Former OpenAI and DeepMind Researchers Raise $300M to Automate Science

  1. OpenAI has introduced the Sora feed, designed to spark creativity and foster connections. The feed offers personalized recommendations, parental controls, and strong guardrails to ensure a safe experience. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  2. Sora 2, OpenAI's latest video generation model, is now available. It features enhanced physical accuracy, realism, and control, along with synchronized dialogue and sound effects. Users can create videos using the new Sora app. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  3. OpenAI has prioritized safety in the development of Sora 2 and the Sora app. The company has implemented concrete protections to address the unique safety challenges posed by a state-of-the-art video model and a new social creation platform. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  4. Periodic Labs, founded by former OpenAI and DeepMind researchers, has raised $300 million in seed funding. Investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Nvidia, Elad Gil, Jeff Dean, Eric Schmidt, and Jeff Bezos. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  5. OpenAI is launching the Sora app, a TikTok-like platform that allows users to generate and share videos of themselves and their friends. The app will be released alongside the Sora 2 video generation model. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  6. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is exploring the trend of startups using AI agents instead of or in addition to human employees for their first hires. This shift is part of a broader discussion on the future of startup operations. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  7. Apple is expected to release a new iPad Pro with an M5 chip soon. This information comes from an unboxing video by a Russian YouTuber, who previously leaked details about the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M4 chip. (Source: Engadget) Original
  8. Amazon's fall hardware event announced several new products and updates. While specific details are not provided, the event is part of the ongoing series of fall hardware launches from major tech companies. (Source: Engadget) Original