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Anthropic is on the hunt for a weapons expert to help mitigate the risks of AI misuse, aiming to prevent potential catastrophic outcomes.
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Anthropic is on the hunt for a weapons expert to help mitigate the risks of AI misuse, aiming to prevent potential catastrophic outcomes.

Encyclopedia Britannica has launched a lawsuit against OpenAI regarding the use of its data for AI training, raising questions about the future of similar platforms.

OpenAI is set to roll out an 'Adult Mode' for ChatGPT, allowing explicit conversations, despite concerns from its own advisers about potential risks.

Venture capitalist Bill Gurley voices serious concerns about the management and spending practices of AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI.

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Ternary Therapeutics has raised €4.1 million to enhance its AI platform aimed at developing molecular glues for targeting difficult proteins in drug discovery.

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions for a $10 billion joint venture with private equity firms, potentially reshaping its financial landscape and future projects.

Anthropic has doubled the usage limits for Claude AI during off-peak hours, opening new opportunities for users to explore this advanced model.

OpenAI is reaching out to private equity firms to support its new enterprise AI venture, signaling a significant shift in its business strategy.

OpenAI is reportedly seeking private equity investment to bolster its new enterprise AI venture, aiming to reshape the business landscape.

This week’s startup funding report reveals significant investments across various US ecosystems, showcasing emerging companies and their financial backing.

OpenAI is set to introduce an adult mode for ChatGPT, focusing on smutty text rather than explicit pornography, stirring curiosity among users.

Anthropic, recently banned by the Pentagon, announces a limited-time offer for Claude users as a gesture of appreciation.

Anthropic has launched the Claude Architect Certification, aimed at AI practitioners, available for $99 per attempt, enhancing skills in AI development.

Anthropic's legal battle with the Trump administration might reshape its position in the AI sector, potentially giving the company a competitive edge.

A new study from OpenAI and Anthropic highlights concerns about AI models potentially hiding their thought processes, urging a focus on transparency in AI development.

A new Shanghai startup, founded by Huawei veterans, aims to tackle the electricity challenges facing AI data centers, raising significant funding to do so.

India's AI startups are hitting a funding wall as investor interest shifts, raising questions about the future of agentic AI in the region.

Elena Verna from Lovable shares insights on competition, expressing more concern about giants like OpenAI and Anthropic than smaller coding startups.

OpenAI has launched GPT-5, its most advanced AI model, showcasing significant improvements in intelligence and capabilities over previous versions.

OpenAI's partnership with Microsoft features a unique prenup-like agreement, raising questions about the future of artificial general intelligence (AGI).

OpenAI's latest proposal to permit explicit chats in its AI raises alarms among advisers, warning of potential harmful consequences and ethical dilemmas.

OpenAI's potential move to allow sexually explicit chats in its AI raises alarms among advisers, who warn of dangerous implications.

A judge has raised doubts about Elon Musk's staggering $134 billion claim in the ongoing OpenAI lawsuit, questioning its validity and implications.

Google and Accel India have chosen five standout startups from over 4,000 AI pitches, steering clear of the typical 'wrapper' models dominating the scene.

OpenAI has announced that ChatGPT ads are not expanding beyond the U.S. for now, leaving users curious about future plans for global rollout.

SoftBank Group faces investor skepticism as its significant investment in OpenAI raises concerns about future returns and market stability.

Europe's startup scene buzzed with activity last week, featuring record AI funding in Paris and innovative ventures in Croatia and Lithuania.

Pentagon CTO Emil Michael has firmly stated there will be no renewed negotiations with Anthropic, following the agency's recent classification of the AI lab.

The Pentagon is in a heated dispute with Anthropic over the implications of AI in military operations, raising critical questions about technology and warfare.

A user built a global surveillance site in just two hours using OpenAI's Codex, raising serious privacy concerns about the ease of mass surveillance.

Anthropic's Claude AI now generates custom charts and diagrams, enhancing its visual response capabilities for users seeking richer interactions.

A judge has ruled that OpenAI lawyers cannot question Elon Musk about his ketamine use during the ongoing trial, deeming it irrelevant to the case.

Senate aides can now utilize AI chatbots like Google's Gemini and OpenAI's ChatGPT, marking a significant shift in how government tasks are approached.

Qualys introduces TotalAI, a new AI security solution, evolving from its LLM Scanner roots, marking a pivotal moment in AI/ML development.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman aligns with Donald Trump's concerns about AI companies struggling to earn public trust, highlighting a growing industry dilemma.

Microsoft's partnership with Anthropic brings Claude Cowork to marketers, changing how brands leverage AI in their strategies.

Mistral, the rising AI company in Europe, appears to be shifting from model development to offering consulting services, raising questions about its future direction.

Mistral AI has introduced new AI services tailored for the finance industry, focusing on in-house data protection for firms.

OpenAI's Bret Taylor opens up about the emotional challenges of letting AI take over coding tasks he once cherished.