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French start-up raises $1 billion to shift AI research into 'high gear'

French artificial intelligence start-up AMI said on Tuesday it had raised $1 billion (€890 billion) to develop AI systems designed to understand the physical world “in the way animals and humans do”, rather than relying on language-based models such as ChatGPT. The company expects to produce “fairly universal intelligent systems”…

Radio France Internationale

French AI ‘Godfather’ Yann LeCun raises nearly $1 billion for startup to build safer AI

His startup aims to develop AI systems that can make more informed decisions by leveraging data from cameras and sensors.

Euronews

‘I’m deeply uncomfortable’: Anthropic CEO warns that a cadre of AI leaders, including himself, should not be in charge of the technology’s future

Dario Amodei, who left OpenAI before founding Anthropic, has been outspoken about the need for greater AI regulation.

Fortune

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Yann LeCun spotted at AI Impact Summit: Why ex-Meta Chief scientist is called 'Father of AI'

As India sharpens its focus on becoming a global AI powerhouse, the ongoing AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi witnessed an unexpected moment that electrified the venue, a surprise appearance by Yann LeCun. The celebrated AI pioneer, who served as Chief AI Scientist at Meta until January, walked into…

The Times of India

Ending the world for the LOLs

It is people's devil-may-care attitude to the risk of AI agents that ought to really frighten us

Fortune

AI luminaries at Davos clash over how close human-level intelligence really is

Anthropic’s Dario Amodei says it’s coming soon. DeepMind’s Demis Hassabis and former Meta chief scientist Yann LeCun think it’s a more distant prospect.

Fortune

Facebook rebranded to Meta for VR — now it's laid off 1,000 people and shut down 3 VR game studios to catch up with AI

Meta is shutting down three of its video game studios and laying off 1,000 people from its virtual reality department to focus and channel those resources into AI and wearable technology.

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AI ‘godfather’ Yoshua Bengio believes he’s found a technical fix for AI’s biggest risks

After years warning that advanced AI could spiral out of control, the deep-learning pioneer now sees a way to build AI that won't pose a threat. His nonprofit, LawZero, has named a new board to help him pursue this “moral mission”

Fortune

Former Chief AI Scientist calls Meta's Alexandr Wang "young and inexperienced" — "You certainly don't tell a researcher like me what to do."

Yann LeCun recently revealed details leading up to his abrupt exit from Meta, citing manipulated Llama 4 model benchmark test results, a strained relationship with Mark Zuckerberg, and more.

Windows Central

From 'AI slop' to world models, bubbles and small models: What to expect from AI in 2026

Which AI trends are coming in 2026? Euronews Next looks at the rise of world models and small language models as alternatives to traditional chatbots, with mounting concerns over AI safety, regulation, and the sustainability of the current AI boom.

Euronews

AI whiz Yann LeCun is already targeting a $3.5 billion valuation for his new startup—and it hasn’t even launched yet

The legendary AI researcher announced his departure from Meta, Mark Zuckerberg’s social media empire, just one month ago.

Fortune

Nick Clegg takes role at London-based venture capitalists Hiro Capital

Former deputy prime minister, who left Meta this year, to be joined by Facebook-owner’s chief AI scientist

The Guardian - UK

AI startup stars face tough competition

Even the biggest names in AI struggle to compete with OpenAI and Google.

Axios

Meta Platforms Just Lost Its Chief AI Scientist. Does That Make META Stock a Sell Here?

The chief AI scientist at Meta is leaving to start his own AI firm.

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Tech Brief (Nov. 21): Google Launches New Image Generation Model

Wingtech accuses the Dutch government of playing an active role in legal actions that stripped the Chinese company of control over Netherlands-headquartered chipmaker Nexperia, Intel unveils plans to offer custom chip solutions tailored to China’s fast-growing PC and cloud computing markets

Android Central

Meta's chief AI scientist is leaving the company after 12 years to create a startup

Meta's Chief AI Scientist, who built the company's FAIR research arm, is leaving the company after over a decade — here's what is next.

The Independent UK

Meta loses Yann LeCun, its chief scientist and one of the ‘godfathers of AI’

Departure comes amid increasing concerns that AI industry could be in a bubble

International Business Times

Yann LeCun Leaves Meta to Launch Ambitious AI Startup

AI pioneer Yann LeCun exits Meta to build a startup focused on world-model AI that can see, reason, plan, and interact with the physical world.

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International Business Times

Meta AI Chief Yann LeCun Leaves to Start New Venture in Advanced Machine Intelligence

Meta AI Chief Yann LeCun to leave Meta and launch a new startup focused on advanced machine intelligence.

Euronews

French ‘godfather of AI’ Yann LeCun confirms he is leaving Meta to launch AI start-up

LeCun has previously said he does not agree that LLMs, which Meta is investing billions into, are the future of intelligence.

The Independent UK

Meta's chief AI scientist Yann LeCun to leave Meta and start new AI research company

Yann LeCun, a pioneer in artificial intelligence, has announced he will leave his role as Meta's chief AI scientist at the end of the year

Fortune

'I'm deeply uncomfortable': Anthropic CEO warns that a cadre of AI leaders, including himself, should not be in charge of the technology’s future

Dario Amodei, who left OpenAI before founding Anthropic, has been outspoken about the need for greater AI regulation.

International Business Times UK

Anthropic Unveils AI-Driven Online Espionage Plot, But Meta's AI Expert Disagrees

A report from AI developer Anthropic warns about cyber espionage attack from a Chinese state-backed firm.

Axios

AI's next big leap is models that understand the world.

World models hold the keys to everything from robotics to video games.

Benzinga

Alexandr Wang's Advice To Kids Sparks Backlash — Question Raised If Mark Zuckerberg Made A 'Big Mistake' Paying $14.3 Billion For Meta's New AI Chief

Meta Platforms, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:META) newly appointed Chief AI Officer, Alexandr Wang, has drawn sharp criticism after his advice to young people about "vibe coding" went viral, leaving many questioning Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's $14.3 billion investment.

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