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As AI technology rapidly advances and more companies enter the field, global AI legislation is tightening to keep pace with these developments. Search GPT: OpenAI launched a new browser extension, "Search GPT", designed to enhance web surfing with AI-powered assistance. However, there are significant concerns about data privacy, and many users found it buggy and non-functional. Meta's Llama 3.1 (405B): Meta released Llama 3.1, the largest open-source AI model yet, with 405 billion parameters. It was trained using a diverse dataset to enhance its performance in multiple languages, reasoning, and understanding of current events. Yet, there are ethical debates around the use of synthetic vs. copyrighted data for training. AI Legal Updates: EU AI Act: Now in effect, the Act imposes stringent requirements on high-risk AI developers and enforces transparency rules. US AI Bills: OpenAI endorses three new AI bills, including the "Future of AI Innovation Act" and others aimed at establishing AI safety and education. Global Regulations: Brazil bans Meta from using user data for AI training due to privacy concerns. Meanwhile, scrutiny rises over Elon Musk's data practices at X for AI training. Apple Intelligence: Officially in beta, but beta launches can be notoriously buggy. #ArtificialIntelligence #AIBills #DataPrivacy #MetaLlama #AIUpdates #TechNews

NASA has decided to return astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore—who have been stationed on the International Space Station (ISS) for over eight months—using SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft. Originally scheduled for a brief eight-day mission, their return was delayed due to technical challenges encountered with Boeing's Starliner, including thruster malfunctions and helium leaks. Boeing's Starliner program, beset by ongoing delays and technical issues, has highlighted a growing disparity between Boeing and SpaceX. While Boeing has long been a key partner for NASA, dating back to the Apollo missions, SpaceX has emerged as a leader, completing nine successful missions for NASA. This shift in NASA's reliance from Boeing to SpaceX may indicate a broader change in the aerospace industry. As one of our portfolio companies, SpaceX continues to demonstrate its leadership and innovation in the space exploration sector. With over $1.4 billion in financial losses related to the Starliner program, Boeing faces a critical juncture. The company must address these challenges to maintain its standing in the space industry. As NASA increasingly turns to SpaceX for mission-critical tasks, Boeing’s future role in space exploration may hinge on its ability to overcome these obstacles. The aerospace industry is in a period of transformation. Boeing's resilience will be crucial in navigating this transition, and its response to current challenges will shape the future of NASA's space missions. #SpaceX #NASA #Boeing #Starliner #CrewDragon #AerospaceIndustry #SpaceExploration #InternationalSpaceStation #ISSMission #SpaceTechnology #PortfolioCompany

Ever wondered how the quiet revolution of venture secondary markets is reshaping the future of investment? The chart illustrates the significant growth in the global total addressable market for venture secondary transactions from 2010 to 2023, highlighting a dramatic increase in both direct secondaries and LP interests. Over this period, the market has expanded from $25 billion in 2010 to an estimated $138 billion in 2023. This trend reflects a growing demand for liquidity in venture capital, driven by the maturation of private companies and the increasing need for investors to manage their portfolios more actively. The steady rise in direct secondaries, which represent transactions where investors sell their equity stakes in private companies, indicates that more investors are seeking early exits or portfolio rebalancing opportunities. Similarly, the growth in LP interests, where investors sell their stakes in venture funds, underscores the desire for liquidity and risk management in an increasingly complex investment landscape. The spike in market size, particularly in recent years, suggests that the secondary market is becoming an essential mechanism for managing capital in the venture ecosystem. This evolution is likely fueled by the extension of private company lifecycles and the challenges associated with going public. As the market surpasses $130 billion, it signals a maturation of the venture capital industry, where secondary transactions play a critical role in providing liquidity, enhancing returns, and enabling strategic exits. Data Source: Industry Ventures #venturecapital #secondarymarkets #privateequity

Al- generated videos are impressive, but not perfect. Paying attention to these details can help you spot a deepfake video. videos taken from Sora.Al #aigeneratedvideo #deepfake #artificialintelligence #ai #technews

New: Prompt caching with Claude. Caching lets you instantly fine-tune model responses with longer and more instructive prompts—all while reducing costs by up to 90%. Available in beta on the Anthropic API today: https://lnkd.in/gmj22PYH. With prompt caching, you can reuse a book's worth of context across multiple API requests. This can also reduce latency by up to 85% on long prompts. Use cases include conversational assistants, document processing, agentic tool use, and the ability to talk to books, papers, documentation, podcast transcripts, and other long-form content.

AI is going down the path of an Ouroboros aka a snake eating its own tail. What can be done to change its fate? #ai #technews #ouroboros #datalearning

OpenAI says that some could get emotionally reliant on the new ChatGPT voice feature. Have you heard the voice feature yet? #technews #ai #chatgpt #openai #aivoice

𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟏 𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝟔 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒&𝐏 𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐕𝐂-𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐏𝐎. As of June 1, 2024, 92 companies, or 18.4%, of the S&P 500, were VC-backed. Impressively, 6 of the top 10 companies were VC-backed. The total market capitalization of these 92 companies was $20.5 trillion, representing 43.6% of the total capitalization of all S&P 500 companies. Thank you to the Stanford University Graduate School of Business Venture Capital Initiative team for spearheading this research. Note: Market capitalization data and S&P 500 composition are as of June 1, 2024. #stanford #stanfordgsb #venturecapital #startups #innovation #technology

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Investing in the private tech sector can be highly rewarding but requires careful evaluation and strategic planning. Here’s a streamlined guide to help you assess private investments in technology companies effectively. Determine your investment goals, whether it’s long-term growth, income generation, or capital preservation. Assess your risk tolerance and investment time frame, as tech investments are often volatile and may require a longer period to realize returns. Conduct comprehensive research on potential tech companies. Review their financial health, market position, and growth potential. Evaluate the experience and track record of the management team. Understanding the #technology behind a company is essential. Evaluate the company’s tech stack, intellectual property, and #innovation potential. Determine what makes the technology unique and whether it solves a significant problem or meets a market need. Check if the company holds #patents or proprietary technologies and if the technology can scale to meet growing demand. Stay informed about #market #trends and industry dynamics. Identify key drivers of #industry #growth, such as technological advancements or increasing demand for specific products or services. Evaluate the #competitive landscape and consider any regulatory challenges. At Unity Growth, we specialize in identifying and capitalizing on high-potential tech investments, driving returns for our investors through a strategic approach and deep industry insights. With a proven track record in companies like SpaceX, Figure, Cerebras Systems, Databricks and Anthropic, our expert team secures prime investment opportunities. Evaluating #private #investment opportunities in the #tech sector requires a detailed and structured approach. By defining your investment goals, conducting thorough research, understanding the technology, analyzing market trends, and performing a cost-benefit analysis, you can make informed investment decisions.