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Sometimes we give technology too much credit or too much blame.
The truth is, it’s a tool. How we use it is what matters.
Used with purpose, it helps us see more clearly, build faster, and express ourselves in new ways.
It’s not about chasing trends. It’s about creating something real.
WHAT'S AT STAKE TODAY ⚡
- Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $1B in Poolside 💰
- Figma acquires AI-powered media generation company Weavy 🎨
- Google partners with Ambani's Reliance to offer free AI Pro access to millions of Jio users in India 🇮🇳
- Your New AI Colleague Might Be Giving You a Headache 🤯
- Tech giants are spending big on AI in rush to dominate the boom 💸
- Google is finding answers to its AI questions 🔍
- Telecom giant KDDI to launch AI-powered news search service in Japan 📰
- NVIDIA and Hyundai Motor Group Team on AI Factory to Power AI-Driven Mobility Solutions 🚗
Nvidia plans billion-dollar investment in AI coding startup Poolside
Nvidia is reportedly investing up to $1B in Poolside
Graphics chip powerhouse Nvidia is reportedly preparing a massive investment in artificial intelligence startup Poolside, with plans to commit between $500 million and $1 billion to the company that specializes in AI-powered software development tools.
According to sources cited by Bloomberg, this substantial investment would form part of Poolside's ambitious $2 billion funding round, which values the AI startup at an impressive $12 billion. The investment structure allows for Nvidia's commitment to scale up to the full billion-dollar amount if Poolside successfully secures the remainder of its targeted funding.
This wouldn't mark Nvidia's first financial backing of Poolside. The semiconductor giant previously participated in the startup's $500 million Series B funding round in October 2024, demonstrating continued confidence in the company's artificial intelligence capabilities for software development applications.
Poolside focuses on creating sophisticated AI models specifically designed to assist with software development tasks, positioning itself in the rapidly growing market for AI-powered coding assistance. The company's technology aims to streamline and enhance the software development process, making it an attractive target for investors betting on the future of automated programming tools.
Nvidia's potential investment in Poolside represents just one component of the company's increasingly aggressive venture capital strategy. The chip manufacturer has been systematically expanding its investment portfolio across diverse AI-related sectors, leveraging its dominant position in AI hardware to build strategic partnerships with promising startups.
Recent examples of Nvidia's investment appetite include exploring a $500 million stake in Wayve, a United Kingdom-based autonomous vehicle company, announced in October. The move signals Nvidia's interest in self-driving technology beyond its traditional graphics processing unit business.
Even more significantly, Nvidia recently acquired a massive $5 billion stake in fellow semiconductor company Intel, with both companies discussing potential future chip collaboration opportunities. This investment highlights Nvidia's willingness to make substantial bets on strategic partnerships that could reshape the semiconductor industry landscape.
The potential Poolside investment underscores Nvidia's recognition of artificial intelligence's transformative impact on software development. As AI-powered coding tools become increasingly sophisticated, companies like Poolside are positioning themselves to capture significant market share in what could become a multi-billion-dollar industry.
For Poolside, securing Nvidia as a major investor brings more than just financial resources. Nvidia's expertise in AI hardware and deep learning technologies could provide valuable technical insights and partnership opportunities that extend beyond traditional funding relationships.
The $12 billion valuation assigned to Poolside reflects the broader market enthusiasm for AI startups, particularly those targeting specific industry applications like software development. This valuation places Poolside among the most valuable privately-held AI companies globally.
TechCrunch has reached out to Poolside representatives for additional information regarding the investment discussions and the company's future plans for utilizing the substantial funding.
As the AI industry continues its rapid expansion, partnerships between hardware leaders like Nvidia and specialized AI application companies like Poolside may become increasingly common, creating an ecosystem where complementary technologies accelerate innovation across multiple sectors.
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Figma acquires Weavy to enhance AI-powered design capabilities
Figma acquires AI-powered media generation company Weavy
Design platform Figma has acquired AI-powered media generation startup Weavy, rebranding it as Figma Weave. The Tel Aviv-based company, founded in 2024, raised $4 million in seed funding and brings 20 employees to Figma.
Weavy's platform allows users to combine multiple AI models for creating high-quality images and videos using professional editing tools. The node-based approach enables designers to branch, remix, and refine outputs with layer edits, lighting adjustments, and prompt-based modifications across various AI models including Sora, Flux, and Ideogram.
⚡ More AI Bites
- 🤝🇮🇳 Google partners with Ambani's Reliance to offer free AI Pro access to millions of Jio users in India
- 🤖🤕 Your New AI Colleague Might Be Giving You a Headache
- 💰🏢 Tech giants are spending big on AI in rush to dominate the boom
- 🔍💡 Google is finding answers to its AI questions
- 📱🇯🇵 Telecom giant KDDI to launch AI-powered news search service in Japan
- 🚗🤖 NVIDIA and Hyundai Motor Group Team on AI Factory to Power AI-Driven Mobility Solutions
🎙️ NEW EPISODE DROP:
The Future of Human + AI Collaboration | What are The Smarter Ways to Use AI
I sat down with Dimitriy Wolf — social engineer, psycholinguist, and advisor to presidents, sheikhs, and TEDx speakers — to break down why most people use AI wrong.
We covered how to think *with* AI (not just prompt it), how to build authentic brand voices, and what yachts have to do with artificial intelligence.
If you're still using ChatGPT like a search bar — you're getting left behind.
⚡ Trends for the Future
Bevel raises $10M Series A from General Catalyst for its AI health companion
Bevel unifies health data from wearables into personalized AI insights.
Most people tracking their health today struggle with fragmented data from various sources. Their smartwatch shows sleep duration, fitness apps log steps, and nutrition apps count calories, but few tools connect these scattered pieces into meaningful insights.
New York-based startup Bevel aims to solve this problem with its AI health companion that unifies data from wearables and daily habits across sleep, fitness, and nutrition. The company has raised $10 million in Series A funding from General Catalyst to scale its platform.
The two-year-old health tech company has experienced remarkable growth, expanding more than eightfold in the past year and reaching over 100,000 daily active users. The average user opens the app eight times daily, with retention rates above 80% at 90 days—impressive metrics in a category known for high churn rates.
"We think of health as a continuous journey, not a phase," said co-founder and CEO Grey Nguyen. "Bevel meets you where you are, learns from your habits, and helps you make small changes that compound over time."
Unlike competitors like Whoop or Oura that require expensive hardware purchases, Bevel operates as pure software, allowing users to leverage existing wearables. Users pay just $6 monthly or $50 annually, making it accessible to a broader audience than $500 rings or bands.
The platform integrates with Apple Watch and other popular wearables through Apple Health, and directly syncs with continuous glucose monitors like Dexcom and Libre. This data feeds into Bevel Intelligence, the company's core software that analyzes and adapts recommendations to each user.
The company's origin story began with co-founder Nguyen's chronic back pain, which went undiagnosed despite regular doctor visits and wearable usage. By manually piecing together his health data across sleep, nutrition, and mobility, he discovered how various factors had compounded over time to create his condition.
With fresh capital and no plans for proprietary hardware, Bevel intends to expand its team and develop additional health services that make proactive wellness more accessible to everyone.
⚡ You’re Smart. Strategic. Intentional. So Let’s Be Real:
Where Are You Holding Back— On Purpose?
Every smart operator has something they’re intentionally avoiding.
Not because they’re lazy — but because it’s risky, unknown, or just... a bit *uncomfortable*.
So what’s that thing for you?
That one decision, move, or experiment you know would push you forward — but you’ve been choosing not to do it.
Tell us — and we’ll share a tactical POV or tool to help you rethink it.
No fluff. Just momentum.
AI will be humanity's greatest collaborative tool, amplifying our collective intelligence to solve problems that have challenged us for generations and create unprecedented opportunities.
Satya Nadella is the CEO of Microsoft who has led the company's transformation into a cloud computing and AI leader while emphasizing a culture of empathy and continuous learning. Under his leadership, Microsoft has made significant investments in artificial intelligence research and development, while advocating for responsible AI approaches that augment human capabilities rather than replace them.
🎬 How to Use AI Agents to Build High-Converting Video Ads
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What if: Instead of spending weeks scripting, editing, and testing ads… you could build 10 variations of a high-converting video in 15 minutes — with agents handling the voiceover, visuals, call-to-action, and even the hook testing?
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Why This Changes Everything for Founders 🧠
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Episode 1: AI Education Without Limits
I sat down with Dr. José Fernández from the Miami Dade College AI Center to explore how AI is transforming education.
We discussed how students today can access world-class AI training with almost zero student loan debt — making innovation more accessible than ever.
Episode 2: What if your story were your sales strategy?
I sat down with Maury Rogow, a Hollywood producer and branding mastermind behind $2.5B in brand growth.
We talked about why the brands that feel effortless aren’t the loudest — they’re just the most aligned.
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