Sources: Naveen Rao’s new AI hardware startup targets $5B valuation with backing from a16z
Former Databricks AI chief is raising $1 billion to build a Nvidia rival through a novel approach.
Google Deepmind is using Gemini to train agents inside Goat Simulator 3
Google DeepMind has built a new video-game-playing agent called SIMA 2 that can navigate and solve problems in a wide range of 3D virtual worlds. The company claims it’s a big step toward more general-purpose agents and better real-world robots. Google DeepMind first demoed SIMA (which stands for “scalable instructable multiworld agent”) last year. But…
The Step-by-Step Strategy Top Brands Use to Secure Domains Without Tipping Off Competitors
The smartest domain acquisitions happen in silence — and using an anonymous broker can protect your brand, reduce costs and give you a powerful strategic edge.
Elon Musk’s xAI Is Paying Up to $208,000 Per Year For an AI Video Game Tutor. Here’s What It Requires.
xAI wants to hire someone who “has dedicated a lot of time to playing video games,” according to the job description.
What to expect at OpenAI’s DevDay 2025, and how to watch it
OpenAI’s third-ever developer conference is around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be the company’s biggest yet.
Snapchat is going to charge for storage — here’s how to save your Memories for free
If your Memories exceed the new limit, you will need to either export them or sign up for one of Snapchat’s new Memories Storage plans in order to preserve them.
Google’s Gemini AI app could soon be getting a big makeover
Google’s Gemini AI app is getting a redesign with suggested prompts, a reverse engineer finds.
How Entrepreneurs Can Spot Opportunities in Unlikely Places
Innovation comes from combining diverse experiences. Here are some key lessons my unconventional journey from mechanic to solar entrepreneur can teach you.
Rivian is redesigning the R2 SUV’s door handles for better safety
The change comes after employees and customers reportedly voiced concerns.
Can you think like a YC partner? This game will help you find out
The YC Partner Simulator game, created by an undergrad in Berlin, lets you see if you can predict what startups get into Y Combinator.
Can AI companies turn brainrot into revenue?
The U.S. government shutdown that began this week is the first in seven years. While it might not feel immediately disruptive, for startups waiting on permits, visas, or regulatory approvals, even a few weeks can become an existential problem. On this episode of Equity, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, and Max Zeff talk through how uncertainty […]