New project makes Wikipedia data more accessible to AI
A new database will make Wikipedia’s wealth of knowledge more accessible to AI models.
The Download: OpenAI is building a fully automated researcher, and a psychedelic trial blind spot
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. OpenAI is throwing everything into building a fully automated researcher OpenAI has a new grand challenge: building an AI researcher—a fully automated agent-based system capable of tackling large, complex problems by…
U.S. government takes stake in Canadian lithium miner and its Nevada mining project
The U.S. Department of Energy has taken equity stakes in Canadian company Lithium Americas and its Nevada mining joint venture with General Motors as part of a renegotiation of a federal loan. Under the new terms, the U.S. government will take a 5% equity ownership in Lithium Americas and a 5% ownership in the Lithium […]
College Side Hustle Started With $50 Is About to Hit $500,000
Presley Campbell and Alden Kramer followed their passion into business.
Starbase hires Cameron County to police its streets and jail its offenders
Starbase is in the business of launching rockets, not policing, according to two new agreements.
Unchecked Stress Is Killing Your Business Fast — And Only One Thing Can Save It (It’s Not HR)
When stress shows up in your team, it’s not a sign to call HR — it’s a signal for leadership to fix what’s broken beneath the surface.
Lyft’s CEO Drives for the Company Incognito Every 6 Weeks. Here’s Why.
There are two million Lyft rides taken every day. Sometimes, CEO David Risher is behind the wheel.
Toyota adds another $1.5B to its bet on startups at every stage
Toyota made two announcements that reflect the automaker’s growing interest in startups working on mobility, climate, AI, sustainability, and industrial automation.
Most Workers Would Take a Pay Cut for Two Major Job Perks, According to a New Report
A more flexible schedule might outweigh a higher paycheck.
A breach every month raises doubts about South Korea’s digital defenses
Known for its blazing fast internet and home to some of the world’s biggest tech giants, South Korea has also faced a string of data breaches and cybersecurity lapses that has struggled to match the pace of its digital ambitions.
Anonymous question app Sendit deceived children and illegally collected their data, FTC alleges
On Sendit, teens can send each other anonymous questions via integrations with Instagram or Snapchat.