Browsing: AI Automation & Robotics

In a significant expansion of its open-source AI mission, Hugging Face has acquired French robotics startup Pollen Robotics, marking its first foray into hardware. This strategic move brings the open-source humanoid robot Reachy 2 under Hugging Face’s umbrella, signaling a new era where AI models are not just digital entities but also embodied in physical forms.​ Why This Acquisition Matters Hugging Face, renowned for its extensive repository of open-source AI models, has long championed transparency and accessibility in AI development. By acquiring Pollen Robotics, the company aims to extend these principles to the realm of robotics, fostering a community-driven approach…

In the rapidly evolving landscape of enterprise automation, ServiceNow is emerging as a frontrunner by harnessing the power of agentic AI to drive unprecedented efficiency gains. Under the leadership of Paul Smith, the company reports up to 40% improvements in operational efficiency, signaling a transformative shift in how businesses approach productivity.​ Real-World Impact: BT’s 55% Reduction in Resolution Time One of the most compelling examples of ServiceNow’s agentic AI in action is its collaboration with British Telecom (BT). By integrating ServiceNow’s Now Assist, BT achieved a remarkable 55% reduction in customer service resolution times, showcasing the tangible benefits of AI-driven…

In a move that could reshape the very future of artificial intelligence, Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI) — the stealth-mode startup founded by former OpenAI chief scientist Ilya Sutskever — has raised over $2 billion, pushing its valuation to an eye-popping $32 billion. But unlike typical AI unicorns racing to commercialize large language models or enterprise tools, SSI has a singular goal: build the world’s first safe superintelligence — no distractions, no pivoting, no monetization rush. So why are tech giants like Alphabet and Nvidia throwing their weight (and wallets) behind a company that hasn’t launched a product or made a…

“Anything worth doing is hard. We will persist and find ways around.” — @Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity AI In an era where tech giants like @Google are advancing with AI-driven tools like Gemini 2.5, Perplexity AI is carving its own path. Founded by former OpenAI researcher Aravind Srinivas, Perplexity aims to revolutionize the way users access information by providing direct, ad-free answers.​ A Different Approach to Search Traditional search engines often rely on advertising revenue, leading to a model where user attention is monetized. Perplexity challenges this by focusing on delivering precise answers without the clutter of ads. As…

In a bold leap toward the future of engineering, Rescale, an AI-first simulation platform, has raised $115 million in Series D funding, led by tech titans including NVIDIA, Applied Materials, Y Combinator, and Hitachi. The announcement marks a pivotal moment in industrial design, where simulation speed and precision are critical to innovation. At the helm is CEO Joris Poort, who’s betting big on AI-accelerated physics, high-performance computing, and cloud-native design workflows. But what exactly does Rescale do—and why are investors like Sam Altman and Jeff Bezos backing it? Reimagining the Heart of Industrial R&D Engineering simulations are the backbone of…

The rise of Artificial Intelligence has sparked fears across industries—but few feel the pressure more than software developers. Are their roles becoming obsolete, or is this just the beginning of a smarter, more strategic era in tech talent? Todd McKinnon, CEO of identity and access management giant Okta, offers a confident answer: “There’s going to be more software engineers in the future than there are today.” Speaking to Business Insider, McKinnon compares today’s AI moment to the invention of compilers—once feared as job-killers, they instead supercharged developer productivity. But while optimism runs high at the top, job market data tells…

In a sobering new paper, Shane Legg, co-founder of Google DeepMind, has issued a warning that’s impossible to ignore: Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) could become a reality as soon as 2030. And with it may come not just innovation, but existential risk. AGI isn’t the AI we know today. It’s not ChatGPT or Alexa. It’s something far more powerful—and far more dangerous. What Exactly Is AGI—And Why Is It Different? Artificial General Intelligence refers to AI systems that can learn, think, adapt, and perform tasks across any domain—just like a human. Unlike narrow AI, which is built for specific tasks…

In a world increasingly driven by artificial intelligence, a new contender has entered the arena—one that promises not just smart responses, but emotionally aware interactions. Sesame, a voice AI startup founded in 2023 by Ankit Kumar, Brendan Iribe, and Ryan Brown, is raising eyebrows with its lifelike digital assistants, Maya and Miles. But what exactly sets Sesame apart in a crowded voice assistant market already dominated by the likes of OpenAI, xAI, Amazon Alexa, and Google DeepMind? Built on LLaMA, powered by Empathy At the heart of Sesame’s innovation is its decision to build on Meta’s LLaMA (Large Language Model…

What happens when one of the world’s most influential e-commerce platforms declares that AI comes before people? Shopify just gave us the answer. In a bold internal memo, CEO Tobi Lütke told employees that before making any new hire, teams must prove that AI can’t do the job better. This isn’t just a hiring freeze—it’s a full-scale mindset shift that positions Shopify as a frontrunner in the AI-enabled future of work. From Workforce Cuts to AI-Fueled Culture The announcement follows Shopify’s 20% workforce reduction in 2023 and the sale of its logistics arm Deliverr—moves that many saw as cost-cutting. But…

From OpenAI to Independent Vision: A New Chapter Begins Mira Murati, the former CTO of OpenAI, is making headlines again—this time by founding her own AI venture, Thinking Machines Lab. With a growing team of some of the most brilliant minds in artificial intelligence, Murati is setting her sights on building AI systems that are not just powerful but personal, customizable, and widely understood. The venture has already attracted over $100 million in funding and is quietly positioning itself as one of the most closely watched startups of 2025. Meet the All-Star Cast Behind the Vision What’s grabbing everyone’s attention…