In other news, Apple has approved Fortnite maker Epic Games’ third-party app marketplace for launch in the EU, following multiple rejections. Meanwhile, OpenAI has assured users that their secret ChatGPT conversations were not compromised in a recent system breach. Furthermore, Elon Musk’s X is reportedly developing new features to integrate xAI’s Grok into its social networking app.
Key takeaways:
- Quantum Rise, a Chicago-based startup that provides AI-driven automation, has raised a $15 million seed round from Erie Street Growth Partners.
- The startup uses a "Consulting 2.0" model to automate workflows, provide AI solutions, and accelerate businesses, aiming to disrupt the traditional consulting industry.
- Quantum Rise is led by Alex Kelleher, the former founder of adtech platform Cognitive Match, which was acquired by Magnetic in 2014.
- There is a growing market opportunity for AI-driven automation, with consulting giant BCG expecting to generate a fifth of its revenues in 2024 from helping corporations integrate AI, and 40% by 2026.