The European Union (EU) has initiated a plan to bolster homegrown AI startups by granting them access to the processing capabilities of the bloc's supercomputers. This initiative, announced in September and initiated last month, saw France’s Mistral AI engaging in an early pilot phase, marking the EU's stride toward...
Okta, a prominent identity and access management company, has announced its acquisition of security firm Spera, a move set to strengthen Okta’s existing identity threat detection and response (ITDR) capabilities.
Expected to finalize in the fiscal first quarter commencing in early February, the acquisition aims to empower Okta's customers with...
In today's ever-evolving tech landscape, Kubernetes has emerged as a key player in container orchestration, offering the advantage of ephemeral containers. These containers, existing for the duration of their necessity, aim to solve resource allocation issues by running for precisely the required duration before dissipating. However, the escalating complexity...
Alteryx, the California-based software company specializing in data science and analytics products, has announced its acquisition by private equity firms Clearlake Capital Group and Insight Partners. The deal, valued at $4.4 billion, marks a significant move in the realm of data analytics and software acquisitions.
Beating out competitors like Symphony...
ServiceNow has taken a significant step forward in fortifying its workflow understanding capabilities with the acquisition of UltimateSuite, a task mining company based in the Czech Republic. This strategic move is aimed at empowering ServiceNow to better capture and comprehend the flow of work within businesses. Although the specific...
In a significant stride towards enhancing its data integration capabilities, IBM has clinched a noteworthy deal worth €2.13 billion ($2.3 billion). The tech giant is set to acquire StreamSets and WebMethods from Software AG, a German enterprise software company.
This all-cash transaction marks IBM's strategic investment in bolstering its arsenal...
The realm of robotics is undergoing a transformative phase, with large language models (LLMs) and generative AI at the forefront of this evolution. This fusion of cutting-edge technology is set to redefine how robots communicate, learn, and operate. Among the pioneers in this field is Agility, an Oregon-based startup,...
In an era where social media often ties us to our screens, Jagat, a trailblazing social network, is redefining the game by encouraging real-life connections. Since its inception in March this year, Jagat has captivated a global audience, surpassing a remarkable 10 million users. This location-based platform isn't just...
In a groundbreaking move, Waymo has introduced a new facet to airport travel at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. This innovative step sees select Waymo One users experiencing the future of transportation firsthand with curbside pickups and drop-offs by the company's autonomous robotaxis.
Waymo, a trailblazer in autonomous vehicle technology,...
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, OpenAI is positioning itself at the helm of one of the most intriguing and critical aspects of AI development: controlling AI that potentially surpasses human intelligence. Amidst a backdrop of organizational shifts and evolving industry dynamics, OpenAI's Superalignment team...
The landscape of social media is undergoing a transformation, one where the concepts of decentralization and interoperability are taking center stage. Mastodon, an open-source platform often pegged as an alternative to Twitter, is playing a pivotal role in this change. This evolution has gained additional momentum with the introduction...
Berlin, a hub of innovation, is now home to a groundbreaking climate startup known as ecoworks. This forward-thinking company is harnessing the power of digital technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and industrial robots to address one of the most pressing challenges of our time: energy-inefficient buildings.
A staggering three-quarters of buildings...
Google has recently introduced AI Studio, a dynamic, web-based development tool aimed at revolutionizing app and chatbot creation using its advanced Gemini model. Following the announcement of its Gemini models and their integration into Bard chatbot, Google is now extending these innovations to developers with an array of new...
Rohlik has emerged as a standout in the online grocery sector, growing from its Czech roots to a significant presence in the European market. Since its inception in 2014, Rohlik has achieved an impressive valuation of $1.2 billion by 2021, bolstered by $593 million in venture capital. The company...
Adobe has just unveiled Spectrum 2, the latest iteration of their renowned design system, marking a significant leap in the evolution of their app and web interfaces. Spectrum, Adobe's foundational design framework for the past decade, has undergone a transformation with Spectrum 2, introducing a more vibrant and user-friendly...
In the dynamic landscape of today’s business world, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a luxury for the big players but a necessity for businesses of all sizes. Recognizing this, Relevance AI, an Australian startup, is stepping up to democratize AI integration in the workplace with...
In a concerning revelation, Norton Healthcare, a major non-profit healthcare system based in Kentucky, has confirmed a significant breach of patient and employee data following a ransomware attack. As a healthcare powerhouse with over 40 clinics and hospitals in Louisville, Kentucky, and a staff exceeding 20,000, this breach impacts...
In the fast-paced world of electric vehicles (EVs), the race for battery dominance is a high-stakes game involving the world's two largest economies: the United States and China. This isn't just about the latest tech—it's a chapter in the unfolding story of global power dynamics, where EV batteries play...
In the bustling world of social media apps, a new contender, Amo, is emerging as a game-changer. Just weeks after their first app ID made waves, Amo is back with another innovative creation: Capture. Unlike anything in the current social app galaxy, Capture is redefining the way we think...
In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, the challenge of aligning AI models with ethical principles, especially in sensitive areas like finance and health, is more crucial than ever. The dilemma: how do you mitigate biases ingrained in a model due to its training data? Anthropic, a leading name...
