Technology – Page 209

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology

French Startup ZML Challenges AI Hardware Silos with New Inference Software

Paris-based AI startup ZML has officially launched a new inference-performance software tool, ZML/LLMD, designed to optimize the processing of large language models across a diverse array of hardware. By enabling AI models to run efficiently on chips from Nvidia, AMD, Google, Apple, and Intel, the company aims to dismantle the vendor lock-in that has historically […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology

SambaNova Secures $1 Billion Series F at $11 Billion Valuation to Fuel Enterprise AI Inference Demand

Silicon Valley-based AI chip designer SambaNova Systems has secured a massive $1 billion in the first close of its Series F funding round, propelling the startup’s valuation to an impressive $11 billion. Led by General Atlantic, the round is expected to expand further with a second close in the coming weeks. This capital injection comes […]

Business, Space, Technology

Tech Veteran Kevin Weil Joins Board of Rocket Startup Stoke Space

Stoke Space, a Seattle-based aerospace startup focused on developing fully reusable rockets, has appointed tech industry veteran Kevin Weil to its board of directors. Weil, whose extensive resume includes leadership roles at Meta, Twitter, Planet Labs, and OpenAI, has been a long-time supporter of the company, having served as an early investor through his firm, […]

Health, Social Networking, Technology

WeWard App Introduces ‘Walking Mode’ to Link Screen Time with Step Goals

WeWard, a popular application known for incentivizing physical activity, has unveiled a new feature called “Walking Mode.” This innovative addition allows users to set specific daily step targets and restrict access to chosen applications on their devices until those goals are met. The feature is designed with a dual purpose: to encourage users to increase […]

Business, Space, Technology

Blue Origin Targets $130 Billion Valuation in Massive $10 Billion Funding Round

Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, is reportedly securing $10 billion in new capital at a pre-money valuation of $130 billion. This significant financial milestone marks the company’s first major external fundraising effort, with Coatue Asset Management expected to lead the investment with a $4 billion contribution. Jeff Bezos is personally committing […]

Business, Space, Technology

Venus Aerospace Secures $90M to Propel Advanced Rocket Engine Development for Defense and Space

Venus Aerospace, a pioneer in advanced propulsion technology, has successfully closed a $90 million Series B funding round, signaling a significant acceleration in its mission to develop a new generation of rocket engines. The company, founded in 2020 by CEO Sassie Duggleby and CTO Andrew Duggleby, initially aimed to create clean-flying hypersonic jets for passenger […]

Cryptocurrency, Finance, Technology

Zcash Rebounds as Developers Advance Critical Security Verification

Zcash (ZEC) experienced a notable market recovery, climbing over 4% on Wednesday following positive updates regarding the network’s security infrastructure. The surge comes as developers move closer to finalizing a mathematical verification process designed to ensure the upcoming Ironwood shielded pool is entirely free from potential counterfeiting vulnerabilities. This development has helped restore investor sentiment, […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Technology, World News

Port Workers Demand 28-Hour Workweek to Counter AI and Automation Threat

Australian maritime workers are pushing for a landmark shift in labor conditions, demanding a 28-hour workweek with no reduction in pay. This bold proposal comes as port logistics giant DP World rapidly accelerates its integration of artificial intelligence and automated technologies across major Australian shipping hubs. The Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) argues that the […]

Business, Technology, World News

Major Telstra Outage Disrupts Critical Infrastructure Across Australia

A significant technical failure at Telstra, Australia’s largest telecommunications provider, triggered widespread disruptions on Wednesday, impacting mobile connectivity, public transportation, and essential payment systems. The outage, which began in the early hours of the morning, left thousands of customers without data or voice services for approximately 12 hours before full restoration was achieved. The disruption […]

Artificial Intelligence, Business, Stocks, Technology

Meta Launches In-House ‘Muse Image’ AI Model to Challenge Rivals and Boost Ad Revenue

Meta has officially entered the proprietary AI image generation arena with the launch of “Muse Image,” a new model developed by its Meta Superintelligence Labs division under the leadership of Alexandr Wang. Codenamed “Mango” during development, this release represents a significant step in Meta’s strategy to build in-house AI capabilities, reducing its historical reliance on […]