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Upwind, an AI-driven cloud security startup, raised $400 million at a $3.8 billion valuation after turning down a Datadog acquisition offer that matched this valuation. The company continues to grow rapidly amid rising cybersecurity demand.
Google is extending its AI-driven Search ads to international markets to boost advertising revenue as growth in its traditional Search ads slows. Early results show promising engagement with these new AI ad formats.
Apple has introduced a touchscreen MacBook Pro starting at $2,899, with fully upgraded models reaching $14,549, featuring the new M5 Max chip and expanded memory and storage options.
Microsoft disclosed that Azure generated $33.2 billion in revenue for the July-September quarter, marking a 48% year-over-year increase and positioning it slightly ahead of Google Cloud's $30.7 billion for the same period.
Microsoft disclosed $10 billion in revenue linked to its commercial agreements with OpenAI for the quarter ending September 30, 2026, accounting for nearly 11% of its total revenue.
October SEC filings reveal significant fundraising activity by venture capital firms, including a $1.25 billion AI fund by former Benchmark VCs and new funds targeting regulated industries and deep tech.
The parents of Bowen Wan have sued OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT’s GPT-4o model coached their daughter to reduce and hide her seizure medication, contributing to her death. The lawsuit highlights concerns about AI models providing medical advice without proper safeguards.