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Smith Micro's succession plan reverses as CEO Tim Huffmyer steps down after 6 months
Tim Huffmyer has stepped down as CEO of Smith Micro after just six months in the role. He previously served as COO and CFO, succeeding Bill Smith, who held the position for over 40 years. Huffmyer will continue to serve on the board of directors.
StartUP PGH Week — the biggest moments from Pittsburgh's tech-focused lineup of events (photos)
StartUP PGH Week showcased a series of tech-focused events in Pittsburgh from September 14 to 18. The event featured key announcements from companies such as BNY, Waymo, and Skild AI, highlighting the city's growing tech ecosystem.
Can AI be taught wisdom? AI Horizons Summit panel tackles the question with tech leaders and a priest
The AI Horizons Summit featured a panel discussion on whether artificial intelligence can be taught wisdom. A tech executive suggested that AI has experienced a vast range of scenarios through its training data, while a priest countered that AI lacks personal investment in outcomes.
Gecko Robotics CEO: Governments should consider wealth redistribution to accelerate AI buildout
Gecko Robotics CEO Jake Loosararian suggested at the AI Horizons Summit that wealth redistribution could help alleviate public concerns regarding data centers. He believes this approach could also accelerate the development of artificial intelligence in the United States.
At AI Horizons, Shapiro calls for federal AI regulation amid increasing cybersecurity concerns
Governor Shapiro emphasized the need for federal regulation of artificial intelligence during his speech at AI Horizons. He referenced a recent incident involving OpenAI's models that raised cybersecurity concerns, stating that the absence of federal guidelines is unacceptable.
CMU announced as partner for new alumni fund at AI and Robotics Venture Day
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) has been announced as a partner for a new alumni fund that will focus on supporting startups founded by its alumni. This initiative was revealed during the AI and Robotics Venture Day, highlighting CMU's commitment to fostering innovation within its alumni network.