Google’s new startup program focuses on bringing AI to public infrastructure
Google’s newest startup program, announced on Wednesday, aims to bring AI technology to the public sector. The newly launched “Google for Startups AI Academy: American Infrastructure” will offer participants hands-on training from AI experts and other support for companies solving problems in areas like agriculture, energy, education, public safety, healthcare,
Read MoreeBay debuts AI-powered background tool to enhance product images
eBay’s newest AI feature allows sellers to replace image backgrounds with AI-generated backdrops. The tool is now available for iOS users in the U.S., U.K., and Germany. It’ll gradually roll out to Android users over the coming months. Following in Amazon’s and Google’s footsteps, the e-commerce company announced on Tuesday
Read More2024 SADC Channel Partner Award Winners: Check Point
BCX Mozambique and Mauritius Telecom were major winners at the recent Check Point Software Southern Africa Channel Partner Awards, winning Partner of the Year and Regional Partner of the Year, respectively. These awards showcase the achievements and dedication of the businesses’ partners in the region, which have demonstrated exemplary commitment
Read MoreAsana introduces ‘AI teammates’ designed to work alongside human employees
Asana is using its work graph to train LLMs with the goal of creating AI assistants that work alongside human employees in company workflows. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read MoreTaloflow puts AI to work on software vendor selection to reduce cost and save time
Taloflow, an early stage startup changing the way companies evaluate and select software, has raised $1.3M in a seed round. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read MoreSiTration uses silicon wafers to reclaim critical minerals from mining waste
The startup is hoping its durable filters can make metals refining and battery recycling more efficient, too. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read MoreDive goes cloud-native for its computational fluid dynamics simulation service
Spun out of Bosch, Dive wants to change how manufacturers use computer simulations by both using modern mathematical approaches and cloud computing. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read MoreInsurance provider Understory gets into renewable energy following $15M Series A
After growing 500% year-over-year in the past year, Understory is now launching a product focused on the renewable energy sector. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Read MoreYouth Empowerment: ThinkYoung & Boeing’s Coding School
Nigeria | ThinkYoung and Boeing developed a coding school in Lagos, Nigeria, producing over 50 successful graduates between the ages of 10 and 17. Throughout the program, participants in Lagos committed more than 30 hours to mastering robotics, web design, computer programming, and drones. Seasoned experts from the computer and
Read MoreBoosting Connectivity: Enhancing Network Coverage in Morocco
A strategic alliance has been established between Liquid Intelligent Technologies, and MEDI TELECOM, a Moroccan division of the Orange business. Through this partnership, Liquid DataPort clients in the region will receive improved network coverage and services. Increased prospects for growth and cooperation in the area will result from the agreement. Liquid
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