Anthropic's AI for Science, Uber's Robotaxi Expansion, and IBM's Hybrid Tech Unveiled - Daily AI Brief #174
May 06, 2025 -
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Welcome to today's AI Brief. Anthropic has launched an AI for Science program, aiming to advance scientific research through artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, Vanguard introduces AI-generated summaries to assist financial advisors in delivering concise insights to their clients. In the healthcare sector, UnitedHealth Group has developed 1,000 AI applications to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
In other news, IBM has unveiled new hybrid technologies designed to improve AI capabilities. Pony.ai and Uber have partnered to deploy autonomous robotaxis, expanding their collaboration in the autonomous vehicle space. Additionally, JPMorgan attributes recent sales growth to the integration of AI technologies in their operations.
Top stories
Anthropic Launches AI for Science Program
Anthropic has launched an AI for Science program to support researchers in biology and life sciences, offering up to $20,000 in API credits to selected participants. Read more
Vanguard Introduces AI Summaries for Advisors
Vanguard has launched a new Generative AI tool to help financial advisors create personalized client communications by summarizing market perspectives. Read more
UnitedHealth Group Develops 1,000 AI Applications
UnitedHealth Group has announced the development of 1,000 AI applications to aid in claims processing, clinician visit transcription, and customer interactions across its various units. The company emphasizes a responsible approach, ensuring AI will not be used to deny claims. Read more
Anthropic Hires Former Biden Official for AI Social Good Team
Elizabeth Kelly, former director of the U.S. AI Institute, has joined Anthropic to lead a new team focused on using AI for social good, particularly in health research and education. Read more
Iterate.ai and ASA Computers Launch AIcurate for Secure On-Prem AI
On May 6, 2025, Iterate.ai and ASA Computers announced AIcurate, an on-premises AI solution for enterprises and SMBs, focusing on secure and private AI capabilities without cloud dependency. Read more
OpenAI Maintains Nonprofit Control Over Business
On May 5, 2025, OpenAI announced that its nonprofit will continue to control the company, reversing previous plans to convert to a for-profit structure. The for-profit arm will transition into a Public Benefit Corporation. Read more
CoreWeave Acquires Weights & Biases
CoreWeave has completed its acquisition of Weights & Biases, aiming to enhance its AI Cloud Platform by integrating hardware and software solutions to accelerate AI innovation. Read more
Other news
IBM has unveiled new hybrid technologies to enhance AI integration, while Pony.ai and Uber partner for autonomous robotaxis. WeRide and Uber expand their autonomous vehicle partnership, and JPMorgan attributes AI to sales growth.
- IBM Unveils New Hybrid Technologies for AI
- Pony.ai and Uber Partner for Autonomous Robotaxis
- WeRide and Uber Expand Autonomous Vehicle Partnership
- JPMorgan Attributes AI to Sales Growth
- 11x CEO Transition: Hasan Sukkar Steps Down, Prabhav Jain Takes Over
- Buzz Black Joins AXOM Partners as Partner
- Lumen and IBM Partner for AI Solutions
- Skanska Secures $164M Data Center Contract in Western USA
- AWS and IBM Collaborate on AI Tools
- GyanAI Unveils Hallucination-Free AI Model for Enterprises
- Sinch and OneReach.ai Partner to Enhance AI Customer Communication
- TCS and IBM to Build India's Largest Quantum Computing Center
- Thoma Bravo Invests Over $100 Million in HubSync
- Vention Inc. Launches MachineMotion AI Controller
- ShengShu and Lenovo Partner for AI Video Solution
- Lundbeck Partners with Danish AI Centre for Drug Discovery
- Eficode Acquires Solidify to Boost GitHub Services
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