VCs are rushing to meet with former OpenAI CTO Mira Murati in hopes of funding a new company
Venture capitalists pursue Mira Murati after her departure from OpenAI, as the company closes in on a new $6.5 billion round of funding.
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Microsoft won't follow an Amazon-style RTO policy unless productivity slows, exec tells employees in an internal meeting
Amazon's RTO mandate starts in January. Other Big Tech companies are taking different approaches so far.
Amazon is jumping into news as it closes in on a deal with Brian Williams
Brian Williams is close to a deal with Amazon to host an election-night special that could mark the start of a new strategy for Prime Video.
Diddy hires a new lawyer who is also representing his jail roommate Sam Bankman-Fried
Alexandra Shapiro is representing Brooklyn jail roommates Sean "Diddy" Combs and SBF.
How Google's ad business could be saved by a $150 billion spin-off
Arete Research analysts suggest spinning off Google's adtech as a B Corp could be a potential solution to its antitrust woes.
Bill Gates calls for higher taxes on the rich — but warns against crushing the American dream
Bill Gates said his ideal tax system would slash his net worth by 62% or about $100 billion, but still reward entrepreneurs.
A leading remote-work expert says Amazon's RTO order is about 'backdoor layoffs'
Amazon's strict return-to-office push is an attempt to reduce head count, the Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom says.
LiquidStack helps data centers cut energy and water use. Check out the 13-slide deck it used to raise $20 million from Tiger Global.
LiquidStack says its products reduce energy and water usage in data centers.
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I monitored my friends' phones. What I saw horrified me.
Addicted to your phone? A new app lets your friends stage an intervention.
I went to Alexis Ohanian's women's-only track event. It was exactly what I expected from a tech millionaire.
Athlos, Alexis Ohanian's all-women's track investment, is his latest sports venture after the $250 million success of his women's football team.
I'm a Microsoft manager. AI saves me time on some tasks, but that doesn't mean I work any less.
As a Microsoft manager, AI has helped automate a lot of my tasks. But that time saved goes back into releasing more products and features.
Hurricane Helene's devastation has shut down a one-of-a-kind mine for AI chips
The town of Spruce Pine, North Carolina, is home to two mines that are major sources of high-purity quartz, a key material for making semiconductors.
Nvidia hopes lightning will strike twice as it aims to corner the burgeoning robotics market
The AI boom turned Nvidia into a trillion-dollar giant. Its next big bet is even more complex.
Not hearing back on job applications? Some career consultants suggest a bold new tactic.
With recruiters getting hundreds of DMs, a better way to get noticed at a small company may be by reaching out to its CEO.
Oura, beloved by techies and athletes alike, is launching a new smart ring this month: report
Oura's CEO told Bloomberg that he expects sales to double this year, to about $500 million.
Amazon just won a partial victory against the FTC
In a sealed order, a federal judge ruled the FTC can pursue some claims against the e-commerce giant.
Mark Zuckerberg says he wants Meta to be remembered for building big
Zuckerberg told content creator Tiffany Janzen that he didn't want Meta to be remembered as an app company.
You don't need a QR code to get the facts checked at Tuesday's VP debate
CBS News will fact-check the VP debate live on Tuesday — but you don't need to use your phone's camera to make it happen
Here's what OpenAI employees are saying about the company's future
Some former and current OpenAI employees weigh in on whether the company is moving in the right direction.
Bill Gates shares his 3 biggest concerns about AI
Bill Gates is a self-described optimist about the future of AI. But he still worries about three potential impacts from the new technology.
Can the billion-dollar bet on biotech finally reverse aging?
Billionaires are backing scientists in a race to develop tech that could reverse aging. How does cellular reprogramming work, and is it safe?
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A leaked MrBeast guide has the tech world buzzing
A leaked employee guidebook from MrBeast is being passed around the tech world, as investors, founders, and workers dissect his views on leadership.
Crypto bros could swing the 2024 election
Given how tight the election is, both Trump and Harris are making a play for the donations and votes of crypto fans.
Elon Musk's battle with Brazil over content on X may be drawing to a close — as soon as he pays the last bill
Elon Musk's X agreed to comply with orders from Brazil's Supreme Court — but experts told BI the battle won't end until the legal bills are paid.
Big Tech just notched a huge win in California with an AI-bill veto
The bill aimed to create safety measures for companies spending $100 million on AI training.
Why not everyone is on board with a government crackdown on deceptive online AI products
Online companies are selling some questionable AI products online, like tools that mass produce fake reviews.
Gavin Newsom just used a QR code to announce his decision to sign a bill
Move over, restaurant menus. California Gov. Gavin Newsom just used a QR code as an official memo to announce he signed a bill into law.
Elon Musk's pro-Trump super PAC is running ads targeting young men who don't vote
Elon Musk's Trump-supporting super PAC is turning its attention to young men, who turn out to vote less than young women.
I'm a former FBI agent and cybersecurity expert. Here are 5 things everyone should do to outsmart online criminals.
A former FBI agent and cybersecurity expert shares key internet safety tips to protect against financial crimes, deepfakes, and online threats.
Apple's surprising new AirPods hearing aid feature might actually be a success
Apple's AirPods Pro 2s include a hearing aid feature. I was skeptical whether people would use it, but a hearing expert explained the potential.
Nvidians, Metamates, Amazonians: These are the nicknames that tech workers call themselves
At Anthropic, the AI company behind the chatbot Claude, employees are called "Ants." Check out the other nicknames at Big Tech companies.
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Masayoshi Son is the $100 billion gambler who went from dirt track to tech titan — and he isn't done betting yet
Masayoshi Son's bold bets on tech defined an era. A new book asks if the SoftBank boss is a visionary or a gambler.
I've had 4 jobs in 4 years. I mastered the pivot regardless of the circumstances, and now I've found success on my own.
I learned to make the most out of job-hopping and being willing to pivot. Now, I'm running my own business creating technical content for companies.
Apple no longer in talks to invest in OpenAI: report
Apple fell out of talks to invest in OpenAI's next funding round, which could raise as much as $6.5 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported.
Threads joins X in blocking posts to apparently leaked documents about JD Vance
Threads is blocking links to purportedly leaked documents about vice presidential candidate JD Vance. Elon Musk's X blocked links earlier this week.
The best iPhone in 2024: Which model should you buy?
Following the release of the iPhone 16 series, we break down the best iPhone for your needs and budget according to our testing.
Google is the latest company to land in Donald Trump's crosshairs
Donald Trump claims Google favors Kamala Harris in search results and has threatened to prosecute the company if he wins the election.
iPhone 16 Pro review: Apple's most advanced smartphone now has a larger display and its fastest mobile processor to date
Apple's iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max offer significant upgrades, including the new Camera Control button and longer battery life.
Why Sam Altman doesn't think AI will replace writers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that while AI can be used as a great tool for writers, he does not see it replacing human writers anytime soon.
Best early Prime Day headphone deals: Save on AirPods and over-ear models from Sennheiser and Sony
The Prime Big Deal Days sale starts on October 8, but you can already snag several early Prime Day headphones deals.
OpenAI execs were reportedly worried the company could collapse when Ilya Sutskever left — and tried to woo him back
A WSJ report sheds light on Mira Murati's concern over OpenAI's rushed product launches and how execs scrambled after Ilya Sutskever's May departure.
Costco says its new member ID scanners at entrances are good for business — and shoppers too
Costco has installed ID scanners at a little over half of its US warehouses, and CEO Ron Vachris says it's helping things run more smoothly.
Elon Musk's 'autocratic' style made SpaceX thrive — but his fixations could threaten its dominance, according to a new book
SpaceX book author Eric Berger talks Elon Musk's rocket success, tough boss status, what Twitter means for Mars, and why SpaceX is like a mullet.
The 6 best smart TVs of 2024
The best smart TVs feature voice search and snappy interfaces with popular streaming apps. Here are the top picks across each major operating system.
ESPN Bet has big ambitions and a tough outlook as it launches in New York and aims to gain share in sports betting
ESPN Bet is launching in New York as football season heats up. Analysts shared why it will struggle to truly challenge FanDuel and DraftKings.
Snapchat publishers fear it's the end of an era for their businesses
A forthcoming Snapchat redesign to create a unified feed has some publishers concerned the app will deprioritize their content.
Google's reported $2.7 billion deal to bring back a former employee is proof AI geniuses are the new 'star quarterbacks'
Google reportedly paid an eye-popping amount to rehire AI scientist Noam Shazeer. It's the latest example of the hiring frenzy for top AI talent.
Elon Musk's Texas school opening is delayed after Ad Astra postponed an inspection for a second time
Elon Musk's Ad Astra school is not opening this month after postponing a site inspection by Texas Health and Human Services twice.
Read the memo Dell sent ordering its sales staff back to the office 5 days a week
The tech giant said in the memo that being in the office full time would help foster a "high energy" environment for staff.
Mark Zuckerberg should forget the Quest: Meta's Orion is the real game changer, tech analysts say
Meta is still investing in the metaverse and Quest goggles. But tech analysts say the real innovation people want is its new Orion AR glasses.