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That’s the promise of Phantom Neuro, the Austin-based startup redefining bionics with its Phantom X neural interface. What makes Phantom X so groundbreaking? Phantom X translates subtle muscle biosignals into motion commands using adaptive AI, all through a minimally invasive procedure. Early trials have demonstrated up to 93.8% accuracy in decoding 11 distinct wrist and hand movements after just 10 minutes of calibration. In other words, users can perform nuanced gestures—like gripping, rotating, or pinching—almost instantly, with no direct brain surgery required. How did Phantom Neuro get here? Founded by Connor Glass during his neuroengineering fellowship at Johns Hopkins, Phantom…

In a significant advancement for enterprise artificial intelligence, KOGO AI has partnered with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to introduce a robust, privacy-centric AI stack tailored for regulatory-compliant deployments. This collaboration leverages Qualcomm’s cutting-edge Cloud AI 100 Ultra hardware and KOGO’s innovative platform to provide a high-performance, secure solution for generative AI applications.​ A New Era of Private AI The joint solution is designed to address the growing demand for private AI systems that prioritize data security and compliance. By integrating Qualcomm’s Cloud AI 100 Ultra—capable of supporting models with up to 100 billion parameters on a single 150-watt card—with KOGO’s platform,…

In a significant stride toward enhancing the safety of generative AI systems, Virtue AI has secured $30 million in combined seed and Series A funding. The investment, led by Lightspeed Venture Partners and Walden Catalyst Ventures, aims to scale Virtue AI’s comprehensive platform designed to mitigate risks associated with AI deployments in critical sectors such as healthcare and finance. Addressing the Imperative for AI Safety As generative AI continues to permeate various industries, concerns about its potential risks have escalated. Virtue AI addresses these concerns by offering a unified platform that stress-tests AI models, moderates real-time outputs, and deploys safety-first…

“AI is not just a tool; it’s a transformative force that redefines possibilities.” This powerful statement by Rish Gupta, CEO of Spot AI, encapsulates the company’s mission to revolutionize how businesses leverage video data. In a recent episode of Simulated Reality, Gupta delves into how Spot AI is reshaping industries through intelligent video analytics, transforming passive surveillance systems into proactive decision-making tools.​ Unlocking the Potential of Video Data Gupta emphasizes that video is the richest yet most underutilized data source in the enterprise world. “Video footage is everywhere but most of it sits unused,” he notes. Spot AI addresses this…

At NVIDIA’s GTC 2025, Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun delivered a provocative message: the era of Large Language Models (LLMs) is nearing its end. In a candid discussion, LeCun criticized LLMs as “token generators” and advocated for a new generation of AI architectures grounded in reasoning, planning, and real-world understanding.​ “I’m Not So Interested in LLMs Anymore” LeCun, a Turing Award laureate and one of the pioneers of deep learning, expressed his waning interest in LLMs, stating, “I’m not so interested in LLMs anymore.” He elaborated that LLMs are primarily product-driven technologies that are reaching their limits, as they…

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…

In a significant move to modernize governmental operations, Conductor AI, a startup founded by former Palantir Technologies engineers Zachary Long, Eric Schwartz, and Ben Fichter, has secured approximately $15 million in Series A funding. The funding round was led by Lux Capital, with participation from Alt Capital, Haystack Ventures, and Abstract Ventures.​ Revolutionizing Government Workflows Established in June 2023 and based in Biddeford, Maine, Conductor AI has developed an AI-driven platform named Conduit. This platform is designed to assist large organizations, particularly U.S. government agencies, in navigating complex approval workflows within secure, classified environments. By processing and breaking down intricate…

India’s ambitious NewSpace sector just took a giant leap forward. Bellatrix Aerospace, the Bengaluru-based startup known for its green satellite propulsion systems, has officially launched its U.S. subsidiary in Delaware, signaling a strategic expansion into the American space technology ecosystem. Founded in 2015 by Rohan M Ganapathy and Yashas Karanam, Bellatrix has long been seen as one of India’s most promising space-tech ventures. Having worked with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and backed by $11.3 million in funding from marquee investors such as Inflexor Ventures, BASF, and Bollywood icon Deepika Padukone, the company is now eyeing a larger share…