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Amid increasing geopolitical tensions, numerous Chinese tech companies are rethinking their international strategies, often avoiding any direct mention of their heritage. One notable exception is DP Technology, a vibrant startup focused on integrating artificial intelligence with molecular simulations. DP, short for "Deep Potential," aims to leverage the collective force of "scientific research for humanity" as a catalyst for its global growth.

Developer season is here, and the excitement is building as we approach Google I/O 2024, taking place tomorrow at Mountain View’s Shoreline Amphitheatre. The central theme this year? Two letters: AI. Google I/O? More like Google A/I. Over the past few years, artificial intelligence and machine learning have been central to almost every announcement, but this time, expect to hear about AI nonstop as CEO Sundar Pichai takes the stage.

Zscaler, a leading cloud security firm based in San Jose, California, has announced its acquisition of cybersecurity startup Avalor just 26 months after Avalor's inception. The deal is reported to involve $310 million in cash and equity.

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Many people are now familiar with AI agents—software capable of autonomously performing a range of tasks. However, Asana is taking a unique approach to AI. On Wednesday, the company unveiled a beta version of what it refers to as "AI teammates," aimed at enhancing workflow efficiency within organizations.

Y Combinator is highly regarded in Silicon Valley for numerous reasons, but one service that has significantly impacted its success is the online founder-matching tool.

OpenAI's board of directors is actively engaged in discussions with Sam Altman, a co-founder of OpenAI and former president of Y Combinator, about potentially reinstating him as CEO as early as this week. Bloomberg reports that these discussions involve Quora CEO Adam D’Angelo, a current board member, and possibly other board members as well.

An independent evaluation of widely used AI tools has revealed potential safety issues for children, with products like Snapchat’s My AI, DALL-E, and Stable Diffusion receiving critical assessments. The reviews come from Common Sense Media, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families through media ratings, allowing parents to scrutinize the apps, games, podcasts, TV shows, movies, and books their children consume. Earlier this year, Common Sense Media announced its intention to introduce ratings for AI products, and these ratings are now live, featuring "nutrition labels" that clarify the safety of AI tools such as chatbots and image generators.

Surveys have become a crucial part of our daily lives, yet many remain tedious and unengaging, resulting in ineffective responses. Recognizing a unique opportunity, software engineers Dinghan Shen and Yuan Xue from Silicon Valley are harnessing the advancements of large language models to revolutionize survey experiences.

AI startups beyond OpenAI are making strides this week, sticking to their development plans while media attention swirls around the turmoil at OpenAI.

Researchers at the University of Cambridge are sounding the alarm for companies developing AI chatbots that simulate conversations with deceased loved ones, urging them to prioritize user sensitivity and ethical design to avoid causing distress. These so-called "deadbots" or "griefbots" allow users to interact through natural language with AI representations of their departed relatives, reminiscent of existing chatbots like ChatGPT but specifically tailored for this poignant purpose.

Sakana AI, in collaboration with universities, developed "The AI Scientist," an autonomous AI that automates scientific research, lowering paper costs to $15. It effectively conducts experiments and generates ideas, highlighting the need for balancing AI efficiency with human intuition and ethical oversight.

MeetKai is enhancing metaverse experiences in sports and travel by collaborating with Think450 at CES 2024 to launch a digital version of "The Brotherhood Deli." Fans can engage with brands, customize avatars, and participate in exclusive events, enhancing their connection to basketball.