Celestial AI raises $100M to transfer data using light-based interconnects
David Lazovsky and Preet Virk, technologists with backgrounds in semiconductor engineering and photonics, came to the joint realization several years ago that AI and machine learning workloads would quickly encounter a “data movement” problem. Increasingly, they predicted, it would become challenging to move data to and from compute hardware as
Read moreAs $100M+ venture rounds evaporate, IPOs might have to carry the weight
Earlier this year we wrote that the “the $100M venture round is going extinct.” Often our predictions wind up sideways. This time we were on the right track. According to new data from PitchBook, the U.S. venture market is continuing to endure lackluster velocity for nine-figure investments into private companies,
Read moreJuly 4th weeklong sale on passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023
Here in the States, we’re celebrating the start of a great summer by traveling back in time. Back to the days of early-bird prices on passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023, which takes place on September 19–21 in San Francisco. We’re rolling back prices on passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 Our
Read moreHouse GOP discusses use of robot dogs to patrol US borders
The United States Department of Homeland Security caused a stir last February when it revealed that it was exploring deploying robot dogs on the U.S./Mexico border. “The southern border can be an inhospitable place for man and beast, and that is exactly why a machine may excel there,” the DHS’s
Read moreReddit protest plunges user engagement, site activity and ad portal visits
Reddit community moderators made a bold move earlier this month that caused quite a stir online. They took a stand against the platform’s decision to charge certain developers for access to its valuable data, which many found controversial. The fallout was evident as users retreated and started to ignore the
Read moreTechstars raising $150 million for new accelerator fund
Startup accelerator Techstars is raising $150 million for its new fund, SEC filings show. The accelerator is seeking new capital ahead of the end of the deployment period of its third institutionally-backed fund, Techstars Accelerator 2021, later this year. Techstars declined to offer details on how it intends to use
Read moreBuilding a Security-First Culture for a Cyber-Resilient Future
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threat of cyberattacks looms larger than ever before. With advances in technology and the growing sophistication of attackers, human-targeted attacks have become increasingly prevalent. Therefore, it is imperative that organisations take proactive measures to address this growing concern. Building a security-first culture is
Read moreEnhancing South Africa’s Internet Experience: ICASA Triples WiFi Spectrum
The Internet Service Providers’ Association of SA (ISPA) says the Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA) making available an additional 500 Mhz of bandwidth has essentially tripled the spectrum available for in-vehicle and in-building WiFi connectivity, provided users upgrade their routers to the latest Wi-Fi 6E standard. Towards the end
Read moreAfrica Practice expands its Francophone Presence to Senegal
Africa Practice, a strategic advisory firm, is expected to expand its francophone presence through the opening of their new office in Dakar, Senegal. This strategic expansion complements the company’s existing hubs in Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana, and the UK and consolidates the firm’s presence in Francophone West Africa,
Read moreHow Can Advanced Technology Revolutionize Caregiving?
In South Africa, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of elderly individuals, as revealed by a recent report from Statistics South Africa. As a result, more South Africans are taking on the responsibility of caring for their elderly loved ones and those in need. Accurate and up-to-date
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