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Meta Llama 4 Benchmarking Confusion: How Good Are the New AI Models?
{Meta has released its new Llama 4 models, Maverick and Scout, which are open-weights and multimodal, aiming to compete with other advanced AI models like ChatGPT and Gemini, though there is controversy over the benchmarking process used to evaluate Maverick's performance.}
2025-04-09 - cnet.com
Waymo may use interior camera data to train generative AI models, but riders will be able to opt out | TechCrunch
"Waymo is planning to use data from its robotaxis, including interior camera footage linked to rider identities, to train generative AI models, while offering riders the option to opt out of data collection for AI training and personalized ads."
2025-04-08 - techcrunch.com
Memo: Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke says using AI is now a “fundamental expectation” and that teams asking for more resources must first show why AI can't do the job
"Sponsor Posts TELUS Digital" discusses the emergence of agentic AI and provides a recorded webinar to equip tech leaders with essential information on this trending topic.
2025-04-08 - techmeme.com
Krea, which helps creators use multiple AI models to generate content, raised a $47M Series B, a $33M Series A, and a $3M seed; sources: Krea is valued at $500M
"Explores the latest trends and challenges in AI, including agentic AI, its impact on recruitment, and the importance of backing up cloud application data to prevent loss and ensure compliance."
2025-04-08 - techmeme.com
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An unreleased version of Waymo's privacy policy found by Jane Manchun Wong: Waymo may use interior camera data to train AI models and sell ads, with an opt out
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2025-04-08 - techmeme.com
Memo: the White House orders federal agencies to name chief AI officers and expand their use of AI, rescinding Biden-era orders intended to place AI safeguards
"Explores the latest trends and insights in AI, including the rise of agentic AI, its impact on recruitment, and the importance of backing up cloud application data to prevent loss and ensure compliance."
2025-04-08 - techmeme.com
Memo: the White House orders federal agencies to name chief AI officers and expand the use of AI, rescinding Biden-era orders intended to place AI safeguards
{Tech leaders are discussing the emergence of agentic AI, and a recorded webinar provides essential information to prepare for this new era.}
2025-04-08 - techmeme.com
Memo to staff: Shopify's CEO says using AI is now a “fundamental expectation” and that teams asking for more resources must first show why AI can't do the job
"{description}" where {description} is a concise summary of the content, such as: "Explores the emergence and impact of agentic AI on the tech industry, providing insights from a recorded webinar by TELUS Digital."
2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
Meta VP of Generative AI Ahmad Al-Dahle denies a rumor that the company trained Llama 4 Maverick and Scout on test sets, saying that Meta “would never do that”
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2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
Microsoft’s AI masterplan: Let OpenAI burn cash, then build on their successes
"Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman advocates for a strategy of trailing frontier AI model builders like OpenAI by a few months to optimize costs and focus on specific customer use-cases, while also developing its own smaller, efficient models and systems for AI integration."
2025-04-07 - theregister.com
Google is allegedly paying some AI staff to do nothing for a year rather than join rivals | TechCrunch
{Google's AI division, DeepMind, is using aggressive noncompete agreements in the U.K. to retain top AI talent, causing frustration among researchers who feel left out of the fast-paced AI advancements, while Microsoft reports receiving inquiries from DeepMind staff seeking to escape these clauses.}
2025-04-07 - techcrunch.com
Shopify CEO says no new hires without proof AI can’t do the job
{Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into the company's operations, stating that AI usage is now a fundamental expectation for employees and will be included in performance evaluations, as it represents a significant shift in how work is done.}
2025-04-07 - theverge.com
Microsoft reportedly fires staff whose protest interrupted its Copilot event | TechCrunch
Microsoft terminated two software engineers, Ibtihal Aboussad and Vaniya Agrawal, after they protested the company's dealings with the Israeli military during a keynote event, with Aboussad interrupting AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman and Agrawal confronting top executives, including Satya Nadella and Bill Gates.
2025-04-07 - techcrunch.com
Billy Idol, Gwen Stefani, Paul Stanley Featured In Workday Ads For AI Agents
Workday has launched new "rock star" commercials featuring Gwen Stefani, Paul Stanley, and Billy Idol to promote its AI agents during The Masters golf tournament, positioning the event as a key platform for B2B advertising. The ads, directed by Jim Jenkins and created by Ogilvy, highlight the juxtaposition of rock stars navigating the corporate world and emphasize Workday's AI-driven management tools.
2025-04-07 - mediapost.com
Waymo Considering Using In-Vehicle Cameras to Sell Ads and Train Its AI
Waymo's unreleased policy suggests it may use passenger videos for ads and AI training, with an opt-out option to comply with California's privacy laws, highlighting privacy concerns in the AI industry. Despite competition, Waymo remains a leading player in the robotaxi market, recently expanding services through a partnership with Uber.
2025-04-07 - gizmodo.com
Meta Dropped Llama 4: What to Know About the Two New AI Models
Meta has unveiled its latest generative AI models, Scout and Maverick, as part of the Llama 4 family, which are open-weights and multimodal, capable of generating text, images, and code, with Scout designed for efficiency and Maverick outperforming competitors in text generation.
2025-04-07 - cnet.com
Microsoft fires employee protestor who called AI boss a ‘war profiteer’
Microsoft terminated the employment of Ibtihal Aboussad and dismissed Vaniya Agrawal after they disrupted the company's 50th-anniversary event, accusing the company of being a "war profiteer" and protesting its contracts with the Israeli government. Both are associated with the group No Azure for Apartheid, which opposes Microsoft's dealings with Israel.
2025-04-07 - theverge.com
In a memo to staff Shopify's CEO says using AI is now a baseline expectation and that teams asking for more resources must first show why AI can't do the job
"{description}" where {description} is a concise summary of the content, such as: "Explores the emergence and impact of agentic AI, providing insights from tech leaders in a recorded webinar."
2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
Meta VP of generative AI Ahmad Al-Dahle denies a rumor that the company trained its Llama 4 models on test sets, saying Meta “would never do that”
"{description}" where {description} is a concise summary of the content, such as: "Explores the emergence and impact of agentic AI, providing insights from tech leaders in a recorded webinar."
2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
OpenAI could reportedly acquire Jony Ive’s AI device startup for $500M+ - SiliconANGLE
OpenAI is reportedly considering acquiring Jony Ive's startup, io Products, for over $500 million, with plans to develop AI-powered consumer devices, potentially including a screenless phone-like product. The acquisition could help OpenAI diversify its revenue streams beyond its current offerings like ChatGPT.
2025-04-07 - siliconangle.com
New York Times to Debut 'Interesting Times With Ross Douthat' Podcast
The New York Times is launching a new podcast, "Interesting Times With Ross Douthat," hosted by opinion columnist Ross Douthat, which will explore topics such as right-wing populism, AI's impact on society, and religious shifts, with new episodes available weekly starting April 10.
2025-04-07 - variety.com
Major publishers call on the US government to ‘Stop AI Theft’
{Hundreds of publishers, led by the News/Media Alliance, are launching the Support Responsible AI campaign to urge the government to protect content from AI misuse and ensure Big Tech compensates creators fairly, amidst ongoing debates over AI training on copyrighted material.}
2025-04-07 - theverge.com
Macron Puts CMA CGM's $20B US Pledge in Line of Fire
CMA CGM's $20 billion investment in U.S. logistics and shipbuilding is under scrutiny amid French President Emmanuel Macron's call for European businesses to pause U.S. investments due to recent tariffs, while the company also advances its AI initiatives through a partnership with Mistral AI.
2025-04-07 - sourcingjournal.com
An unreleased version of a Waymo privacy policy found by Jane Manchun Wong says it may use interior camera data to train AI models and sell ads, with an opt out
"{description}" where {description} is a concise summary of the content, such as: "Explores the transformative impact of agentic AI on the tech industry and provides insights from a recorded webinar."
2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
AI now an 'expectation' at Shopify, will factor into performance reviews, hiring: CEO
Shopify Inc. is integrating artificial intelligence into its operations, making it a fundamental expectation for all staff, as outlined by CEO Tobi Lutke, who emphasized the importance of AI in performance reviews, product development, and resource allocation.
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Sam Altman defends AI art after Studio Ghibli backlash, calling it a 'net win' for society
{Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, argues that AI tools like image generators lower barriers to creativity and expand artistic opportunities, despite backlash over copyright concerns and the impact on traditional art styles.}
2025-04-07 - businessinsider.com
Bloomberg launches AI-based document search for Wall Street
{Bloomberg has introduced AI-Powered Document Insights to help financial professionals efficiently extract information from company documents using natural language queries, enhancing productivity and expanding coverage beyond core portfolios. Competitors like FactSet are also leveraging generative AI to streamline research and pitchbook creation, highlighting the growing importance of AI in financial services.}
2025-04-07 - americanbanker.com
OpenAI Reportedly Discussed Purchasing Altman/Ive AI Device Startup | PYMNTS.com
OpenAI is considering acquiring io Products, a startup connected to its CEO Sam Altman, to develop AI-powered personal devices in collaboration with Jony Ive’s studio, while also navigating a significant funding round contingent on restructuring into a for-profit entity.
2025-04-07 - pymnts.com
AI now an ’expectation’ at Shopify, will factor into hiring
Shopify is intensifying its focus on artificial intelligence by making it a core expectation for employees, with CEO Tobi Lutke announcing that AI-related questions will be included in staff performance reviews and that teams must justify the need for additional resources without relying on AI.
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Krea, which helps creators generate AI content using the best available models, raised a $47M Series B and a $33M Series A; sources: Krea is valued at $500M
"Explores the latest trends and discussions in AI, focusing on agentic AI, its adoption, challenges, and recommendations for integration, as well as its transformative impact on recruitment and the importance of data protection for cloud applications."
2025-04-07 - techmeme.com
Waymo may use interior camera data to train generative AI models, sell ads | TechCrunch
Waymo is exploring the use of interior camera data from its robotaxis, linked to rider identities, to train generative AI models and potentially personalize ads, raising privacy concerns despite offering opt-out options under California's privacy laws. The company is expanding its robotaxi services and seeking new revenue streams as it continues to operate at a financial loss.
2025-04-07 - techcrunch.com
502 Bad Gateway
{An overview of Nginx, a high-performance web server and reverse proxy server, highlighting its features, benefits, and common use cases in web development and deployment.}
2025-04-07 - pymnts.com
Telnyx builds momentum in Global Partner Motion
{Telnyx is launching a dedicated global channel team to enhance its partner network, appointing Anwar Karzazi as VP of Global Partner Sales and other key leaders to drive international growth and success through strategic partnerships and scalable programs.}
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Bitget Launches Bitget Onchain to Give CEX Users Early Access to Promising On-chain Assets
{Bitget, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has launched Bitget Onchain, a platform that combines the benefits of centralized and decentralized exchanges to provide users with early access to emerging on-chain assets, enhanced by AI-driven smart screening for improved investment precision.}
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Granicus unveils Operations Cloud, a new solution strengthening government efficiency, compliance, and transparency
Granicus has launched Operations Cloud, a new solution designed to enhance government efficiency, compliance, and transparency by automating public meetings and records request management, thereby freeing up staff for more critical tasks and reducing costs.
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Procore's Future State of Construction Report Reveals How AI, Automation, and Workforce Shifts are Shaping the Industry
Procore Technologies released its inaugural Future State of Construction Report, highlighting how AI, automation, and workforce shifts are transforming the construction industry, with insights from over 1,200 decision-makers across eight countries. The report emphasizes the importance of technology in enhancing productivity, upskilling the workforce, and optimizing decision-making processes.
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com
Krea raises $83M to be the one-stop shop for genAI creatives | TechCrunch
Krea, a San Francisco-based startup, has raised $83 million to develop a unified platform that simplifies the use of generative AI for designers and visual creatives by integrating multiple models and offering a customizable interface for easier content creation and editing. Founded by Victor Perez and Diego Rodriguez, Krea aims to enhance human creativity by providing tools that allow users to focus on ideas while maintaining control over the creative process.
2025-04-07 - techcrunch.com
Samsung Releases New Feature Boost To More Galaxy Phones
Samsung has introduced "Awesome Intelligence," a new AI toolkit for its budget-friendly Galaxy A-series phones, offering features like music recognition, text-to-audio conversion, and photo editing tools, while reserving more advanced AI capabilities for its premium models.
2025-04-07 - forbes.com
AI video startup Moonvalley raised a fresh $43M, SEC filing shows | TechCrunch
Moonvalley, a Los Angeles-based startup, has raised $43 million in venture capital to further develop its AI video creation tools, including its new Marey model, which offers customization options and aims to address legal concerns by working with partners for licensing arrangements. The company is committed to ethical practices by allowing content removal requests and implementing safeguards against unauthorized use of personal likenesses.
2025-04-07 - techcrunch.com
How AI Can Help Futureproof The Supply Chain
"Explores the shift from traditional, fixed supply chain infrastructures to agile, AI-powered open networks, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and data sharing in navigating today's volatile business landscape."
2025-04-07 - forbes.com
SmartRecruiters Recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Talent Acquisition Suites
SmartRecruiters has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Talent Acquisition Suites, highlighting its commitment to providing AI-powered hiring solutions that support enterprise and high-volume hiring needs.
2025-04-07 - financialpost.com