AI model processing public Facebook and Instagram posts with EU flags in the background, symbolizing Meta's data training plans.

Meta Defies EU Privacy Concerns, Will Train AI on Public Facebook & Instagram Posts

Meta announces it will train its AI models on EU users’ public Facebook and Instagram content—despite privacy backlash. Here’s what it means for you. Meta Resumes AI Training on EU Users’ Public Posts—Despite Privacy Backlash In a move that’s reigniting tensions with European regulators, Meta announced Monday that it will proceed with training its AI models on public…

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Elon Musk between X (Twitter) and xAI logos, symbolizing the merger of his AI and social media companies.

The xAI–X Merger: A Power Play for Musk’s Empire (But at What Cost?)

Why Musk Merged xAI and X—And Why It Only Makes Sense for His Inner Circle Elon Musk’s decision to fold xAI into X via an all-stock deal wasn’t just business—it was a survival tactic for both struggling companies. Here’s the real story behind the merger, who wins, and who should be skeptical. The Deal at a Glance Structure: xAI…

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Meta’s Llama 4 Maverick AI Stumbles in Benchmark Test After Controversy

Meta’s unmodified “vanilla” Llama 4 Maverick AI underperforms rivals in LM Arena benchmark, following controversy over experimental version use. Meta’s Unmodified Llama 4 Maverick Trails Rivals in Key AI Benchmark Meta’s latest AI model finds itself in hot water again—this time for underwhelming performance. The vanilla (unmodified) version of Llama 4 Maverick has scored below competing models…

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The Most Innovative AI Startups Showcased at Google Cloud Next 2024

Discover the most groundbreaking AI startups featured at Google Cloud Next 2024, from generative AI to enterprise solutions. Google Cloud Next 2024: The AI Startups Stealing the Spotlight At this year’s Google Cloud Next, AI took center stage—and a select group of innovative startups stood out as the stars of the show. Google Cloud highlighted these…

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AI Has Opened a New Era in Venture Capital, Says Forerunner’s Kirsten Green

Artificial Intelligence isn’t just disrupting industries—it’s transforming the way those industries are funded. According to Forerunner Ventures founder Kirsten Green, AI is unlocking a brand new chapter in venture capital, offering investors deeper insight, sharper forecasting, and smarter bets. In a conversation with TechCrunch Editor-in-Chief Connie Loizos, Green broke down how her firm is evolving,…

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