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OpenAI exec leaves to found materials science startup
Liam Fedus, OpenAI’s VP of research for post-training, is leaving the company to found a materials science AI startup. The Information initially reported Fedus’ plans. In a statement on X, Fedus confirmed the report and added a few additional details. “My undergrad was in physics and I’m keen to apply this technology there,” Fedus said […]
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Intel could be in for significant changes as Lip-Bu Tan takes on CEO role
Intel’s new CEO Lip-Bu Tan seems ready to get right to work to turn around the struggling company. The semiconductor giant’s new executive is considering sweeping changes for the company’s chip manufacturing and AI strategies, according to Reuters, including: cutting middle management staff and revamping the company’s approach to manufacturing chips. Tan reportedly told company […]
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Rippling sues Deel, Deel denies ‘all legal wrongdoing’, and Slack is the main witness
It’s gloves off in one of the more tense rivalries in the world of startups. HR company Rippling Monday morning announced a lawsuit against Deel, another big player in the same space. The dramatic 50-page complaint alleges racketeering, misappropriation of trade secrets, tortious interference, unfair competition, and aiding & abetting breach of fiduciary duty. The […]
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This app limits your screen time by making you literally touch grass
If you’ve ever spent way too long scrolling through endless feeds about nothing, you may have been advised to touch grass. It’s a tongue-in-cheek suggestion, basically telling you to log off and go outside. But one developer took the concept to the next level. Rhys Kentish launched an iOS app last week called Touch Grass, […]
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A Google-backed weapon to battle wildfires made it into orbit
The constellation will keep a close eye on wildfires, eventually imaging nearly all of the Earth’s surface once every 20 minutes.
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These fintech companies are hiring in 2025 after a turbulent year
While the rapid pace of funding has slowed, many fintechs are continuing to see growth and expand their teams.
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Are You Leaving Work Before 5 P.M.? You’re Not Alone, the Workday Is Actually Getting Shorter, According to a New Report.
Flexport accuses former employees of stealing its source code to create a rival startup
Flexport accuses Freightmate of being the product of “theft, not ingenuity” in its lawsuit against the startup.
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