PrettyDamnQuick snaps up $25M to speed up online checkout
A startup hoping to provide a credible alternative to Amazon has picked up funding to double down on the gap in the market. PrettyDamnQuick (PDQ) provides tech to retailers to…
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Innovaccer aims to become healthcare’s AI powerhouse with $275M Series F
Innovaccer has raised a $275M Series F from investors including B Capital Group, Banner Health, Danaher Ventures, Generation IM, Kaiser Permanente, and M12. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For…
Joyland AI Alternatives
Joyland AI strikes a balance between high-quality visuals, extensive personalization, and interactive experiences, catering to diverse needs like companionship, adult content, and creative projects. While competitors excel in specific areas—such…
Joyland AI vs Character AI
What is Joyland AI? Joyland AI is an advanced virtual companion platform that leverages cutting-edge AI technology to deliver immersive, interactive, and highly personalized experiences. Tailored for users seeking realistic…
Tesla directors to pay up to $919 million to settle claims they overpaid themselves
A Delaware judge has approved a settlement that will see Tesla directors – including Chair Robyn Denholm, Oracle founder Larry Ellison, Kimbal Musk, and James Murdoch – return up to…
What Are Large Language Models? A Beginner’s Guide for 2025
Curious about what LLMs are and want to know about them? Explore the Full Guide Right Here, Right Now!
Rounded is an AI orchestration platform that lets anyone build an AI voice agent
French startup Rounded believes AI voice agents are going to become the default way customers interact with companies, so instead of building AI voice agents that are ready to use,…
Biosphere zaps germs with UV light to make biomanufacturing cheaper
Using LEDs has the potential to bring down the cost of biomanufacturing, allowing such processes to make materials that previously would have been too expensive. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights…
Hackers are exploiting a new Ivanti VPN security bug to hack into company networks
Mandiant says a Chinese cyberespionage group has been exploiting the critical-rated vulnerability since at least mid-December. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Xocean raises $119M to capture ocean data with uncrewed surface vessels
Xocean, an Irish marine robotics startup that provides ocean data to the energy and hydrography industries using uncrewed surface vessels (USVs), has raised €115 million ($119 million) as it looks…