Since the launch of the first version of ChatGPT, the creative industries in the US have seen a staggering loss of over 200,000 jobs. Data journalist Joseph Politano reports that almost 50,000 of those losses came in the last year…
The release of OpenAI’s GPT-6.1 Astra AI model has been delayed due to serious safety concerns uncovered during internal testing. The model, which was originally set to debut in October, did not meet the company’s safety standards. This decision came…
Atomic has secured $12.5 million in a Series A funding round, bringing its total funding to just over $15 million, with Klass Capital and Madrona Venture Group leading the investment. Klass Capital and Madrona Venture Group led this funding boost.…
Anthropic has captured attention by allocating nearly a third of its IPO prospectus to outlining risk factors tied to its AI models. The Financial Times recently reviewed The Financial Times reviewed the prospectus and noted specific concerning behaviors that Anthropic…
SpaceX’s Starship 14 mission was a landmark achievement, marking the first test flight to reach a true Earth orbit. This milestone was not only a technical success but also a visual feast, with breathtaking photos captured from space providing a…
OpenAI has canceled the launch of its AI model, Astra 6.1, due to serious safety issues found during testing. This model was initially set to be released within the next few days, highlighting ongoing challenges in AI safety. The Wall…
Modal Labs is close to finalizing a significant $750 million funding round led by Accel, which would boost the company’s valuation to an impressive $15.75 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. This funding round is particularly notable as…
Microsoft is scaling back its commitment to support community groups, a shift evident in recent interactions between the tech giant and local advocates in Indiana. In January, Microsoft President Brad Smith outlined a vision for “community-first AI infrastructure,” announcing plans…
This year’s New York Climate Week revealed a striking contradiction: while AI technology is often seen as a solution to climate issues, it also significantly contributes to emissions. Much of the climate tech community – like the rest of the…
The unveiling of Tesla’s redesigned second-generation Roadster has been postponed from October 1 to October 15 due to severe weather predictions. The event, originally planned for October 1 in Waco, Texas, will now take place on October 15. Tesla announced…