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Windsurf Launches SWE-1 AI Model Family, Signaling Bigger Ambitions Beyond Vibe Coding

May 16, 2025May 26, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, Startup, TechLeave a Comment

AI startup Windsurf, best known for its “vibe coding” tools, has launched its first in-house family of AI software engineering models — SWE-1, SWE-1-lite, and SWE-1-mini. The move marks a major shift from app development to building the AI models powering those apps.

Source: TechCrunch

OpenAI’s Big Move: $3B Deal for AI Coding Tool Windsurf

May 6, 2025May 26, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, Business, TechLeave a Comment

OpenAI is buying AI coding startup Windsurf (formerly Codeium) for around $3 billion, making it its biggest acquisition yet. The deal isn’t final, but it signals OpenAI’s plan to strengthen its coding tools as rivals like GitHub Copilot gain ground.

OpenAI in Talks to Acquire Windsurf for Over $3 Billion

April 18, 2025April 18, 2025 by educatekaroin News, AI, Business, FundingLeave a Comment

OpenAI is in talks to acquire coding assistant startup Windsurf for over $3 billion, marking its biggest deal yet. The move signals a potential AI app acquisition race as big players look beyond in-house tools. The deal could raise antitrust questions, especially given OpenAI’s complex ties with Microsoft and competition with rivals like Anysphere.