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Why IQ is a poor test for AI
February 5, 2025

Why IQ is a poor test for AI

​[[{“value”:” During a recent press appearance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said that he’s observed the “IQ” of AI rapidly improve over the past several years. “Very roughly, it feels to me like — this is not scientifically accurate, this is just a vibe or spiritual answer — every year we move one standard deviation of IQ,” […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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February 5, 2025

As GLP1s boom, dietician startups Berry Street, Fay each nab $50M rounds

​[[{“value”:” For decades, the US healthcare system has struggled to address the diet-related chronic illnesses affecting nearly half of all adults. That changed in recent years with the discovery of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs that help people lose weight. While insurance covers these medications, doctors frequently require patients to see a nutritionist as part of […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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February 5, 2025

Ransomware payments dropped in 2024 as victims refused to pay hackers

​[[{“value”:” Ransomware payments fell by more than one-third in 2024 as an increasing number of victims refused to negotiate with hackers. In a report published Wednesday, crypto forensics firm Chainalysis said that while ransomware gang leak sites posted more victims than in previous years during 2024, fewer victims gave in to the hackers’ demands. Chainalysis reported […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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February 5, 2025

Stripe makes $1.1 billion crypto bet as it closes on Bridge acquisition

​[[{“value”:” Stripe has closed on its $1.1 billion purchase of stablecoin platform Bridge – marking the payment giant’s largest acquisition to date and tangible push into crypto. Co-founded in 2022 by Coinbase and Square alumni Zach Abrams and Sean Yu, San Antonio, Texas-based Bridge built an API that helps companies accept stablecoins. The pair raised $58 […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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February 5, 2025

The Elon Musk Act aims to ban ‘special government employees’ from having federal contracts

​[[{“value”:” U.S. Democratic Representative Mark Pocan plans to introduce a bill designed to ban “special government employees” like Elon Musk from having federal contracts so they can’t steer spending towards their own self-interest.  The proposed bill is called the ELON MUSK Act, which stands for Eliminate Looting of Our Nation by Mitigating Unethical State Kleptocracy.  “No […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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Workday cuts nearly 2,000 employees
February 5, 2025

Workday cuts nearly 2,000 employees

​[[{“value”:” Enterprise HR platform Workday is the latest tech company to announce layoffs in recent weeks. Silicon Valley-based Workday laid off 1,750 employees on Wednesday, as originally reported by Bloomberg and confirmed independently by TechCrunch. That total represents approximately 8.5% of headcount. Unlike many other tech companies, including Meta and Microsoft, Workday has not held drastic […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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Unique STEM Challenges Students Love (and you will, too!)
February 5, 2025

Unique STEM Challenges Students Love (and you will, too!)

​[[{“value”:” Unique STEM challenges are the best ones! It is so fun to hear students say ‘what?’ when I introduce one of these STEM activities. If you are ready to try a unique STEM Challenge I have some to share! This post is all about creating unique opportunities for STEM projects that are a little ‘outside the box’. What makes…

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February 5, 2025

AI’s biggest stage awaits – TechCrunch Sessions: AI tickets available

​[[{“value”:” AI is heating up, and we’re diving in! TechCrunch Sessions: AI is officially open for registration. Secure your spot now and save up to $300 on select tickets before prices rise From startup founders to AI investors to aspiring innovators — TC Sessions: AI is where the entire AI ecosystem comes together. Whether you’re building, […] © 2024 TechCrunch….

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