Google Maps releases new AI tools that let you create interactive projects

Google is debuting an agent that will generate code for you to build interactive Maps projects.

AI PowerPoint-killer Gamma hits $2.1B valuation, $100M ARR, founder says 

Gamma is growing quickly, and profitably, its co-founder CEO Grant Lee says.

Wikipedia urges AI companies to use its paid API, and stop scraping

Wikipedia, the online nonprofit encyclopedia, laid out a simple plan to ensure its website continues to be supported in the AI era, despite its declining traffic.

Kaltura acquires eSelf, founded by creator of Snap’s AI, in $27M deal

Kaltura acquires AI avatar startup eSelf to integrate generative AI into enterprise video and learning tools.

Google brings Gemini to the Google TV Streamer

The tech giant says the change will enable users to use their voice more naturally to access content and more.

A better way of thinking about the AI bubble 

AI isn’t all or nothing, and even good bets can turn sour if you aren’t careful about how you make them. 

Rad Power Bikes faces shutdown in January without new funding

Seattle-based Rad Power has gone through multiple rounds of layoffs over the last few years coming out of the pandemic. However, the company is “still fighting to find ways to continue” according to an email viewed by TechCrunch.

The circular money problem at the heart of AI’s biggest deals

SoftBank and OpenAI announced a new 50-50 joint venture this week to sell enterprise AI tools in Japan under the brand “Crystal Intelligence.” On paper, it’s a straightforward international expansion deal. But SoftBank’s role as a major investor in OpenAI is raising questions about whether AI’s biggest deals are creating real economic value or just moving money in circles. … Continua a leggere The circular money problem at the heart of AI’s biggest deals

VC Jennifer Neundorfer explains how founders can stand out in a crowded AI market

January Ventures co-founder Jennifer Neundorfer discussed this AI-driven funding market on the Equity podcast during TechCrunch Disrupt.

Lovable says it’s nearing 8 million users as the year-old AI coding startup eyes more corporate employees

The platform has attracted an eclectic user base. More than half of Fortune 500 companies are using Lovable to “supercharge creativity,” according to Osika, who insisted retention remains strong.