Business & Funding
Analyses of news about the business of AI: funding rounds, acquisitions, partnerships, earnings and company strategy. Page 9 of 9.
Trump Dinner with Tech CEOs Reveals Shifting Alliances and Policy Priorities
During a recent White House dinner with leading tech CEOs, including Microsoft, Google, and OpenAI, executives showered President Trump with praise for his AI policies, revealing a complex and potentially shifting landscape of support amidst ongoing policy debates.
Lambda Eyes IPO, Following CoreWeave’s Lead
Cloud infrastructure provider Lambda is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO), signaling a potential shift in the AI hardware market and mirroring CoreWeave’s recent public listing.
Trump Administration Seeks Equity Stake in Intel as Part of AI Dominance Push
The Trump administration is pursuing an equity stake in Intel as part of its strategy to regain U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence and semiconductor manufacturing. This move follows a series of events, including government grants and executive demands, highlighting the administration’s focus on reshoring domestic chip production.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Seeks Volunteers – A Chance to Network with Industry Leaders
TechCrunch is calling for volunteers to assist with its flagship event, Disrupt 2025, offering attendees a unique opportunity to connect with prominent figures in the tech industry.
Nvidia's Revenue Concentration Raises Concerns Amid AI Boom
Nvidia’s record $46.7 billion Q2 revenue is heavily reliant on just two customers, raising potential risks for the company's future growth.
TechCrunch Disrupt Expands Beyond the Venue with ‘Side Events’
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is extending its reach with 'Side Events,' allowing brands and attendees to host their own gatherings and forge connections throughout San Francisco.
Mark Cuban’s ‘Disruption Formula’: Spotting Patterns, Not Just Hype
Mark Cuban reveals his strategy for identifying disruptive opportunities, emphasizing the importance of recognizing patterns others miss, particularly in areas like AI and healthcare, rather than chasing current trends.
Trump Administration's Confusing Equity Move Threatens to Further Complicate Intel's Revival
The Trump administration’s plan to convert Joe Biden-era grant money into a 10% equity stake for Intel is raising concerns about its feasibility and potential to exacerbate Intel’s existing challenges, particularly its struggling foundry business.
Meta Bets Big on Pro-AI Lobbying
Meta is launching a super PAC to support California candidates advocating for relaxed AI regulations, mirroring a similar move by other tech giants and signaling a significant investment in influencing state-level policy.
Tech Titans Double Down: AI, Super PACs, and the Trump Ecosystem
As the Trump administration continues to leverage tech billionaires and innovative (if questionable) ventures like Trump Mobile, a new, AI-focused political operation, Leading The Future, is emerging – a complex structure designed to influence state and national elections.
US Government Invests $8.9 Billion in Intel
The U.S. government has invested $8.9 billion in Intel through grants under the CHIPS Act and Secure Enclave program, aiming to bolster domestic semiconductor production.