New MiniMax M2.7 proprietary AI model is 'self-evolving' and can perform 30-50% of reinforcement learning research workflow
In the last few years, Chinese AI startup MiniMax has become one of the most exciting in the crowded global AI marketplace, carving out a reputation for delivering frontier-level large language models [...]
A weekend ‘vibe code’ hack by Andrej Karpathy quietly sketches the missing layer of enterprise AI orchestration
This weekend, Andrej Karpathy, the former director of AI at Tesla and a founding member of OpenAI, decided he wanted to read a book. But he did not want to read it alone. He wanted to read it accompan [...]
Zurich’s Rapidata raises €7.2M to build a real-time human feedback network for AI
A growing number of startups are rushing to build software that thinks fast. But one of the hardest parts of teaching machines to improve isn’t raw computing power, it’s human insight at scale. Zu [...]
TNW Conference unveils agenda to unleash the next big things in tech
For nearly two decades, TNW Conference has been a launchpad for the next big things in tech. The likes of Slack, Wise, Bolt, and Trello all made their mark on our stage before becoming global brands. [...]
Huge Trove of Nude Images Leaked by AI Image Generator Startup’s Exposed Database
An AI image generator startup’s database was left accessible to the open internet, revealing more than 1 million images and videos, including photos of real people who had been “nudified.” [...]
Nvidia researchers unlock 4-bit LLM training that matches 8-bit performance
Researchers at Nvidia have developed a novel approach to train large language models (LLMs) in 4-bit quantized format while maintaining their stability and accuracy at the level of high-precision mode [...]
OpenAI’s “Hacktivate AI” report urges Europe to cut red tape and harmonize digital regulations
Just days before the EU is set to release its "Apply AI Strategy," OpenAI and Allied for Startups have published a report called "Hacktivate AI." The document puts forward 20 polic [...]
Germany and Europe's AI sector has strong research but few models, limited compute, and regulations that favor US competitors
A scientific advisory body to the German federal government paints a sobering picture of Germany as an AI hub in its 2026 annual report: strong research output, but hardly any homegrown models, too l [...]