Artificial Intelligence
OpenAI debuts ChatGPT subscription aimed at small teams
OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Team, a new subscription offering designed for small to medium-sized teams seeking a comprehensive AI chatbot experience. This plan accommodates teams of up to 149 members and includes specialized administrative tools for efficient team management. Subscribers to ChatGPT Team gain access to OpenAI’s advanced models: GPT-4 for text generation, GPT-4 with Vision […]
OpenAI launches a AI store
OpenAI recently launched a GPT marketplace, named the GPT Store, within the ChatGPT web client. This store offers various GPT applications, created using OpenAI’s AI models like GPT-4 and DALL-E 3, and is accessible through a new tab in the ChatGPT client. These applications are developed by both OpenAI’s collaborators and the broader developer community. […]
Investment
Quora raised $75M from a16z to grow Poe, its AI chat bot platform
Quora is making headlines again with its first funding round in almost seven years, securing $75 million from venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). This investment is earmarked for the growth of Poe, Quora’s innovative AI chat platform. What sets Quora’s AI chatbots apart is their unique approach towards cultivating a new segment within the […]
How to find the right venture investor?
Finding the right venture investor is a crucial step for startups looking to scale their operations. According to a report by CB Insights, in 2021, venture capital funding reached a record high of $621 billion globally, a clear indicator of the vibrant investment landscape. However, navigating this landscape requires a strategic approach to ensure a […]
Start-up
Alphabet quantum spin-out Sandbox AQ acquires Good Chemistry
Sandbox AQ, an AI and quantum computing company that emerged from Alphabet in 2022, has recently acquired Vancouver-based quantum and computational chemistry startup, Good Chemistry, for an undisclosed amount. Founded by Arman Zaribafiyan in 2021 as an offshoot of 1QBit and supported by investors like Green Sands Equity and Accenture Ventures, Good Chemistry specializes in […]
Direction 9 is trying to bring T9-like text input to your TV
Certain technologies have an enduring appeal, and T9 text input, reminiscent of the classic Nokia phones of the 1990s, is one such example. Direction 9, a budding startup, is keen on reviving T9 for modern televisions, allowing users to input text using their remote’s directional pad. This concept was showcased at CES, but its potential […]
Technology
Google and Samsung are merging Nearby Share and Quick Share into a singular cross-Android solution
At CES, Google disclosed its partnership with Samsung to unify their file-sharing solutions into a single cross-Android feature named Quick Share. This integration aims to expand the network of devices within the Android ecosystem, including Chromebooks, for seamless content sharing. Google initially launched Nearby Share in 2020 to facilitate easy file sharing across various devices. […]
GenAI could make KYC effectively useless
KYC, or “know your customer,” is a process intended to help financial institutions, fintech startups and banks verify the identity of their customers. Not uncommonly, KYC authentication involves “ID images,” or cross-checked selfies used to confirm a person is who they say they are. Wise, Revolut and cryptocurrency platforms Gemini and LiteBit are among those […]