Issue #4 • May 30, 2025
This week, Tools for Humanity launched its 'Orb Mini' for US human verification, Dell announced advanced AI cooling tech, and Salesforce is eyeing Informatica for $8 billion. We're also tracking the latest trending AI tools. Plus, get the lowdown on top investors, rising startups, and hot job opportunities.
💻 Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity Launches Orb Mini for Iris-Based Human Verification in the US
Tools for Humanity, co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, introduced its new Orb Mini iris-scanning device in the United States.
The device is part of the World ID system (formerly Worldcoin) and aims to provide a blockchain-based method of verifying human identity online, distinguishing people from AI bots, with planned partnerships in finance, gaming, and dating sectors.
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🛠️ Dell Reveals Advanced Cooling Technology for Energy-Intensive AI Hardware
Dell Technologies introduced its PowerCool Enclosed Rear Door Heat Exchanger (eRDHx) system, designed to address the significant cooling demands of modern AI hardware.
This new technology aims to provide more effective and energy-efficient cooling for data centers housing powerful AI systems, potentially reducing operational costs for U.S. companies deploying such infrastructure.
💰 Snapshots: What Else Is Happening?
• Salesforce to Acquire Informatica for $8 Billion to Strengthen AI Data Capabilities by integrating Informatica's extensive cloud data management and AI-powered services. - Read More • Optimal Dynamics Secured $40M Series C for AI in Trucking Logistics. This funding will support the company's efforts to enhance its platform. - Read More • Veesion which develops software to detect shoplifting in real-time, has obtained $43 million in Series B funding. The new capital will be used to build out its U.S. operations to help American retailers reduce losses from theft. - Read More • Opera is developing a new type of web browser, codenamed "Neon," designed to function as an AI agent capable of autonomously performing tasks for users. - Read More
💰 Biggest Sharks of the Week!
• General Catalyst -Committed $1 billion in non-dilutive funding to Grammarly, a US-based AI-powered writing assistant startup. - Read More
• Founders Fund -Anchored a $600 million funding round for Neuralink, an US-based neurotechnology company focused on brain-computer interfaces. - Read More
• Khosla Venture -Led a $350 million Series C financing for ClickHouse, Inc., a San Francisco-based company specializing in real-time analytics and data warehousing. - Read More
🛠️ Trending AI Tools to Supercharge Your Workflow!
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🚀 Startup Radar: Movers, Shakers & Future Makers
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🧠 Friday Quote!
"If you're just an LLM wrapper, it's going to be hard to build a sustainable business — you're likely going to get commoditized away. Businesses need an engine of value creation that persists with an initial advantaged offering with continuous improvements."
💼 Join the Revolution: Hot Startup Jobs!
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💼 Resource of the Week: Start Your Startup Journey!
💰 Pre-Seed AI Investors (US Focus) - OpenVC List
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Disclosure: Seedradar Ventures and/or its general partner may hold investments in some of the companies mentioned in this newsletter. This content is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
