New Funding Rounds

• Runable — $21M Series A led by undisclosed investors (AI agents for business growth)
• Ringg — $10M Series A extension from Peak XV (expanding voice AI capabilities)
• Gatik — $200M led by Qatar Investment Authority and Koch Disruptive Technologies (self-driving trucks)

New Product Launches

• Anthropic — Claude Cowork shared memory feature (improves AI context retention)
• OpenAI — Jalapeño chip for fast AI inference (enhances AI system efficiency)

Companies Out of Stealth

• Legato — AI hearing glasses (emerges with $12M funding)
• Keenable — Web indexing for AI agents ($26M seed round)

Personal Health Tech

• Oura — Faces class-action lawsuit over AI sleep-tracking claims (accuracy under scrutiny)
• Fitbit founders — Launch Luffu Link, an LTE health and safety band (new wearable for caregivers)
• FDA — Authorizes first wearable device monitoring ketone and blood sugar levels (new health tech milestone)

Notable Takes

Bill Gates has shifted from AI optimism to deep concern, reflecting on the potential negative impacts of AI on society. His recent essay marks a significant departure from his previous stance, highlighting the growing debate over AI's role in our future.

Industry Moves

Gamma's acquisition of Accel-backed Lica and OpenAI's executive departure highlight ongoing strategic shifts in the AI sector. These moves reflect the dynamic nature of AI companies as they adapt to new challenges and opportunities.