Pixalto.app has launched an all-in-one creative suite tool, aiming to simplify the production of high-quality visuals and videos. The platform's AI-powered technology is designed to make professional-grade content creation faster and more accessible for users.
Profound, a one-year-old startup, has seen its revenue grow from six figures to eight figures this quarter, with CEO James Cadwallader attributing the surge to the shift in search trends towards AI answers. According to Anas Biad, a partner at Sequoia, companies must now compete on the "AI stage" where decisions are made. Profound has already partnered with major brands across various sectors, and its $20M Pitch Deck aims to help them show up in AI search, addressing the decline of traditional brand visibility due to Google's prioritization of AI tools.
SiMa.ai's Modalix, a second-generation Machine Learning System on a Chip (MLSoC), has been developed in collaboration with Arm and Synopsys. The flexible, Arm-based architecture supports LLMs, transformers, CNNs, and GenAI workloads under 10 watts, making it suitable for various industries such as robotics, automotive, and retail. TSMC's N6 process technology ensured the chip meets stringent power demands. SiMa.ai has leveraged Synopsys' AI-powered design suite to accelerate development and achieve bug-free silicon. The company plans to launch Modalix worldwide, introducing LLiMa to simplify LLM deployment on the platform, accelerating its global adoption.
Marketing AI Institute, a SmarterX brand, is a media and education company that makes artificial intelligence approachable for marketers and business leaders. Founded in 2016, it produces conferences, virtual summits, and hosts The Artificial Intelligence Show podcast. The Institute also offers an AI Academy with course series and exclusive resources through the AI Mastery Membership. It has published "Marketing Artificial Intelligence: AI, Marketing and the Future of Business" (2022).
The South Korean government has announced plans to develop five teams to create a proprietary AI foundation model, with the US also moving to deregulate AI as policymakers prioritize it as a vital strategic asset. However, concerns over data access and copyright issues hinder large-scale training of AI systems. Public-sector data in areas like healthcare, education, and taxation is extensive but restricted due to privacy reasons, prompting calls for revising individual laws or introducing blanket exceptions in relevant acts.
StrataVision's Guardian IQ AI Platform Revolutionizes Security StrataVision has developed a platform called Guardian IQ that provides real-time information with superior accuracy for retail, commerce, and public environments. Guardian IQ enables companies to transition from reactive surveillance to proactive strategies, empowering security teams to innovate faster, reduce risks more intelligently, and work with greater clarity. The platform is designed with a scalable and user-friendly design, allowing teams to make informed decisions with real-time insights. With Guardian IQ, StrataVision redefines security through computer vision, providing unprecedented clarity for organizations to operate more efficiently.
The Tanzania ICT Commission is partnering with the Korea Internet and Security Agency to conduct a week-long cyber security training program in Dar es Salaam from August 11-15. The program aims to develop advanced skills in digital forensic analysis among 33 Tanzanian participants from government institutions and the private sector. This initiative is crucial as nearly all criminal activities today have a digital component, and experts emphasize the importance of uncovering digital evidence for law enforcement, corporate security, and the justice system. ICTC Director General Nkundwe Mwasaga stressed the need to build public trust in digital systems, highlighting that strong forensic expertise is essential to safeguard personal data, protect privacy, and mitigate risks in an era of AI and rapid digital change.
Tesla has reshuffled its engineers after abruptly ending the Dojo AI project, a significant move that may impact the company's autonomous driving capabilities. The decision to discontinue the project was made by Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who cited concerns over the project's progress and potential risks. This change comes as Tesla continues to invest in its Autopilot technology, which is expected to play a crucial role in the development of fully autonomous vehicles.
Microsoft CEO Thomas Dohmke is leaving his position as GitHub's chief executive at the end of the year to start a new venture. He will oversee the integration of GitHub operations into Microsoft's Core AI division, with leadership changes aimed at boosting AI integration at the platform.