VCs deploy ‘kingmaking’ strategy to crown AI winners in their infancy

A novel approach to motion capture using a deformable state space model has been developed, allowing AI to accurately track occluded motion, such as hands hidden behind objects. This advancement addresses the limitations of traditional computer vision systems that struggle with occlusions, leading to improved animation and robotic control.

Amazon is offering its AI coding tool, Kiro, for free to startups for one year, aiming to attract founders who may already be using various AI coding tools. This initiative is part of Amazon's strategy to enhance its presence in the competitive AI landscape.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is currently hosting its major tech conference, re:Invent 2025, where it is unveiling significant advancements in AI services and computing technologies, including new AI models and partnerships with key players in the industry.

WordPress's experimental vibe-coding software, Telex, has been utilized to create real-world websites, demonstrating its practical application despite being in the experimental phase.

Kohler's smart toilet camera, marketed as 'end-to-end encrypted,' has been revealed to allow the company access to customers' data stored on its servers, including images of users' toilet bowls, which can be utilized for AI training.

Crucial has become a casualty of the increasing demand for RAM driven by artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting the challenges faced by hardware manufacturers in keeping up with the rapid advancements in AI technology. As AI applications grow, the need for more memory resources intensifies, impacting companies like Crucial that supply these essential components.

A recent study by CData Software reveals that only 6% of AI managers believe their data infrastructure is fully prepared for artificial intelligence, highlighting a significant readiness gap that hampers AI advancement. This finding underscores the challenges enterprises face in integrating AI technologies effectively.

Prime Video has decided to remove its AI-generated anime dubs following complaints about their lack of emotional depth, with some viewers noting that better dubbing options were already available. This decision reflects the growing concerns regarding the quality of AI-generated content in the entertainment industry.