DARK SECRETS: 8 - The Real Truth

Meta’s $100m signing bonuses for OpenAI staff are just the latest sign of extreme AI talent war

Big Tech companies are shelling out jaw-dropping compensation amid a fierce AI talent war.

Fortune · Jun 18, 2025

Even $10 million offers may not fix Meta’s AI talent problem

Zuckerberg is throwing pro-athlete-level salaries at top AI researchers. But for many, prestige, trust, and tribal loyalties matter more.

Fortune · Jun 12, 2025

DeepMind’s New Mysterious Model Spotted on Arena

Google DeepMind seems to be working on a new AI model. A new model under the name "prowlridge" has appeared on the Arena. It was spotted by an X user

Geekflare · Jun 12, 2025

Want an advanced AI assistant? Prepare for them to be all up in your business

The growing proliferation of AI-powered chatbots has led to debates around their social roles as friend, companion or work assistant.

The Conversation · May 28, 2025

Gemini Diffusion didn’t get stage time at Google I/O—but AI insiders are calling it “ChatGPT on steroids”

Google’s Gemini Diffusion demo didn’t get much airtime at I/O, but its blazing speed—and potential for coding—has AI insiders speculating about a shift in the model wars.

Fortune · May 21, 2025

Google's vision for Gemini involves turning it into a 'World Model'

Google discussed how it wants to turn Gemini into a "World Model."

Android Central · May 20, 2025

Google Launches 'AI Futures Fund' To Invest In Promising AI Startups

Through this fund, selected startups will receive direct investment from Google, early access to its AI models, and guidance from Google's team of researchers, engineers, and business experts. They will also get credits to use services on Google Cloud.

International Business Times · May 13, 2025

Why a DeepMind AI researcher thinks there's a connection between business and improv theater

Meet the theater director of an AI-powered improv troupe.

Fortune · May 8, 2025

Google DeepMind CEO says "AGI is coming and I'm not sure society is ready" as the prospects keep him up at night

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis recently highlighted alarming concerns about the rapid progression and advances in AI, including the prospects of AGI that keep him up at night.

Windows Central · May 6, 2025

Google has tuned up its AI Music Sandbox for musicians and producers

Google has upgraded the Music AI Sandbox with more advanced models and tools.

TechRadar · Apr 28, 2025