowering electricity costs.
Oxford scientists' new light-absorbing material can turn everyday objects into solar panels
Scientists at Oxford University developed ultra-thin, efficient solar film to replace traditional bulky panels.
These Record-Breaking New Solar Panels Produce 60 Percent More Electricity
Solar power efficiency is rapidly advancing, with tandem solar cells expected to reach 34% efficiency, revolutionizing energy generation and potentially lowering electricity costs.
A 20 year-old built a nuclear fusion prototype in his home for $2,000. Here's how he did it.
Hudhayfa Nazoordeen created a compact nuclear fusion prototype generating plasma, highlighting student ingenuity and community support in tackling complex scientific projects.
Laboratories to Optimize Digital Health
Fostering partnerships between researchers and digital health developers is key for improving digital mental health interventions.
DoE to fund bottleneck busting tech to the tune of $23M
The US Department of Energy is investing $23 million to tackle supercomputing performance bottlenecks to maintain economic leadership.
The Cosmos Institute, whose founding fellows include Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark, launches grant programs and an AI lab | TechCrunch
The Cosmos Institute seeks to merge technology development with philosophical thinking in the realm of AI.
Xiaomi in-house 5G chipset rumored to launch in H1 2025
Xiaomi is launching a 4nm chipset in early 2025, aiming for high performance and enhanced innovation in its smartphones.
Microsoft-Backed Builder.ai Raises $250 Mn In Series D Funding Round Led BY QIA
Builder.ai raised $250M in Series D funding led by Qatar Investment Authority.
Builder.ai plans to use the funding for hiring, partnerships, and technology development, doubling its headcount and expanding globally.
The Very Slow Restart of G.M.'s Cruise Driverless Car Business
General Motors' driverless car future faces setbacks after safety issues with its subsidiary Cruise, prompting a slower development pace for reputation rebuilding.
TechScape: What we learned from the global AI summit in South Korea
Success of the second global AI summit can be measured by the quantity and impact of agreements and statements made during the event.