Meta's Standalone AI App, Anthropic's $3.5B Funding, and TSMC's $100B US Investment - Daily AI Brief #122
March 04, 2025 -
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Meta is set to launch a standalone AI app in 2025, marking a significant development in their AI strategy. Meanwhile, the President of El Salvador has engaged in discussions with a16z founders about AI advancements. Teradata has introduced an enterprise vector store, enhancing data management capabilities.
Zhipu AI has secured $137 million in funding despite being on the U.S. blacklist. Google Gemini is now accessible directly from the iPhone lock screen, providing users with easier access. Anthropic has raised $3.5 billion in its Series E funding round, and TSMC plans to invest $100 billion in U.S. chip manufacturing.
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Meta to Launch Standalone Meta AI App in 2025
Meta Platforms plans to introduce a standalone Meta AI application in Q2 2025, aiming to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini. The app will enhance user interaction and may include monetization strategies. Read more
El Salvador President Discusses AI Investments with a16z Founders
President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador met with a16z co-founders Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen to explore AI development and tech investment opportunities, aiming to establish the country as a tech hub. Read more
Teradata Launches Enterprise Vector Store
Teradata has introduced the Enterprise Vector Store, an in-database solution aimed at efficiently managing vector data. It integrates both structured and unstructured data to support various AI applications and enhance performance. Read more
Zhipu AI Secures $137 Million Despite U.S. Blacklist
Beijing-based Zhipu AI has raised over 1 billion yuan ($137 million) in funding from state-backed entities, despite being on a U.S. trade blacklist. The funds will enhance its large language model and expand its AI ecosystem. Read more
Google Gemini Now Accessible from iPhone's Lock Screen
A new update allows Google Gemini users to interact with the AI chatbot directly from their iPhone's lock screen using a widget. This feature includes the Gemini Live voice function, with plans for similar Android features in March. Read more
Anthropic Secures $3.5 Billion in Series E Funding
Anthropic has raised $3.5 billion in a Series E funding round, reaching a valuation of $61.5 billion. The funds will be used to enhance AI systems and expand internationally. Read more
TSMC to Invest $100 Billion in US Chip Facilities
TSMC plans to invest $100 billion in U.S. chip manufacturing over four years, focusing on AI chips. This move addresses U.S. concerns about reliance on Taiwanese manufacturing. Read more
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