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Chinese AI Startup Manus Secures $75M Funding from Benchmark, Eyes Global Expansion

Manus AI, known for their AI agent tools, has nabbed $75 million from Benchmark, raising the company's valuation to $500 million. With this cash injection, Manus aims to expand into U.S., Japanese, and Middle Eastern markets.

Apr 25

Chinese AI Startup Manus Secures $75M Funding from Benchmark, Eyes Global Expansion

SoftBank's $500B AI Bet with OpenAI: The Dawn of Cristal Intelligence

SoftBank's CEO Masayoshi Son has unveiled a monumental AI partnership with OpenAI, aimed at accelerating the arrival of AGI and revolutionizing AI infrastructure. The collaboration includes a $500 billion investment in Project Stargate, the creation of SB OpenAI Japan, and the deployment of Cristal Intelligence, an AI system designed to enhance productivity across SoftBank's portfolio. This initiative promises to reshape the AI landscape globally, positioning SoftBank as a pivotal player while sparking discussions on AI's societal impacts.

Feb 4

SoftBank's $500B AI Bet with OpenAI: The Dawn of Cristal Intelligence

OpenAI and SoftBank Join Forces: Unlocking the Future of AI in Japan

OpenAI and SoftBank have announced a groundbreaking joint venture, SB OpenAI Japan, aimed at revolutionizing AI by developing bespoke solutions for the Japanese market. With SoftBank investing $3 billion annually, the venture will focus on deploying 'Cristal intelligence' models for task automation, impacting millions of workflows across SoftBank's extensive portfolio. This collaboration promises to not only enhance technological sovereignty in Japan but also set new standards for AI use in enterprises, while addressing data privacy and customization needs.

Feb 3

OpenAI and SoftBank Join Forces: Unlocking the Future of AI in Japan