Parallel Web Systems hits $2B valuation five months after its last big raise
The AI agent-tool startup founded by former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal has raised $100 million, led by Sequoia, months after raising a previous $100 million.
The Download: a censorship conspiracy theory and the first virus created by AI
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. How ideas of a vast censorship network moved from the online fringe to Trump policy For years, narratives about a “censorship-industrial complex” spread in right-wing circles. The theory claimed that, under…
Nvidia VP Says AI Costs ‘Far’ More Than Human Employees
AI costs are surpassing employee salaries, says Nvidia’s Bryan Catanzaro.
Real Leaders Don’t Just Spot Problems in Their Business — They Own the Fixes. Here’s How.
Many people think identifying a problem shows leadership. Senior leaders tend to look for something else entirely.
I Was a Hiring Manager at the White House. Here’s the Biggest Mistake People Make on Resumes — and How I Turned That Into a $400K Side Hustle.
Jennifer Clinchy reviewed thousands of resumes before starting her side hustle.
Google Photos uses AI to make the iconic closet from ‘Clueless’ a reality
Google recreates Cher’s closet from “Clueless” with AI.
More Gemini features are coming to Google TV
Google TV just got more Gemini features, including the ability to transform photos and videos with tools Nano Banana and Veo.
Bill Gurley, Jack Altman back startup Pursuit, which helps companies sell to government
On Wednesday, Pursuit announced a $22 million seed round led by Mike Rosengarten, the co-founder of OpenGov with out big-name VCs participating.
Roku’s $3 streaming service, Howdy, reaches 1M subs, per recent report
Roku’s $2.99 streaming service Howdy has topped 1M subscribers, showing demand for cheaper, low-commitment alternatives to pricier streamers.
Uber is in the hotel business now, thanks in part to AI
Uber announced several new features on Wednesday during its annual event, which push far beyond the company’s original ride-hailing purpose and deeper into its users’ lives.
Stop Treating Water as a Utility Bill. It’s Your Hidden Energy Trade
Watch out for the hidden energy costs of water inefficiency and the case for integrated system design.