The generative AI space continues to attract massive investor interest and capital, with AI search engine startup Perplexity emerging as one of the hottest companies in the sector. TechCrunch has learned that Perplexity is currently in the midst of raising at least $250 million in a new funding round at a staggering valuation range of…
In a move to compete with Spotify's AI-driven playlist generation, Amazon has announced the launch of Maestro, a new feature within the Amazon Music app. Maestro allows users in the US, on both iOS and Android, to create personalized playlists using spoken or written prompts, including the incorporation of emojis.
The prompts can encompass activities,…
Building a conversational AI chatbot for your business doesn’t have to be complicated. There are a number of powerful yet user-friendly chatbot platforms that make it easy to create and deploy your own customized chatbot. Here are some of the best chatbot builders on the market:
Dialogflow (Google)
Dialogflow, from Google Cloud, is a leading…
Midjourney is one of the most intriguing and powerful AI image generators currently available, consistently delivering captivating and unique results. While it may not be as well-known as some of its counterparts like Stable Diffusion and DALL-E 2, Midjourney has a distinct advantage that sets it apart - its ability to reliably generate high-quality images,…
Paraform, a recruitment platform focused on serving startups, has raised a $3.6 million seed round led by venture capital firm A*, founded by tech entrepreneur Kevin Hartz. The funding will enable Paraform to expand its efforts to connect startups with a network of independent recruiters who were impacted by the wave of tech layoffs in…
Welcome to the world of Stable Diffusion prompts! Whether you're a seasoned digital artist, a budding creator, or simply curious about the possibilities of AI-generated art, you've come to the right place. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore a diverse range of prompts to help you unlock your creative potential and produce stunning, one-of-a-kind artwork.…
Meta, the social media conglomerate, has announced that it is currently testing its Meta AI chatbot, powered by a large language model, on users of WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger in India and select regions of Africa. This strategic move underscores Meta's ambition to leverage the extensive user bases across its platforms to enhance its AI…
US lawmakers are embarking on a journey of education and deliberation to grapple with the complexities of AI governance.
Representative Don Beyer's decision to pursue a master’s degree in machine learning at George Mason University epitomizes this commitment to understanding. Beyer's proactive approach underscores the recognition among lawmakers that navigating the AI landscape requires more…
Humane, a Bay Area-based hardware startup founded by former Apple employees Bethany Bongiorno and Imran Chaudhri in 2017, has unveiled its inaugural product, the Ai Pin. With $230 million in funding, the company has dedicated its efforts to developing stand-alone AI gadgets, with the Ai Pin being the first in a series.
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Amazon's recent addition to its board of directors, Andrew Ng, renowned for his AI expertise, signals a strategic shift for the tech giant. Ng's appointment coincides with the departure of Judy McGrath, a veteran TV executive, reflecting Amazon's evolving priorities.
While Amazon has invested heavily in its entertainment ventures, including video and music streaming, McGrath's…
Google has announced a significant expansion of its editing capabilities for Google Photos, making advanced AI-powered tools, such as the Magic Editor, accessible to all users for free. Previously exclusive to Pixel devices and paid subscribers, features like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Portrait Light, and others will now be available to a wider audience.
This…
In its pursuit to narrow the gap with competitors in the generative AI sector, Meta commits billions to bolster its AI endeavors. A significant portion of this investment targets the recruitment of AI researchers, while a substantial sum is allocated to hardware development, notably focusing on chips tailored for Meta's AI operations.
Today, Meta introduced…