
Thinking Machines' first official product is here: meet Tinker, an API for distributed LLM fine-tuning
Thinking Machines, founded by ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, unveils Tinker, an innovative API aimed at enhancing distributed LLM fine-tuning.
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Thinking Machines, founded by ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, unveils Tinker, an innovative API aimed at enhancing distributed LLM fine-tuning.

Amazon has unveiled a new $1 billion FDE organization aimed at deploying specialized AI agents, following trends set by OpenAI and Anthropic.

Omnea, a London-based AI startup, is giving employees $250K to support their entrepreneurial dreams and future startup plans.

Pie has raised $19.5 million in funding from investors like Capital One Ventures to expand its AI platform aimed at small businesses.

Neon has acquired "Artificial," a film about OpenAI's Sam Altman, after Amazon decided to back out of the project.

Z.ai's GLM-5.2 model, powered by Huawei silicon, has topped AI rankings, following a ban on Anthropic's Fable 5, showcasing a shift in the competitive landscape.

The Trump administration's new AI regulations might inadvertently allow China to advance its technology, raising concerns about global competitiveness.

OpenAI has resolved the Codex credit consumption issue, resetting user caps to prevent billing errors caused by background tasks.

Lucida AI, a UK startup, has raised €6.1 million to advance its speech-native AI technology aimed at improving global communication.

OpenAI's David Dugan shares insights into the company's advertising strategy, emphasizing speed and transparency while sidestepping tough questions.

Brekfuz, a Gurugram-based AI startup founded by students, has raised $525,000 in funding, reaching a valuation of $7.5 million.

Lucida AI, a London-based startup, has raised $7 million in seed funding to challenge Duolingo in the language learning space, totaling $8.25 million since 2024.

Accenture has teamed up with Mistral AI in a multi-year partnership aimed at advancing AI capabilities for enterprises worldwide.

AI startups are raking in massive funding, with several deals exceeding $100 million, highlighting a booming investment landscape in 2026.

Gulf AI startup 1001 has secured $30 million in funding from US investors to enhance efficiencies in aviation, ports, and energy sectors in the region.

Anthropic's Mythos raises critical questions about the cyber risks associated with AI, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in the tech landscape.

8090 Solutions Inc. has successfully raised $135 million in funding, signaling a strong interest in AI-driven software development automation.

Trump's new AI export controls are stirring up debates among researchers about free speech and constitutional rights in the realm of advanced AI interactions.

Anthropic is set to host the AI for Science event in San Francisco, bringing together leaders from life sciences and research on June 30, 2026.

Anthropic's Fable 5 may be making a return this week, sparking interest among AI enthusiasts and developers eager for updates.

Mirendil has raised $200 million to develop a self-improving AI platform, aiming to revolutionize machine learning processes and governance.

Accenture has partnered with Mistral AI in a multi-year deal to enhance enterprise generative AI capabilities across global organizations.

Mirendil, a startup supported by a16z, argues against fears surrounding self-improving AI, sparking a debate on its potential risks and benefits.

Asian innovation is reshaping venture capital funding, fueling advancements in robotics and AI, and influencing global startup culture in significant ways.

Asian innovation is transforming venture capital funding, fueling advancements in robotics and AI, and reshaping the global startup ecosystem.

Thirty-five news publishers from across the U.S. are suing OpenAI, claiming their articles were scraped without permission, raising serious copyright concerns.

OpenAI is probing unusual Codex credit depletion, resetting user caps to tackle the issue affecting some users' experience.

Pocket, the AI hardware startup, raises $11 million from Accel and Y Combinator, boosting its annual revenue to $27 million following a viral launch.

OpenAI is restricting access to GPT-5.6 to select partners as cybersecurity reviews unfold, echoing delays seen with other AI firms like Anthropic.

OpenAI's latest report reveals how AI might transform jobs across the EU, spotlighting potential automation and growth in various occupations.

California's Gov. Gavin Newsom has partnered with Anthropic to deploy the AI tool Claude across state agencies, marking a significant shift in government tech use.

An executive from Apple's Vision Pro team has reportedly joined OpenAI's hardware division, raising questions about future developments in AI and AR.

California's partnership with Anthropic aims to integrate Claude AI tools into government operations, promising enhanced efficiency for state workers.

Over 20 newspaper publishers are suing OpenAI and Microsoft, claiming their articles were scraped for AI training without consent.

Rocket, a vibe coding startup from Surat, is reportedly negotiating a Series A funding round led by Susquehanna International Group (SIG).

STARTRADER has launched new CFD instruments allowing traders to invest in OpenAI and Anthropic before their IPOs, opening fresh avenues in AI investment.

Investors are shifting focus from chip stocks to software, as reports suggest a weakening threat from OpenAI, impacting companies like WDAY and ADBE.

S&P Global has launched its Kensho LLM-ready API in open beta, allowing access to structured data for generative AI applications.

Seoul is ramping up its global startup platform, aiming to attract AI-driven innovation and entrepreneurs, backed by Startup Genome's insights.

HP has teamed up with OpenAI to launch the Frontier platform, aiming to revolutionize customer service and internal operations across its global network.

Patronus AI, founded by ex-Meta researchers, has raised $50 million to create digital environments for testing AI agents, responding to soaring demand.