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Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has raised $500 million, transforming its image from Hollywood pariah to a sought-after creative partner in the industry.
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Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has raised $500 million, transforming its image from Hollywood pariah to a sought-after creative partner in the industry.

In 2025, AI startups secured a staggering $211 billion in VC funding, making up half of all venture capital dollars—here’s what that means for the industry.

Anthropic's Daniela Amodei emphasizes the growing importance of humanities skills as AI technology evolves, urging a rethink in hiring practices.

Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has raised $500 million, transforming its image from Hollywood pariah to sought-after creative partner in the industry.

ElevenLabs, once shunned by Hollywood, has raised $500 million, transforming into a sought-after partner in the voice AI landscape.

Sam Altman shares his thoughts on Nvidia's growing influence in AI, urging critics to reconsider their stance on the tech giant's dominance.

Anthropic is nearing the close of a funding round that could surpass $20 billion, signaling a significant shift in AI investment dynamics.

Voice AI startup ElevenLabs has raised $500 million, transforming its image from Hollywood outcast to sought-after creative partner in the industry.

Anthropic and OpenAI are in a heated debate over the role of advertising in their AI chatbots, raising questions about user experience and monetization strategies.

The beverage industry is experiencing a new wave of competition as AI technologies reshape marketing strategies and product development.

Anthropic has unveiled a Super Bowl ad aimed at challenging OpenAI’s ChatGPT, marking a significant moment in the AI landscape.

Anthropic invests millions in Super Bowl ads to criticize OpenAI for monetizing ChatGPT, marking a significant moment in the competitive AI landscape.

Investors faced a staggering loss of over $400 billion this week, driven by fears of AI's potential to disrupt entire industries.

Investors are reeling as nearly $1 trillion is wiped from software and services stocks, fueled by fears surrounding AI's potential disruption.

Anthropic's recent launch of a legal AI tool has unsettled investors, causing a significant drop in global tech stocks, including Indian firms.

Anthropic's recent AI tool launch caused Indian IT stocks to drop 6.3%, raising concerns about the future of staffing in the tech sector.

Svedka and Anthropic make headlines with innovative AI-driven ads during the Super Bowl, showcasing the growing influence of technology in marketing.

OpenAI has secured a significant lease in Bellevue, expanding its presence to nearly 300,000 square feet, strategically located near Microsoft and Amazon.

Anthropic's Claude is making waves in the AI sector, attracting significant investor interest and reshaping the competitive landscape for AI products.

Huang shares insights on AI capital expenditures, Goldman Sachs' collaboration with Anthropic, and the ongoing CPU delays affecting China’s tech sector.

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman and executives defend the company amid criticism sparked by Anthropic's Super Bowl ad, also targeting Elon Musk in the fray.

Goldman Sachs has joined forces with Anthropic to leverage AI agents for automating banking tasks, signaling a shift in financial services.

Vista Equity Partners and Intel are reportedly leading a $350 million investment in AI chip startup SambaNova, signaling strong confidence in AI technology.

Goldman Sachs has joined forces with AI startup Anthropic to explore automating various job roles, raising questions about the future of work in finance.

Waymo leads a series of significant funding rounds in AI, highlighting the growing investment interest in tech startups for 2025.

Goldman Sachs has teamed up with Anthropic to develop AI agents, revealing surprising capabilities that could reshape their investment strategies.

Meta is testing its new app, Vibes, designed to create a dedicated space for AI-generated videos, ramping up competition against OpenAI’s Sora.

Goldman Sachs has joined forces with Anthropic to leverage AI agents for automating banking tasks, aiming to revolutionize efficiency in the finance sector.

Anthropic's recent AI legal tool launch has led to significant share drops for European data companies like Pearson and Experian.

Anthropic and OpenAI are embroiled in a high-stakes dispute over Super Bowl advertising, highlighting their fierce competition in the AI landscape.

Nvidia's stock price has taken a hit following news of stalled investments in OpenAI, raising questions about future collaborations and market confidence.

Goldman Sachs is using Anthropic's AI model, Claude, to streamline trade accounting and client onboarding, aiming for greater efficiency in finance.

OpenAI's decision to retire the controversial GPT-4o model by February 13 has ignited significant backlash, raising concerns over AI companions.

Baltic start-up funding is on the rise, driven by a focus on AI and defence, indicating a more mature regional ecosystem.

Two University of Michigan alumni, bonded by Bollywood dance, raised $5.3 million for their AI startup through Y Combinator's backing.

Software stocks are experiencing a significant downturn as fears surrounding AI technologies spark market selloff, raising questions about the future of SaaS companies.

OpenAI, led by Sam Altman, reassures its commitment to Nvidia amid growing concerns about their partnership's future.

Google's Sundar Pichai responds to market turmoil triggered by Anthropic's new AI tool, emphasizing confidence in the tech landscape despite widespread panic.

Anthropic's recent update has led to a significant decline in software stocks, raising questions about market stability and investor confidence.

Accrual, a San Francisco startup, has launched its AI-native accounting platform backed by $75 million in funding to streamline tax preparation and review.

OpenAI has launched a new agentic coding model just minutes after Anthropic introduced its own, intensifying the competition in AI development.