Thinking Machines co-founder Lilian Weng left the company citing health reasons, then joined OpenAI
Weng previously served as the VP of AI Safety Research at OpenAI.
The Download: US robot restrictions, and ICE’s DNA grab
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Trump’s AI protectionism has come for robotics —James O’Donnell Humanoid robots usually elicit more cringe than awe: They stumble, kick children, and despite advances are still worse at using their hands than my toddler. It’s…
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Winamp aims for a comeback with a new music player powered by Deezer
Winamp is preparing to relaunch with a Deezer-powered premium music service, betting its nostalgic brand and a new all-in-one music player can stand out in today’s crowded streaming market.
How to Land Your First Agency Client (and How Not to)
Your first client is your most important client! But finding that client can feel like an impossible task. Let’s discuss a sure-fire way to do it.
The Hugging Face AI break-in, as told through an increasingly committed bear metaphor
Another way to think about the whole thing is to picture a bear at a campsite. (Really, we are going there.)
Claude Opus 5 became downright ruthless when tasked with running a vending machine
Andon Labs’ latest vending machine simulation shows Opus 5 lied and colluded its way to become the best AI capitalist ever.
How an overlooked geothermal plant got a second chance
In June 2024, a small company called Zanskar purchased a geothermal power plant in New Mexico that was failing fast. The water coming from the underground reservoir was getting colder by the day, making the plant uneconomical to run. Now, two years later, that plant is running at full capacity again, thanks to a new…
This Struggling Restaurant Chain Went Back to the Basics. Now Its Stock Is Up 500% in 4 Years: ‘Nothing Short of Remarkable’
Instead of focusing on AI, this chain is fixing its foundation.
Here’s What Really Separates Entrepreneurs Who Make It From Entrepreneurs Who Quit
You don’t need to have a huge venture capital safety net, an Ivy League pedigree or a genius-level intellect to succeed. You need to disable your off switch.
Why Your Team Doesn’t Need Certainty. It Needs Direction.
Your people can handle not knowing how things will turn out. What they cannot handle is not knowing which way to walk today.
Sorry, haters. Ferrari’s first EV is doing just fine
To the horror of commenters across the internet, the Ferrari Luce appears to be a sales success.