Google and Apple reportedly warn employees on visas to avoid international travel: Law firms representing Google and Apple have reportedly warned that employees who need a visa stamp to re-enter the United States should avoid leaving the country due to longer-than-usual visa processing times. Read More
Sequoia partner spreads debunked Brown shooting theory, testing new leadership: The newest episode raises questions about whether Sequoia's new leadership -- managing partners Alfred Lin and Pat Grady, who took over last month -- can or will rein in Maguire's social media activity. Read More
'It felt so wrong': Colin Angle on iRobot, the FTC, and the Amazon deal that never was: The iRobot founder opens up about the 18-month regulatory process that he says doomed the Roomba maker -- and what it means for American innovation.
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Yann LeCun confirms his new 'world model' startup, reportedly seeks $5B+ valuation: Renowned AI scientist Yann LeCun confirmed on Thursday the worst-kept secret in the tech world: that he had indeed launched a new startup. Although he did say he will not be running the new company as its CEO. Read More
Ex-Splunk execs' startup Resolve AI hits $1 billion valuation with Series A: The round was led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, according to people familiar with the deal. Read More
Known uses voice AI to help you go on more in-person dates: In its test phase in San Francisco, Known said it observed 80% of its introductions led to physical dates, which is much higher than swipe-based dating apps. Read More
OpenAI allows users to directly adjust ChatGPT’s enthusiasm level: ChatGPT users can now tweak the chatbot’s warmth, enthusiasm, and emoji use. Read More
Elon Musk's $56B Tesla pay package restored by Delaware Supreme Court: The decision brings to a close a years-long court battle that irked Musk so much he moved Tesla's incorporation from Delaware to Texas. Read More
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