Paramount Global Co-CEOs Say They Have Hired Bankers to Sell Some Assets
A few weeks after sales talks with David Ellison's Skydance Media ended, Paramount leaders are moving forward with a plan to cut costs and sell assets.
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Redpoint Closes $740 Million Growth-Stage Fund
The investment vehicle, titled Redpoint Omega V, closed three years after Redpoint’s last growth fund.
Europe Says Microsoft Breached Antitrust Rules With Teams Bundling
Microsoft has changed its approach to bundling Teams but the European Commission says the changes aren't sufficient.
Amazon Plans a ChatGPT-Like Consumer Chatbot
The browser-based chatbot will resemble existing chatbots already offered by competitors like OpenAI and Microsoft, according to the report.
Jump Trading Crypto Arm President Kariya Steps Down
Chicago trading firm was major backer of failed TerraUSD project
OpenAI Acquires Collaboration Startup Multi
The acquisition is the ChatGPT-maker's second deal announced in the last week.
European Union Accuses Apple of Breaking New Tech Rules
The move highlights the regulatory challenges Apple and other tech giants face due to the European Union's new Digital Markets Act.
Apple and Meta Discuss Integrating Meta’s AI Assistant on Apple Products
The talks between Apple and Meta show how expansive are likely to be the array of chatbots available through iPhones.
Apple’s AI Features Won’t Be Offered in European Union Because of New Laws
The news is likely to disappoint Apple fans in Europe, but it could also be viewed as a tactic to persuade the E.U. to revise its Digital Markets Act.
Washington Post’s Editor-to-Be Withdraws
Winnett's withdrawal raises questions about the future of Will Lewis at the Jeff Bezos-owned newspaper.
OpenAI Acquires Search, Analytics Startup Rockset
This is the second publicly-announced acquisition in the model developer's history.
Amazon Reportedly Plans Alexa Revamp, New Paid Features
The new “Remarkable Alexa” could include a paid tier that charges users $5 to $10 per month.
Instagram Recommends Sexual Videos to Teen Accounts, Research Shows
Meta in January said it would restrict more sensitive content, including sexual material, from appearing in teenagers’ feeds.
TikTok, Creators File Briefs in Legal Suit to TikTok Ban
The briefs disclosed new information about TikTok’s interactions with the federal government and argued that the law violates the First Amendment and illegally singles out TikTok.
New York Governor Bans ‘Addictive’ Social Media Feeds for Teens
One of the two bills signed into law will ban social media companies from using “addictive” algorithms to recommend content to people under 18 years old.
Microsoft Denies Interest in Buying AI Startup Adept
Adept has recently talked to other potential buyers about an acquisition including Meta Platforms.
Nvidia’s Hardware Plan Could Pressure Dell and Other AI Server Makers
Nvidia is trying to develop new lines of revenue and profits.
Apple Suspends Work on Next Generation Vision Pro
The iPhone maker still aims to release a cheaper model for its VR headset by end-2025.
Chinese AI Startups Are Expanding Into U.S. Market
Chinese AI startups are seeking business opportunities overseas, because an escalating price war in China is making it hard for them to make money at home.
Nvidia’s AI Development Service Offers Tech From Chinese Startup
China's top AI startups, facing an escalating price war in their domestic market, are now looking for business opportunities outside China.
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