Google Restricts Election-Related Queries on Gemini Chatbot amid U.S. and India Poll Preparations
Google is restricting election-related queries on its Gemini chatbot to ensure high-quality information during election periods in the U.S. and India.
Amazon Climate Pledge Fund Invests $7.7 Million in AI Firm Glacier to Revolutionize Recycling, Aiming for Sustainability Boost in Cities Like Detroit
Amazon's Climate Pledge Fund invests $7.7 million in Glacier, a firm using AI and robotics to revolutionize recycling by sorting materials and collecting data to improve sustainability.
Apple Hit with Monumental €1.8 Billion Fine by EU for Restricting Music Streaming Competition
The European Commission fined Apple over €1.8 billion for anti-competitive practices restricting app developers from informing users about cheaper streaming subscriptions outside the App Store.
Silicon Valley's Figure AI Becomes a $2.6 Billion Bot Behemoth With Bezos Bucks Boost
Silicon Valley startups Figure AI and Electric Sheep have secured significant funding, aiming to introduce humanoid robots for household chores and sustainability tasks. Figure AI raised $675 million, valuing the company at $2.6 billion.
Electronic Arts Cuts 5% of Workforce Amid Tech Industry's Downscaling Trend
EA is reducing its workforce by 5%, affecting approximately 600 employees, as part of a strategic realignment to focus on core franchises and online communities amid industry changes.
OpenGov's Valuation Soars to $1.8 Billion as Cox Enterprises Acquires Majority Stake, Paving Way for Enhanced GovTech
OpenGov's valuation hits $1.8 billion after Cox Enterprises acquires a majority stake, expanding the cloud software provider's reach across government agencies.
Google Pauses AI Image Creation Amidst Uproar Over Racially Diverse Historical Depictions
Google suspends its AI system Gemini's ability to create images of people due to backlash over historically inaccurate and culturally insensitive depictions.
Even SF Detractors Return as AI Bloom Drives Startup Funding; Rival Tech Hubs Austin, Miami See Steep Declines
Even previously skeptical tech and finance figures are returning to San Francisco, drawn by its booming AI industry. The city's tech industry roots prove deep as rival hubs Austin and Miami face steep declines.
Lambda Secures $320M Boost for AI Ambitions with Series C Led by USIT, Elevates GPU Cloud Platform
Lambda secures $320 million in Series C funding led by USIT to expand its AI-focused GPU cloud services, with participation from B Capital, SK Telecom, T. Rowe Price Associates, and others.












