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Anthropic Funds New AI Benchmarks, Samsung SmartThings Enhances Grid Connectivity

Anthropic launches a program to fund comprehensive AI benchmarks. Samsung SmartThings introduces Flex Connect, connecting smart homes to the grid. Plus, the Atari 400 Mini offers a nostalgic gaming experience, and a smart RGB cube improves shared home office dynamics.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/01/anthropic-looks-to-fund-a-new-more-comprehensive-generation-of-ai-benchmarks/https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190224/samsung-smartthings-flex-connect-demand-responsehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190280/atar-400-mini-retro-console-deal-salehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190374/how-a-smart-rgb-cube-fixed-my-shared-home-officeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Anthropic looks to fund a new, more comprehensive generation of AI benchmarks(00:03:02) Samsung SmartThings takes a step toward a smarter grid(00:05:31) The Atari 400 Mini plays dozens of classic games, and it’s 15 percent off(00:07:58) How a smart RGB cube fixed my shared home office.

MIT’s RoboGrocery Revolutionizes Grocery Packing, Apple’s Vision Pro AR Headset Updates, Bananabin App Keeps Trash Folder Organized, Identity.vc Empowers LGBTQ+ Startups in Europe

MIT's soft robotic system, RoboGrocery, is designed to pack groceries and revolutionize the grocery industry. Apple's Vision Pro AR headset gets AI updates and introduces 'Go Deeper' in-store demos. Bananabin app uses animated flies to manage your computer's trash folder in a fun way. Identity.vc empowers LGBTQ+ startups in Europe with investments and a strong community. Stay informed about the latest advancements in technology and entrepreneurship with 'Simply' podcast.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/30/mits-soft-robotic-system-is-designed-to-pack-groceries/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/30/24189328/vision-pro-apple-intelligence-in-store-demo-cheaper-versionhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/30/24189505/bananabin-app-flies-trash-macos-sonomahttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/30/identity-vc-is-bringing-capital-and-community-to-europes-lgbtq-venture-ecosystem/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) MIT’s soft robotic system is designed to pack groceries(00:02:25) The Vision Pro will get Apple Intelligence and “Go Deeper” in-store demos(00:04:54) This new Mac app uses animated flies to tell you when to take out the trash(00:07:06) Identity.vc is bringing capital and community to Europe's LGBTQ+ venture ecosystem

Google Pixel Fold Prototype Leaked, Apple Adds RCS Support in iOS 18

Was this almost the first Google Pixel Fold? Leaked images of a damaged Pixel 6-style Fold have surfaced. Apple finally supports RCS in the iOS 18 update. Plus, legacy software firms like SAP, Oracle, and IBM experience record valuations. Also, Amazon hires founders away from AI startup Adept.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/29/24189004/was-this-almost-the-first-google-pixel-foldhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/29/apple-finally-supports-rcs-in-ios-18-update/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/29/sap-and-oracle-and-ibm-oh-my-cloud-and-ai-drive-legacy-software-firms-to-record-valuations/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/28/amazon-hires-founders-away-from-ai-startup-adept/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Was this almost the first Google Pixel Fold?(00:03:41) Apple finally supports RCS in iOS 18 update(00:05:50) SAP, and Oracle, and IBM, oh my! 'Cloud and AI' drive legacy software firms to record valuations(00:08:16) Amazon hires founders away from AI startup Adept

Amazon Partners with AI Startup, Massachusetts Requires Minimum Pay for Uber and Lyft Drivers

Amazon hires founders away from AI startup Adept. Uber and Lyft are now required to pay Massachusetts drivers $32 an hour. Plus, MIT robotics pioneer Rodney Brooks cautions against overestimating generative AI. Also, Apple finally supports RCS in iOS 18 update.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/28/amazon-hires-founders-away-from-ai-startup-adept/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/29/24188851/uber-lyft-driver-minimum-wage-settlement-massachusetts-benefits-healthcare-sick-leavehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/29/mit-robotics-pioneer-rodney-brooks-thinks-people-are-vastly-overestimating-generative-ai/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/29/apple-finally-supports-rcs-in-ios-18-update/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Amazon hires founders away from AI startup Adept(00:03:41) Uber and Lyft are now required to pay Massachusetts drivers $32 an hour(00:05:34) MIT robotics pioneer Rodney Brooks thinks people are vastly overestimating generative AI(00:07:36) Apple finally supports RCS in iOS 18 update

Meta Launches AI Chatbot in India, Streaming Execs Discuss Future of TV

Meta makes its AI chatbot available to all users in India. Streaming executives share insights on the future of TV. Plus, Vinod Khosla discusses his concerns about AI. Also, Prosus writes off stake in Byju's, raising questions about the Indian edtech industry.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/23/meta-makes-its-ai-chatbot-available-to-all-users-in-india/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/23/streaming-execs-think-tvs-future-looks-a-lot-like-its-past/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/23/what-vinod-khosla-says-hes-worried-about-the-most/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/24/prosus-zeroes-out-9-6-byjus-stake/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Meta makes its AI chatbot available to all users in India(00:04:02) Streaming execs think TV’s future looks a lot like its past(00:06:32) ​​What Vinod Khosla Says He's 'Worried About the Most'(00:09:11) Prosus zeroes out 9.6% Byju's stake

OmniAI Revolutionizes Data Analytics, X Faces Impersonation Attacks

Discover how OmniAI transforms business data for AI and helps companies unlock the value of their data. Learn about the growing concern of impersonation attacks on X and the urgent need for stronger identity verification measures on social media platforms. Also, delve into Netflix's bet on advanced video encoding for live streaming and the groundbreaking content licensing deal between Vox Media and OpenAI.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/22/omniai-transforms-business-data-for-ai/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/22/x-still-has-a-verified-bot-problem-this-time-they-came-for-techcrunch-writers/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/22/24171581/netflix-bet-advanced-encoding-anne-aaronhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/22/whats-in-it-for-us-journalists-ask-as-publications-sign-content-deals-with-openai/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) OmniAI transforms business data for AI(00:02:55) X still has a Verified bot problem — this time they came for TechCrunch writers(00:05:32) Inside Netflix’s bet on advanced video encoding(00:08:12) ‘What’s in it for us?’ journalists ask as publications sign content deals with AI firms

AT&T’s Obligations in California, Amazon Faces NLRB Complaint, US Sanctions Kaspersky Lab, Tesla Safety Concerns

AT&T is still on the hook for offering landline service in California. Amazon retaliated after an employee walkout over the return-to-office policy, NLRB lawyers say. US sanctions Kaspersky Lab executives and board members over 'cooperation' with Russia. An Arizona toddler is rescued after getting trapped in a Tesla with a dead battery. Stay informed about these important stories on technology and its impact on various industries.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/21/24183435/att-provide-landline-service-california-colrhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/21/24183203/amazon-nlrb-alleged-retaliation-return-to-workhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/21/24183274/kaspersky-lab-sanctions-treasury-department-russiahttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/21/24183439/tesla-model-y-arizona-toddler-trapped-rescuedOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) AT&T is still on the hook for offering landline service in California(00:03:17) Amazon retaliated after employee walkout over the return-to-office policy, NLRB lawyers say(00:06:04) US sanctions Kaspersky Lab executives, board members over “cooperation” with Russia(00:08:45) Arizona toddler rescued after getting trapped in a Tesla with a dead battery

Zepto Raises $665M, Speak Doubles Valuation, Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Leak, Anker’s Fastest Power Bank

Zepto, a 10-minute delivery app, raises $665 million at $3.6 billion valuation. Language learning app Speak nets $20 million, doubles valuation. Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 leak shows off AirPods-like design. Anker's fastest power bank is matching its lowest price. Stay updated on the latest developments in quick commerce, language learning, wireless headphones, and portable charging technology.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/zepto-a-10-minute-delivery-app-raises-665-million-at-3-6-billion-valuation/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/language-learning-app-speak-nets-20m-doubles-valuation/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/20/24182744/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-leak-airpods-designhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/20/24182460/anker-prime-27650mah-250w-portable-charger-power-bank-deal-saleOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Zepto, a 10-minute delivery app, raises $665 million at $3.6 billion valuation(00:03:23) Language learning app Speak nets $20M, doubles valuation(00:06:04) Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 leak shows off AirPods-like design(00:09:21) Anker’s fastest power bank is matching its lowest price

PQShield Secures Funding for Quantum-Resistant Cryptography, General Catalyst Expands into India

PQShield raises $37M for 'quantum resistant' cryptography. General Catalyst merges with Venture Highway for Indian market expansion. Plus, Wordsmith brings AI paralegals to all employees. Also, Ilya Sutskever launches new AI company, Safe Superintelligence Inc.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/pqshield-secures-37m-more-for-quantum-resistant-cryptography/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/19/general-catalyst-india-venture-highway/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/20/legal-ease-lawyer-in-the-loop-startup-wordsmith-wants-to-bring-ai-paralegals-to-all-employees/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/19/ilya-sutskever-openais-former-chief-scientist-launches-new-ai-company/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) PQShield secures $37M more for ‘quantum resistant’ cryptography(00:03:14) General Catalyst makes India push with Venture Highway merger(00:06:08) 'Lawyer-in-the-loop' startup Wordsmith wants to bring AI paralegals to all employees(00:09:05) Ilya Sutskever, OpenAI's former chief scientist, launches new AI company

Meta Restructures Hardware Division, Nvidia Becomes Most Valuable Company

Meta forms new Wearables group and lays off some employees. Kilimo helps farmers save water and get paid for it. Nvidia overtakes Microsoft as the world's most valuable company. The Framework Laptop 13 is about to become one of the world's first RISC-V laptops.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181420/meta-wearables-reality-labs-layoffshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/18/kilimo-helps-farmers-save-water-and-get-paid-for-it/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181393/nvidia-most-valuable-company-microsoft-apple-googlehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181278/framework-laptop-risc-v-laptop-isa-arm-amd-intel-x86Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Meta forms new Wearables group and lays off some employees(00:03:18) Exclusive: Kilimo helps farmers save water and get paid for it(00:06:50) Nvidia overtakes Microsoft as the world’s most valuable company(00:10:02) The Framework Laptop 13 is about to become one of the world’s first RISC-V laptops