Technology – Page 135

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Technology

Former Google Security Leaders Raise $36 Million to Fight AI-Driven Phishing Attacks

As cybercriminals increasingly harness artificial intelligence to automate and refine spear phishing campaigns, traditional email defense systems are struggling to keep pace. Modern malicious actors are using AI to scrape personal data, recent itineraries, and workplace relationships, generating hyper-personalized fraudulent emails capable of bypassing standard security filters. In response, cybersecurity startup AegisAI has secured $36 […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology

Anthropic Upgrades Claude Voice Mode with Multi-Model Support and Third-Party App Integrations

Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has rolled out a major update to Claude’s voice capabilities, allowing users to access its full suite of advanced AI models, including Opus, Sonnet, and Haiku. The enhancement marks a significant evolution for Claude’s voice feature, which previously relied solely on the lightweight Haiku model to deliver rapid but basic verbal […]

Business, Policies, Technology

US Safety Regulators to Re-evaluate Vehicle Door Handle Designs Amid Entrapment Concerns

Federal regulators in the United States are initiating a process to potentially establish new safety requirements for vehicle door handles, a move prompted by concerns over drivers and passengers becoming trapped inside cars. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced its intention to explore new rule-making, following a series of incidents, some of which […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Finance, Technology

AI Insurance Startup Corgi Eyes $4 Billion Valuation in Rapid-Fire Funding Blitz

Silicon Valley startup Corgi is reportedly securing yet another massive funding round, propelling its valuation to an estimated $4 billion. This latest capital injection, structured as a second extension of its Series B round, comes just eight weeks after the company closed a $106 million Series B1 round at a $2.6 billion valuation. The rapid […]

Business, Staff & Management, Technology

Patreon Cuts 20% of Staff in Major Restructuring Effort to Navigate Shifting Tech Landscape

Creator platform Patreon has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off approximately 20% of its staff, which equates to 93 employees. In a communication to employees, CEO Jack Conte explained that while the company’s core business remains robust, the decision was necessary to adapt to rapid market changes and optimize its cost structure for long-term […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology

AMD Challenges Market Leaders with High-Performance Helios AI Rack System

AMD has officially unveiled its latest advancement in data center infrastructure, the Helios rack-scale system, signaling a major push to capture market share in the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence sector. Designed to meet the extreme computational demands of modern AI labs, the system integrates multiple processors into a high-density unit capable of training and running […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology

Mobileye Co-Founder Amnon Shashua to Step Down Amid Pivot to Robotaxis and Robotics

Amnon Shashua, the visionary founder and chief executive officer of Mobileye, is preparing to step down from his leadership role after nearly thirty years at the helm. The announcement arrives at a pivotal juncture for the enterprise as it aggressively expands its footprint into the competitive domains of autonomous robotaxis and humanoid robotics. Shashua has […]

Business, Finance, Technology

Australia’s Next Tech Unicorns Prepare for Battle at Sydney Startup Showdown

The Australian startup ecosystem is gearing up for a high-stakes competition as eight of the country’s most promising early-stage companies prepare to pitch live at the upcoming Stripe Tour Sydney on August 19. This local edition of the prestigious Startup Battlefield competition, organized in partnership with financial infrastructure platform Stripe, offers local founders a massive […]

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Technology

Double-Edged Sword: How Strict AI Safety Guardrails Are Hindering Legitimate Cyber Defenders

AI developers have spent months implementing strict safety guardrails and vetted access programs to prevent malicious actors from weaponizing their models. However, these safety measures are increasingly backfiring by obstructing the vital work of legitimate offensive cybersecurity researchers and network defenders. Because the tools used to identify vulnerabilities are often identical to those used to […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology, World News

Elon Musk Urges “Enjoy the Ride” as AI Accelerates Towards “Incredible Abundance”

As artificial intelligence continues its rapid evolution, sparking both excitement and concern among developers, tech magnate Elon Musk suggests humanity should simply “enjoy the ride.” Despite acknowledging the potential risks posed by advancements in AI and robotics, the head of SpaceX and Tesla maintains that the most probable future outcome is one of “incredible abundance […]