OpenAI Awards $40.5M in Grants to 208 Nonprofits for AI Innovation

  1. The OpenAI Foundation has announced the initial recipients of the People-First AI Fund, awarding $40.5 million in unrestricted grants to 208 nonprofits. These grants aim to support community innovation and opportunity. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  2. Mirakl is redefining commerce through AI agents and ChatGPT Enterprise, achieving faster documentation, smarter customer support, and working toward agent-native commerce with Mirakl Nexus. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  3. OpenAI is providing up to $2 million in grants for research at the intersection of AI and mental health. The program supports projects that study real-world risks, benefits, and applications to improve safety and well-being. (Source: OpenAI Blog) Original
  4. AWS is launching new capabilities in Amazon Bedrock and Amazon SageMaker AI to simplify the creation of custom models, making it easier for developers to build and deploy AI solutions. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  5. Bending Spoons, despite its portfolio of products serving over a billion people, remains largely unknown. The company recently acquired Eventbrite, adding to its diverse range of applications. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  6. Republicans' attempt to ban state AI regulations was removed from the defense bill due to bipartisan opposition. This highlights the ongoing tensions between tech-industry demands, consumer protection, and federal preemption. (Source: TechCrunch) Original
  7. Zillow has discontinued its climate risk score program just one year after its launch, following complaints from real estate agents about its impact on property sales. (Source: Engadget) Original
  8. Sony is bringing MLB The Show to iOS and Android, expanding the popular baseball game's reach to mobile platforms. This move aims to attract a broader audience and enhance the gaming experience. (Source: Engadget) Original