Mira Murati’s Thinking Machines Lab Aims to Reshape AI

Mira Murati, who previously served as the CTO at OpenAI, has started a new AI company called Thinking Machines Lab. This initiative is all about developing AI systems that are more accessible, customizable, and powerful. The goal is to connect the cutting-edge capabilities of AI with what the public can truly understand. Thinking Machines Lab plans to create multimodal systems that are not only collaborative but also tailored to fit individual user needs, all while prioritizing safety to help prevent misuse. Murati has brought in top talent from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and other prestigious firms. They’re currently on the lookout for more hires and there’s buzz that they might be in the process of raising substantial venture capital.

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OpenAI Rejects Elon Musk’s $97.4 Billion Bid

OpenAI has unanimously rejected Elon Musk’s $97.4 billion offer to acquire its nonprofit arm, reaffirming that “OpenAI is not for sale.” CEO Sam Altman dismissed Musk’s bid as an attempt to slow down OpenAI, calling him “insecure” and urging him to compete by building a better product.

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Ronnie Screwvala: No Edtech Company Is IPO-Ready Today

Despite a wave of IPOs in India’s startup ecosystem, edtech remains absent. PhysicsWallah’s upcoming IPO is drawing attention, but upGrad’s Ronnie Screwvala warns the sector lacks maturity and profitability. He stresses sustainable growth, outcome-based learning, and the need for contraction over consolidation before edtech companies go public.

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ePlane Company Lands $1B Deal to Deliver 788 Air Ambulances

The ePlane Company and have signed a $1 billion deal for 788 eVTOL air ambulances. Aimed at enhancing India’s emergency medical services, the e200x will enable faster patient and organ transport, bridging urban-rural healthcare gaps. ICATT has completed 2,348 airlifts, with plans to expand further.

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IIT Madras and ISRO Develop Indigenous Space Chip

IIT Madras and ISRO have jointly created the IRIS chip, an indigenous semiconductor for space and computing applications. Built on the Shakti processor, manufactured in India, it enhances ISRO’s mission efficiency and supports the ‘Make in India’ initiative, reducing reliance on foreign technology.

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Zomato Launches AI Support Platform ‘Nugget’

Zomato introduces ‘Nugget’, an AI-driven customer support tool developed by Zomato Labs. Handling 15 million interactions monthly, it automates 80% of queries, offering businesses worldwide customizable, low-cost support without needing developers. The platform is now available globally, with free access for founders stuck with legacy providers.

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OpenAI Shifts Towards Greater Intellectual Freedom

OpenAI has updated its AI training policy to embrace intellectual freedom, aiming to offer multiple perspectives on controversial topics. This move might be influenced by the new Trump administration and reflects a broader Silicon Valley trend towards less content moderation, focusing on neutrality and free speech in AI responses.

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BlueSkyHunter Launches, Offering Growth and Analytics Tools for Bluesky Users

BlueSkyHunter, launched by Borut Udovic, offers a comprehensive toolset for managing Bluesky presence with analytics, scheduling, and DM automation. It features a dashboard for tracking growth, engagement, and trends. Priced at $15/month with a 14-day trial, it aims to empower creators and businesses on the platform with 31.5 million users.

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Adobe Launches AI Video Generator

Adobe launched Firefly Video Generator, enabling video creation from text or images in Adobe Premiere and a new Firefly web app. It offers customization, supports 1080p, and is commercially safe with Content Credentials for transparency. Plans include Firefly Standard ($9.99) and Pro ($29.99) monthly.

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Hotstar and JioCinema Merge to Form JioHotstar

Hotstar and JioCinema have merged into JioHotstar, combining content from Disney, Warner Bros, among others. The new platform targets over 500 million users with content in 19 languages. The merger, following Reliance and Disney’s venture, consolidates India’s streaming market, offering various subscription plans and sports rights.

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