AI improvements are slowing down. Companies have a plan to break through the wall.
AI labs racing to surpass human intelligence have become the subject of reports that challenges are getting between their models and their mission.
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Many digital health startups are quietly raising down rounds and closing up shop. Here's why.
While 2021 had a record number of healthcare-startup deals, the first three quarters of 2024 brought in only about half of those deals.
Microsoft's Copilot has an oversharing problem. The company is trying to help customers fix it.
Microsoft released tools to address security issues with Copilot, which indexes internal data and sometimes shares sensitive customer information.
Elon Musk asks court to stop OpenAI from dropping nonprofit status
In a Friday court filing, Elon Musk asked the court issue an injunction to prevent OpenAI from completing its transition to a for-profit entity.
ChatGPT has entered its Terrible Twos
OpenAI's ChatGPT is two years old and has already changed how we live and work. Here's what to expect from it next.
From the 'godfathers of AI' to newer people in the field: Here are 17 people you should know — and what they say about the possibilities and dangers of the technology.
AI is storming its way to the front page of society. Business Insider looks to leaders in the field to figure out what's next.
Bluesky, the X alternative, says it has 'quadrupled' its moderation team
Bluesky said its moderation policies have been updated to be more "aggressive."
Want to get into the AI industry? Head to Abu Dhabi.
The United Arab Emirates' recent investment in OpenAI reflected its mission to leverage its oil wealth to become a new center for AI innovation.
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In a world of infinite AI, the new luxury item could well be humans
An explosion of commoditized machine-generated products and services will make human-centered offerings rarer, more desirable and therefore more valuable.
Nvidia hopes lightning will strike twice as it aims to corner the burgeoning robotics market
The AI boom turned Nvidia into a trillion-dollar giant. Its next big bet is even more complex.
A TikTok staffer shares 10 tips for getting more views and money on the platform
TikTok creator manager Norissa Samuels shared best practices for posting on TikTok at the company's recent LA creator summit.
She moved into a neighborhood of 3D printed homes in Texas — see what it's like inside
"My favorite thing about living in a 3D printed house is really the aesthetic," said homeowner Daniella Glaeze, who moved in .
AI power usage is growing so fast that tech leaders are racing to find energy alternatives
There's no AI revolution without an energy revolution, according to leaders in the AI industry.
The Silicon Valley leaders who have experimented with psychedelics
Silicon Valley has a long history with psychedelics, and some of its best-known leaders have partaken, including Steve Jobs and Sam Altman.
Meet the OpenAI mafia: These 23 former employees left the AI juggernaut and founded startups that have collectively raised billions
The OpenAI "mafia" includes several research and technical scientists who left the startup to launch companies of their own.
Meta is reportedly building a $10 billion underwater cable that will circle the globe
Meta plans a $10 billion global underwater cable project spanning 25,000 miles, which would be solely owned by Meta, TechCrunch reported.
Elon Musk just gave a shoutout to this new Apple feature
Elon Musk praised Apple's new hearing aid feature for AirPods, despite his rocky history with the tech giant.
The founder of TSMC has revealed he tried to get Jensen Huang to succeed him as CEO
TSMC founder Morris Chang and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang have long-admired each other publicly — but Huang decided to keep his focus on his own company.
From Marc Andreessen to Sriram Krishnan, these are all the Silicon Valley leaders linked with Elon Musk's DOGE
Donald Trump has tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency.
How Amazon revamped its AI-sales machine to compete with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google
AWS is revamping its AI-sales strategy to compete with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. Employees feel the pressure but have big new incentives.
How did Nvidia expand nearly 20-fold in just over 20 years?
From 2003 to 2024, Nvidia's growth surged with top pay, AI-driven revenue, and strong workforce expansion, outpacing rivals.
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ByteDance has sued a former intern for $1.1 million over claims he sabotaged an AI training project, reports say
ByteDance claims a former intern tampered with one of its AI model by modifying its code.
6 tips from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on how to run a company and manage your team
From having 60 direct reports to forgoing 1-on-1 meetings, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has some pretty unconventional leadership and management advice.
The morning routines of CEOs, from Mark Zuckerberg to Sam Altman
We took a look at the morning routines of the CEOs of some of the world's biggest companies, which range from 4 a.m. wake-ups to meditations.
The app gold rush 'is kind of over,' Procreate CEO says. Here's his advice if you're thinking of making an app.
Procreate CEO James Cuda said there's still room to create "incredible" apps but founders won't find success by following trends.
Intel's annual median pay has been stagnant compared to peers like Nvidia and Microsoft
Business Insider analyzed the average pay for employees at Big Tech companies and found that Intel lagged behind.
FTX scammer Caroline Ellison has already had nearly 4 months shaved from her scheduled release from prison
Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Sam Bankman-Fried's Alameda Research cryptocurrency hedge fund, began her two-year prison sentence on November 7.
At Pitch and Run, VC Nihal Mehta is creating a community for founders and investors to connect over exercise.
New York investor Nihal Mehta founded Pitch and Run to use exercise to build meaningful relationships between founders and VCs.
The 5 biggest swings Netflix took this year — from a massive push into live sports to overhauling its film strategy
Netflix emerged as the winner of the streaming wars this year. From live content like Christmas's NFL game to a password crackdown, here's how it won.
Google's lawsuit history: The biggest legal cases against the search giant, including antitrust and class-action suits
Google faces several major monopoly lawsuits. Read about the antitrust cases plus Google's class-action settlements over browsing data and privacy.
Canada is Google's latest antitrust legal challenger
Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech giant has abused its position to maintain market dominance.
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A timeline of Mark Zuckerberg's history with Trump
Donald Trump dined with Mark Zuckerberg at Mar-a-Lago, signaling a possible rapprochement after he threatened to jail the Meta CEO.
As many as one in 10 coders are 'ghost engineers,' Stanford researcher says, lurking online and doing no work
As many as one in 10 software engineers lurk online, doing less than the bare minimum, a Stanford researcher says.
Leading Democrat who represents Silicon Valley encourages liberals to stay on X amid Bluesky exodus
Rep. Ro Khanna, who represents the heart of Silicon Valley, cited his own interactions with Elon Musk as examples of why Democrats should stay on X.
Amazon workers plan global protests during the Black Friday shopping weekend for the fifth year in a row
Amazon faces global protests from workers during Black Friday, with demands for better wages, conditions, and environmental accountability.
Australia passed a law banning social media for kids under 16. Tech companies will need creative solutions to avoid $32 million fines.
Australia voted to ban social media for kids under 16. But how tech companies should comply with the new law remains a big question.
Tariffs and sanctions could disrupt the tech supply chain. Here's how to derisk it.
Tariffs and sanctions threaten tech supply chains. SolidIntel CEO Megan Reiss explains derisking strategies like friend-shoring.
Trump made unprecedented inroads in Silicon Valley this election
California's San Francisco Bay Area is still solidly blue — but less than it used to be. Trump's voteshare in Silicon Valley grew by several points.
Amazon is hedging its big bet on Anthropic with its own AI video model, report says
Amazon's new multimodal AI model, code-named Olympus, could help the Big Tech giant move away from its reliance on Anthropic.
Will TikTok be banned? Here are the latest details on the app's legal fight to stay in the US and Trump's options
TikTok could be booted from US app stores in January due to a divest-or-ban law. Here's what may happen next as the company fights for its future.
Chip-supplier stocks jump as the US weighs up fresh China sanctions
The Biden administration's proposed China curbs have boosted overseas chip stocks, with firms such as ASML and Tokyo Electron seeing gains.
Sriram Krishnan is leaving Andreessen Horowitz and is reportedly in talks to join Elon Musk at DOGE
Sriram Krishnan has confirmed he's leaving Andreessen Horowitz and said it's "obvious we are living through a unique moment in history."
Read a VC firm's advice for founders about how to use AI
Insight Partners, a prominent venture capital firm, advises companies to take a "crawl, walk, run" approach to incorporating generative AI.
Nvidia workforce data explains its meteoric rise
Nvidia's workforce expansion since 2003 shows its rapid growth in AI, with high salaries, low turnover, and a unique culture of public feedback.
Elon Musk's hunger for chips is taxing Nvidia's capacity to make them: report
A Nvidia sales lead said in an email to colleagues that Musk's demand for chips was straining the company's supply chain, per The Wall Street Journal.
Mark Zuckerberg joined Trump for a Thanksgiving Eve dinner at Mar-a-Lago
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg met with Trump. Meta confirmed the dinner, saying, "it's an important time for the future of American Innovation."
The 4 best soundbars with subwoofers for deep and powerful bass
To get the best bass performance, our experts recommend buying a soundbar with a dedicated subwoofer. Check out our top picks for various budgets.
The best soundbars: Expert picks for upgrading your TV speakers
Our testers have rounded up the best soundbars for all needs, from premium Dolby Atmos systems to budget-friendly two-channel bars.
The best Dolby Atmos soundbars for immersive spatial audio
Soundbars with Dolby Atmos can deliver 3D surround sound performance with audio effects from all directions, including above your head.
The best cell phone plans in 2024
The best cell phone plans offer enough data and coverage for your needs with worthwhile features and perks.