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Naveen Rao, a renowned AI expert, has launched Unconventional AI with a $475 million seed round, valuing the startup at $4.5 billion. Led by Andreessen Horowitz and Lightspeed Ventures, the funding aims to develop an energy-efficient AI computer, following Raos successful exits with MosaicML and Nervana Systems.

Experience the Geminids Meteor Shower: A Unique Asteroid-Born Spectacle - The Geminids, one of the years most spectacular meteor showers, starts on December fourth and peaks on the evening of December thirteenth. Known for their bright, colorful shooting stars, the Geminids can potentially shower us with over one hundred meteors per hour. Unlike most meteor showers, the Geminids originate from an asteroid named three thousand two hundred Phaethon, making it a truly unique celestial event. For the best viewing experience, head out on the evening of Saturday, December thirteenth, away from city lights, and allow your eyes to adjust to the darkness.

Justin McLeod, founder of Hinge, is stepping down to launch Overtone, an AI-driven dating app backed by Match Group. Overtone aims to create more thoughtful connections using AI and voice tools. Meanwhile, other apps like Tinder and Hinge are investing in AI for better matching and conversation starters. Jackie Jantos takes over as CEO, emphasizing transparency and authenticity. Despite AI, Hinges AI recommendation feature boosted matches and contacts by 15%.

Prepare for a dazzling aurora borealis display! NOAA predicts visible northern lights tonight across several states, following a geomagnetic storm. Caused by a coronal mass ejection from the sun, this event is part of the suns solar maximum period. Fifteen US states, including Washington, Idaho, and Minnesota, have prime viewing opportunities. However, the full moons light pollution may challenge visibility, especially for southern states. Head to high spots away from city lights and look north for the spectacle, and you might even catch the Geminids meteor shower.

Googles AI model, Gemini, is now accessible to the Department of Defense via GenAI dot mil, streamlining administrative tasks. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth emphasizes its potential to enhance military effectiveness. Google assures unclassified work use and data privacy. This follows previous AI contracts and a shift in Googles AI policy, with plans for future AI models in the Pentagon.

Cashew Research, a Calgary-based startup, leverages AI to revolutionize market research, making it faster and more affordable. Founded by Addy Graves and Rose Wong, Cashew creates custom research plans and surveys, using AI to analyze real human data and provide actionable insights. Recognized for its innovative approach, Cashew has raised $1.5M in pre-seed funding and plans to launch a seed round in 2026, aiming to raise $5M to further develop its technology.

Fal, a startup specializing in AI infrastructure for images, videos, and audio, raised $140 million in a Series D investment led by Sequoia, with additional support from Kleiner Perkins and Andreessen Horowitz. This funding, combined with a secondary sale, totals around $250 million. Founded in 2021 by Burkay Gur and Gorkem Yurtseven, Fal serves major companies like Adobe, Shopify, Canva, and Quora. With $200 million in revenue by October 2022, Fal is poised for continued growth and innovation in the AI sector.

Iniu BI-B41 power banks recalled due to overheating and fire risks; affected units have specific serial numbers ending in zero zero zero G twenty-one, zero zero zero H twenty-one, zero zero zero I twenty-one, or zero zero zero L twenty-one. Approximately two hundred ten thousand units sold on Amazon USA between August twenty twenty-one and April twenty twenty-two are impacted. Fifteen reports of overheating, including eleven fires causing minor injuries and property damage. Iniu will provide instructions for safe disposal and refund. Always check recall notices for electronic devices.