Weekly Tech News (26 Oct - 01 Nov 2024)
Paris-based Filigran has secured $35M in Series B funding—a move set to advance cyber defenses worldwide. With backing from Insight Partners, Accel, and Moonfire, Filigran’s mission is clear: to make threat intelligence more proactive and accessible.
Highlights:
1- Global Expansion: Targeting the U.S. and Pacific markets
2- AI-Driven Insights: Enhancing threat detection and prevention
3- Open-Source Innovation: Building a stronger, more resilient XTM suite
Trusted by industry leaders like Airbus and FBI, Filigran equips teams with the tools to anticipate attacks and map risk environments. As cyber threats grow, Filigran is here to help companies stay a step ahead.
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Seattle-based startup Read AI raises $50M Series B Funding, valuing the company at $450M.
Key Highlights:
– Integrates AI copilot with Slack, Zoom, Teams, and Gmail
– Launches Read AI for Gmail, a free Chrome Extension
– 720% increase in active users in 12 months
– 22% MoM growth in active users
The company’s vision goes beyond just meetings. It can now analyze emails and messaging threads, in addition to video calls, and suggests action items based on its analysis of information shared across communication channels.
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Oracle has launched its groundbreaking AI-powered electronic health record (EHR), marking a significant update since acquiring Cerner. This innovative system is set to enhance patient care efficiency. Key Features:
1- Voice-Activated Navigation: Access patient information instantly—no more scrolling!
2- Streamlined Workflow: Spend more time with patients and less time searching for records.
3- Adaptive AI Learning: The system evolves with your preferences, offering tailored support.
4- Integrated Clinical AI Agent: Automatically generates clinical notes from voice recordings, saving you time.
5- Early Adopter Program: Customize your EHR experience starting next year.
Seema Verma, Oracle’s EVP and GM of Health and Life Sciences, states, “We’re addressing long-standing healthcare challenges with this EHR.”
With this launch, Oracle is poised to lead in the competitive EHR market, revolutionizing patient care!
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Google is about to unveil ‘𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐉𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐬’ a cutting-edge AI model that will transform the way we interact with the web! Powered by the next-gen Google Gemini, Jarvis is designed to work seamlessly within Chrome, offering an unprecedented user experience. What Set Jarvis Apart?
𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭-𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Imagine seamlessly gathering research, booking flights, and more—all in a matter of seconds!
𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 & 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭: Jarvis will analyze and interact with on-screen elements, making your daily tasks effortless and efficient.
As the race for AI innovation heats up, with Microsoft’s Copilot Vision and Apple Intelligence making waves, Project Jarvis is set to emerge as a frontrunner in redefining task management!
According to The Information, while the December preview is highly anticipated, it may initially launch to a select group of testers for fine-tuning.
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Anthropic’s latest breakthrough brings AI one step closer to human capabilities.
Claude AI can now perform complex, multi-step tasks—just like a human. Backed by Amazon, this tech game-changer positions Anthropic at the forefront of AI innovation, competing with ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini. Key Highlights:
1- AI-Powered Task Completion: Claude seamlessly navigates systems, entering data, browsing, and selecting options.
2- Exclusive Partner Rollout: Early adopters Amazon, Canva, and Notion are harnessing Claude’s power, with consumer access on the horizon.
3- From Assistant to Collaborator: Anthropic’s Claude redefines AI’s role, moving beyond chatbots to become an integral part of daily workflows.
Anthropic Chief Science Officer Jared Kaplan shares, “Claude AI is not just a helper—it’s a next-gen virtual collaborator.” As Anthropic leads the charge, the future of AI is closer than ever!
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Walmart is stepping up its game by launching doorstep prescription delivery in six states—Arkansas, Missouri, New York, Nevada, South Carolina, and Wisconsin—while CVS and Walgreens face store closures. By January, Walmart aims to extend this service to 49 states, solidifying its position as a convenient option for customers looking to combine prescriptions with everyday essentials.
This strategic move challenges CVS and Walgreens as they contend with falling profits and increasing competition. Delivery is free for Walmart+ members and priced at $9.95 for others.