69 m. ago Poolside CEO says most companies shouldn’t build foundation models

Poolside co-founder and CEO Jason Warner didn’t mince words: He thinks that most companies looking to build foundation AI models should instead focus on building applications. Poolside is an AI-powered software development platform. Warner told the audience at the HumanX AI conference in Las Vegas on Monday that he doesn’t think anyone who doesn’t think […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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2 h. ago Sam Ung, the Founder of One of Seattle’s Few Cambodian Restaurants, Has Died

Sam Ung, the Founder of One of Seattle’s Few Cambodian Restaurants, Has Died  Eater Seattle

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3 h. ago Report: Majority of Biden Documents Signed by 'Autopen Signature,' Raising Eyebrows

The Heritage Foundation released a report last week which found that the majority of official documents signed by President Joe Biden were by autopen signature, raising questions over if he "actually ordered the signature of relevant legal documents." The post Report: Majority of Biden Documents Signed by ‘Autopen Signature,’ Raising Eyebrows appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 h. ago Insight VC explains the biggest mistake that keeps founders from raising a big round

Given how much money VCs are pouring into AI startups these days, it may seem like VCs have decided: If it’s not AI, they won’t write a big check. But that’s not exactly what’s happening. Dealmaking at the moment is more nuanced, said VC Insight Partners managing director Ryan Hinkle during a recent Equity podcast. […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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3 h. ago National Review founder, conservative icon Bill Buckley honored on new US Postal Service stamps

William F. Buckley, a leading voice for the modern conservative movement, founded National Review in 1955 to publish conservative commentary and analysis.

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4 h. ago Second Base Still Listed as Biggest Remaining Position Battle For Seattle Mariners

Second Base Still Listed as Biggest Remaining Position Battle For Seattle Mariners  Sports Illustrated

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5 h. ago Applications are open for Startup Battlefield 200 — apply today!

Are you a pre-Series A startup founder looking to make your mark on a global stage? This is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for. Applications for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 — the premier startup pitch competition — are officially open. We want to see you showcase your game-changing innovations to the world at TechCrunch Disrupt […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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6 h. ago Huge Caitlin Clark milestone surpassed by teen phenom JuJu Watkins amid quest to steal all

JuJu Watkins surpassed one of Caitlin Clark's biggest milestones on Sunday, moving past Clark's mark for points scored by a player across their first two seasons.

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6 h. ago Maximize your brand: Secure an exhibit table at TechCrunch All Stage 2025

On July 15, 1,200 founders and VCs across all stages will gather at SoWa Power Station in Boston for TechCrunch All Stage 2025 — the ultimate summit for startup founders. What does this mean for you? A golden opportunity to showcase your brand to a powerhouse crowd eager to scale. It’s easy — just head […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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6 h. ago Skirmish in Syrian Capital Raises Fears of Expanding Violence

The overnight incident in Damascus appeared to have been contained, but it has heightened concerns that the violence sweeping the country’s coastal region could spread.

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6 h. ago Newsom's ties to CCP under microscope in new book exposing alleged corruption: 'Fleeced American citizens'

A new book examines Gov. Gavin Newsom's relationship with China during his years running California and raises a variety of red flags about his work with CCP-linked groups.

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7 h. ago Nirvana keeps on truckin’ with $80M at a $830M valuation for its AI

As the U.S. trucking industry gears up for the negative impacts of new Trump tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, a startup building a new kind of trucking insurance — a critical cost for truck drivers — has raised some money to grow, and (it hopes) help truckers weather the changes. Nirvana, an AI-based […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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7 h. ago Nirvana keeps on truckin’ with $80M at $830M valuation for its AI

As the U.S. trucking industry gears up for the negative impacts of U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada, a startup building a new kind of trucking insurance has raised some money to grow and help truckers weather the changes. Nirvana, an AI-based insurance platform that uses real-time driving […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.

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7 h. ago San Jose mayor wants to tie city leaders’ pay raises to outcomes

San Jose mayor wants to tie city leaders’ pay raises to outcomes  San Francisco Chronicle

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8 h. ago Washington Nationals Starter Can’t Overcome Defensive Mistake in Latest Start

Washington Nationals Starter Can’t Overcome Defensive Mistake in Latest Start  Sports Illustrated

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11 h. ago School meals raise eyebrows as MAHA advocates urge 'different choices in the lunch line'

The MAHA movement is inspiring various states to discuss changes to school lunch programs and remove artificial dyes and additives. Lawmakers and parents weigh in.

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22 h. ago Adam Schiff laments 'lack of coordinated response' by Democrats to Trump speech

Sen. Adam Schiff said Sunday during an interview that the Democrats' lack of coordination in responding to President Donald Trump's address to Congress was a "mistake."

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23 h. ago Gavin Newsom to Charlie Kirk on Men in Women's Sports: 'Democratic Party Brand Has Just Been Crushed'

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) admitted to Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk that the Democrats have taken wildly unpopular positions on certain issues — such as men competing in women's sports — but will continue maintaining such losing stances as a matter of "principle." The post Gavin Newsom to Charlie Kirk on Men in Women’s Sports: ‘Democratic Party Brand Has Just Been Crushed’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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27 h. ago Biden's 'autopen signature' appears on most official docs, raising concerns over who controlled the WH: report

President Biden's signature on official executive documents shows the same autopen signature, renewing concerns over his mental acuity, a report shows.

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28 h. ago Democrats' uncoordinated response to Trump speech a 'mistake': Sen. Schiff

ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on "This Week."

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