Creative Commons debuts CC signals, a framework for an open AI ecosystem
The idea is meant to create a balance between the open nature of the internet and the demand for ever more data to fuel AI.
The Download: squeezing more metal out of aging mines, and AI’s truth crisis
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. Microbes could extract the metal needed for cleantech In a pine forest on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the only active nickel mine in the US is nearing the end of its life. At a…
Meta is adding AI-powered summaries to WhatsApp
Meta announced on Wednesday that it’s adding an AI-powered summaries feature to WhatsApp. The optional new feature uses Meta AI to summarize unread messages in a chat. This summary would only be visible to you, not others in your chat, the company notes. The feature builds on the AI technology that Meta released in April, […]
Rubrik acquires Predibase to accelerate adoption of AI agents
Predibase helps companies train and fine-tune open source AI models which will help Rubrik customers deploy AI agents faster.
Think You Need Millions to Buy a Business? Think Again. Here’s How to Do It Without Raising Any Capital.
How to build a fundless buyout strategy — a flexible path to long-term wealth creation.
The Average Cost of a College Education Is $153,080. These Are the Majors and Careers That Provide the Highest Return on Investment.
As the price of an undergraduate degree continues to climb, many college students want to know which paths will bring financial security.
Getty drops key copyright claims against Stability AI, but UK lawsuit continues
Getty Images dropped its primary claims of copyright infringement against Stability AI on Wednesday at London’s High Court, narrowing one of the most closely watched legal fights over how AI companies use copyrighted content to train their models.
Intel hits the brakes on its automotive business, and layoffs have started
Intel has decided to close down its automotive business, a decision that will lead to layoffs.
Bernie Sanders says that if AI makes us so productive, we should get a 4-day work week
“Let’s use technology to benefit workers,” Sanders said.
This Startup Built the Future of Fast Food – Now It’s Scaling Nationwide
Miso Robotics has officially entered the commercial era, and investors have a new window to join before scale takes off.
‘Not Cool’: Sam Altman Says Lawsuit Over Secret Jony Ives Project Is ‘Silly’
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman wrote on X that “turning to a lawsuit when you don’t get your way” sets a “terrible precedent.”