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Black Ops 6 Spamming Players With Extra Ads Was Just A Mistake, Activision Claims
- Activision claims that the extra ads in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone were mistakenly added and have now been removed.
- The ads were noticed in various menus like the loadout menu and the class creation menus, leading to player backlash.
- Activision tweeted an explanation, stating that the ads were part of a UI feature test that was published in error.
- Players expressed concern over the potential of more ads being added to the game despite Activision's explanation.
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Vibe Coding as a software engineer
- The term “vibe coding” is gaining traction in the software engineering community, popularized by computer scientist Andrej Karpathy.
- Vibe coding involves letting AI generate code with minimal human intervention, primarily focusing on high-level goals.
- Popular vibe coding tools include GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and ChatGPT, aiding developers in code generation.
- Use cases for vibe coding include prototyping, brainstorming, and improving development tools.
- Vibe coding is not recommended for production-ready code due to potential security, performance, and cost issues.
- AI advancements are making Large Language Models (LLMs) more proficient in coding, enhancing prototyping speed.
- Vibe coding is differentiated from AI-assisted coding, where the former involves minimal code review and letting the AI do most of the work.
- Vibe coding tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and ChatGPT are prominent in the developer community.
- Vibe coding is often utilized for prototyping and UI design, leveraging AI for faster development processes.
- Various tools and platforms like GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, and ChatGPT aid in code generation through AI assistance.
- Fullstack web platforms like Lovable, Vercel, and Replit offer solutions for rapid prototyping and fullstack app development.
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Could GEO overtake SEO as the primary driver of web traffic?
- Traditional SEO is facing challenges as consumer habits shift towards AI-driven discovery, leading to the emergence of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) as a potential replacement.
- AI autonomous agents, including chatbots, are influencing web traffic trends, with automated traffic accounting for 51% of all internet traffic.
- While AI chatbots have seen significant growth, they are not yet replacing traditional search engines, as search engines still dominate traffic volume.
- GEO optimizes content for generative engines, improving visibility by up to 40% in AI engine responses compared to traditional SEO techniques.
- Consumer preferences are shifting towards AI tools for product recommendations, leading to a decline in traditional Google searches and visits to external websites.
- GEO focuses on intent and context rather than keywords and backlinks, ensuring accurate portrayal within personalized recommendations on AI engines.
- Despite the rise of AI-driven discovery, search engines are evolving by integrating AI features themselves, indicating a coexistence and adaptation between SEO and GEO.
- Future trends suggest that AI-driven discovery will become increasingly dominant, emphasizing the importance of adapting to AI visibility strategies.
- AI Discoverability solutions are emerging, with a focus on Generative Engine Optimization, AI advertising, and AI discoverability infrastructure to improve brand visibility in the changing search landscape.
- The answer to whether GEO will completely displace SEO remains uncertain, but the industry is undergoing a significant shift towards AI-driven discovery, necessitating adaptation and co-evolution of SEO and GEO strategies.
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Accel Offloads BlackBuck Shares Worth INR 203.8 Cr
- Seed investor Accel offloads 4.85Mn shares of logistics major BlackBuck in bulk deals.
- Accel made INR 203.8 Cr from the bulk deal, selling shares at INR 420.04 and INR 420.29 apiece.
- ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company bought 9.52 Lakh BlackBuck shares for INR 420 apiece.
- BlackBuck reported a net profit of INR 280.1 Cr in Q4 FY25 and its shares have risen over 58% since listing.
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Paytm Floats Singapore Subsidiary After UAE Foray
- Paytm has incorporated a subsidiary in Singapore to expand its merchant payments and financial services in the Southeast Asian nation.
- The subsidiary, Paytm Singapore Pte. Ltd, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Paytm Cloud Technologies Limited, with an approved outlay of SGD 2,50,000 for acquisition.
- Paytm had previously announced plans to set up subsidiaries in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore as part of its international expansion strategy.
- The company has been focusing on core digital payments business, launching new offerings, and planning overseas expansions to boost revenues and profitability.
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AgentSmyth Secures $8.7M to Deploy Autonomous Agents Across Wall Street Trading Floors
- AgentSmyth has secured $8.7M in funding to deploy autonomous agents for institutional investors on Wall Street trading floors.
- The platform offers market intelligence through five AI agents, assisting traders in identifying missed opportunities.
- This Seed round was co-led by FinTech Collective and Thomson Reuters, with total funding now at $11.2M.
- AgentSmyth's autonomous agents cater to banks, hedge funds, and asset management firms with assets ranging from $2B to $50B.
- The platform provides real-time macro data, sentiment analysis, quantitative metrics, options activity, and earnings reports.
- Founder Pulkit Jaiswal, along with Wall Street veterans, developed AgentSmyth to address the gap in traditional market tools.
- The platform aims to convert raw insights into profitable trades, offering a competitive edge in the financial markets.
- AgentSmyth's subscription-based model targets institutional investors managing large asset pools.
- The platform is designed to assist users in navigating uncertain market conditions and mitigating risks during economic slowdowns.
- AgentSmyth 2.0, the latest version, enhances processing speed, information quality, and features tailored interfaces for users.
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ArcheHealth Secures $6.7M o Launch AI-Powered Operational Intelligence Platform for Hospitals
- ArcheHealth secures $6.7M in seed funding to launch an AI-powered platform for healthcare operational intelligence.
- The platform aims to reduce healthcare costs and enhance operational performance for hospitals and health systems.
- ArcheHealth's AI-based platform provides detailed insights into patient-level care costs, identifying inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
- CEO Ralph Keiser emphasizes the need for faster operational intelligence in hospitals to cut costs, optimize resources, and improve patient care.
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One week left to spotlight your brand with a Side Event at TechCrunch All Stage
- TechCrunch All Stage is offering the opportunity to host a Side Event during “TC All Stage Week” in Boston from July 13-19.
- Side Events allow brands to gain visibility with the full TechCrunch audience and be featured across various platforms.
- The hosts get highlighted in attendee emails, articles, and official event agenda along with a custom discount code for themselves and their team.
- Interested hosts need to apply before the June 10 deadline, ensuring their Boston-based event is held between July 13-19 and complies with specific requirements.
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London-based Labrys raises €17.5 million for its workforce management platform for global humanitarian teams
- London-based Labrys, a technology company, has raised €17.5 million for its workforce management platform aimed at managing globally dispersed teams in humanitarian, aid, and military missions.
- The funding round was led by Plural, AlbionVC, with participation from Superangel and other investors, bringing their total raised amount to €22.3 million.
- Labrys was founded in 2020 and offers a secure workforce management platform called Axiom, addressing challenges related to verifying, supporting, and paying dispersed teams, enabling organizations to operate efficiently in complex environments.
- The Axiom platform combines HR and task management tools, encrypted communications, global payment capabilities, and biometric identity checks, providing secure and compliant operations while saving costs and improving efficiency.
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Inside TechCrunch Sessions AI: Learn how Toyota and NLX use AI to parse millions of tech docs, with NLX CEO Andrei Papancea
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI event at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall takes place on June 5, offering a packed agenda with top speakers, expert panels, and networking opportunities.
- Andrei Papancea, CEO of NLX, will discuss the AI-powered conversational experience built for car repair through their partnership with Toyota, enhancing technicians' efficiency by providing instant access to a vast knowledge base.
- NLX, with funding of over $25 million, specializes in automated customer service experiences and has collaborated successfully with companies like United Airlines and Red Bull.
- Attendees can save on registration for TechCrunch Sessions: AI event until June 4, with options to save $300 on solo tickets, avail of a 2-for-1 deal, or participate in an AI trivia challenge for discounted tickets.
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Exclusive: Capillary Technologies Gets Board Nod For INR 2,250 Cr IPO
- SaaS startup Capillary Technologies has received board approval to raise INR 2,250 Cr through an IPO.
- The IPO will include INR 500 Cr through fresh share issuance and INR 1,750 Cr via offer for sale.
- Capillary Technologies plans to file its draft red herring prospectus with SEBI by June to raise $200 Mn.
- The company, founded in 2008, provides customer engagement software and closed its Series D round at $140 Mn last year.
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Paytient Gets $40 Million to Expand Healthcare Cost-Smoothing Solutions
- Paytient secured $40 million from Trinity Capital to expand its healthcare cost-smoothing solutions.
- The company aims to expand these solutions into large group employer-sponsored plans, alternative health plans, the ACA marketplace, and Medicare.
- Partnership with Trinity Capital will help Paytient scale faster to meet the demand for solutions that help people manage healthcare costs.
- Paytient, with nearly 7,000 partners and over 23 million members, is focused on making cost-smoothing a standard part of every health plan.
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4 days left: Time — and space — are almost up to exhibit at TechCrunch All Stage
- TechCrunch All Stage, happening on July 15 in Boston, has limited exhibitor tables remaining with only 4 days left to book.
- The conference provides an opportunity for startups to get discovered, funded, and fast-tracked by investors, founders, media, and ecosystem leaders.
- Exhibitors receive benefits like a full-day exhibit table in a prime location, strategic brand visibility, access to potential partners and clients, and more.
- The deadline to secure a table is June 6 or until tables sell out, offering startups a chance to break through and generate leads at TechCrunch All Stage.
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‘This game is rigged’: Indian-origin Berkeley grad claims he created fake founder persona & tricked 27 VCs
- An Indian-origin UC Berkeley graduate tricked 27 VCs by cold emailing them with a fake persona using keywords like 'Stanford,' 'AI,' and 'Palantir.'
- The graduate received responses from majority of VCs without any product, pitch or presentation, highlighting the perceived biases in startup and VC ecosystem.
- The incident sparked a debate online, with reactions ranging from shock to criticism regarding the credibility of using false information to attract investors.
- While some defended the tactic, others pointed out the ethical issues and questioned the sustainability of such deception in the long run.
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Day 6 of 7: TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown — flex your brain, score 2-for-1 tickets
- TechCrunch Sessions: AI Trivia Countdown offers a chance to win 2-for-1 tickets by answering AI trivia questions.
- Participants can test their AI knowledge, play the daily trivia, and potentially receive a special discount code via email.
- The trivia contest ends on June 4, where winners can avail discounted access to TC Sessions: AI event on June 5 at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall.
- Attendees will get to hear from industry leaders, participate in workshops, and engage in networking opportunities at TC Sessions: AI.
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