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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
27 fun tech gifts for teens, from gaming gear to smartphone accessories
We rounded up our favorite products that would make great gifts for teens, whether to pursue a hobby or to make learning more exciting.
Elon Musk has Twitter and Trump's ear. He's still not getting everything he wants.
The world's richest man finds that typing it doesn't (always) make it so.
Marc Andreessen talks DOGE and Elon Musk: 'It's time to carve this government back in size and scope'
Marc Andreessen pointed to Elon Musk's text to Twitter's old CEO as an example of how federal workers could be held accountable for their time.
Buzzy French voice startup PyannoteAI is in talks to raise around $10 million in funding, sources say
The French startup has developed AI speech models to detect and identify speakers for clearer audio transcriptions.
The best cheap phones in 2024
The best cheap phones offer exceptional value without sacrificing performance, battery life, or camera quality.
Elon Musk just deepened his rivalry with Sam Altman
Elon Musk's xAI could reportedly launch an app to challenge OpenAI's ChatGPT as soon as December, deepening his rivalry with Sam Altman.
The best budget soundbars for clear and balanced audio
You don't have to spend a ton to upgrade your home audio setup. Our budget soundbar recommendations start at just over $100.
The best AirPods of 2024: We tested all of Apple's headphones to find the right fit for different needs
Apple sells multiple AirPods, including several earbud-style options and one over-ear model. Here's how they stack up
Maye Musk welcomes Elon's bromance with Donald Trump and says they 'just seem to be having fun'
It's "nice for both of them to have fun," Elon Musk's mother Maye said of the bromance between the world's richest person and the president-elect.
Dell's AI business is booming, but shares plunged after it cut its revenue outlook
Dell shares were down 10% on Wednesday after its Q3 earnings report, which showed a slightly lower forecast for revenues in the next quarter.
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'ACDC,' 'T2K,' and the Middle East: Leaked documents reveal Amazon's top cloud growth initiatives
AWS is focusing on at least 7 areas with codenames such as "ACDC" and "T2K" as it looks for big new sources of sales growth.
Why the $72 billion software company Workday is psyched about DOGE
"With DOGE coming out, people are absolutely looking to drive more economies of scale and more efficiency," Workday's CEO said on Tuesday.
Marc Andreessen is hopping on the Musk bandwagon and slamming crewed fighter jets, saying there won't be 'spam in the can' if pilots aren't in the plane
"You don't have to keep a human being alive, which means you can be a lot faster, and you can move a lot more quickly," Andreessen told Joe Rogan.
Meet 21 DC power players who shape federal policy for chip companies like Intel, Nvidia, and TSMC
Business Insider analyzed public lobby disclosures, mapping out the top lobbyists and policy issues for chipmakers.
Elon Musk and Grimes' custody battle is over. Here's a complete timeline of the case.
Elon Musk and Grimes' custody battle over their 3 children together has finally ended. Here's a full timeline of their dueling lawsuits in the case.
The best headphones of 2024
Our picks for the best headphones include over-ear, noise-canceling, and earbud-style models from popular brands like Sony, Apple, and Bose.