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OpenAI reportedly lowers funding target for new round
OpenAI's latest funding round appears to be falling short of expectations, with the company reportedly lowering its target for the new round. This signals potential challenges in attracting the level of investment the AI giant had initially sought.
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Judge allows NAACP lawsuit over xAI data center pollution to move forward
A judge has allowed an NAACP lawsuit against xAI to proceed, accusing Elon Musk's AI company of violating the Clean Air Act with pollution from its data center. The case highlights growing concerns about the environmental impact of large-scale AI infrastructure.
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Apple CEO says the company doesn't 'want to ship AI for AI's sake'
Apple's CEO defended the company's measured approach to AI, emphasizing a focus on meaningful, user-centered features rather than rushing products to market. The remarks address criticism that Apple has been slow to compete with rivals in the AI space.
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I built an AI Tamagotchi before Meta could
A hands-on preview explores a DIY AI companion gadget called the Muse Charm, built using a Waveshare ESP32 and Claude, inspired by Meta's upcoming AI wearable. The homemade device channels the nostalgia of a Tamagotchi while showcasing how accessible vibe-coded AI hardware projects have become.
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4 days left: How TechCrunch Founder Summit helps you make more useful connections to scale
TechCrunch is promoting its upcoming Founder Summit event on November 4 at Boston's SoWa Power Station, promising networking opportunities and actionable insights for startup founders. Attendees are urged to register before door prices take effect.
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