Ai2’s new small AI model outperforms models from Google, Meta

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May 5, 2025

What We're Reading

  • Ai2’s new small AI model outperforms similarly-sized models from Google, Meta [TechCrunch] 
  • Stripe shows iOS developers how to avoid Apple’s App Store commission [TechCrunch] 
  • Amazon CEO says 100,000 users now have Alexa+ [TechCrunch] 
  • Nvidia takes aim at Anthropic’s support of chip export controls [TechCrunch] 

Trending Companies

Deepull, a biotechnology company intended to offer an early diagnosis of sepsis and therapeutic recommendations, raises €50MM Series C from Columbus Venture Partners.

Diagnostics • Barcelona, Spain

 

P-1 AI, a technology company focused on developing an artificial general engineering intelligence (AGEI), raises $23MM Seed from Radical Ventures.

Artificial Intelligence • Henderson, NV • Post-Money Valuation

 

Growers Edge, a company that develops an agricultural fintech platform designed to manage the financial risks associated with crop production, raises $25MM Equity Funding from S2G Investments.

AgTech • Johnston, IA • Post-Money Valuation

 

Forge Nano, a nanotechnology research company that focuses on surface engineering and precision nanocoating technology, raises $40MM Equity Funding from Rock Creek Capital.

Nanotechnology • Thornton, CO • Post-Money Valuation

 

Hoofprint, a company that develops a microbiome engineering platform designed to improve the sustainability of ruminant livestock production, raises $15MM Series A from SOSV.

AgTech • Raleigh, NC • Post-Money Valuation

 

Blooming Health, a company that develops a platform designed to equip community-based aging care providers with the technology to remotely engage and address the social needs of tens of thousands of older adults and caregiver clients in a personalized way, raises $26MM Series A from Insight Partners.

Senior Care • New York, NY • Post-Money Valuation

 

UtiliData, a grid technology startup that integrates AI capabilities to enhance data utilization and operational efficiency, raises $60.3MM Series C from Renown Capital Partners.

Utilities • Providence, RI • Post-Money Valuation

 

VOC AI, a provider and operator of an e-commerce platform, raises $15MM Equity Funding from Shanda Grab Ventures.

E-Commerce • San Jose, CA • Post-Money Valuation

 

Glacier, a company that develops an AI-powered robotic waste technology, raises $16MM Series A from Ecosystem Integrity Fund.

Robotics • San Francisco, CA • Post-Money Valuation

 

Persona, a company that develops identity verification systems designed to protect and secure identity from theft and fraud, raises $200MM Series D from Founders Fund.

Identity Management • San Francisco, CA • Post-Money Valuation

 

 

PilotDesk, a company that develops an artificial intelligence no-code workflow automation platform intended for operations and account management, raises $5.8MM Series A from Tribeca Venture Partners.

Workflow Management • New York, NY • Post-Money Valuation


Canopy, a company that develops a practice management software suite designed to streamline processes for accounting firms, raises $70MM Series C from Viking Global Investors.

Practice Management • South Jordan, UT • Post-Money Valuation

 

TeamOhana, a company that provides headcount management platform, raises $7.5MM Seed from Lerer Hippeau Ventures.

Enterprise Software • San Francisco, CA • Post-Money Valuation

 

Voom Medical, a company that manufactures medical equipment intended for minimally invasive surgery for the foot and ankle, raises $30MM Debt & Equity Funding from Avenue Capital Group.

Medical Devices • Brentwood, TN • Post-Money Valuation

 

Consumer Edge completes the acquisition of Earnest Analytics, a firm that operates a data analytics company intended to offer market analysis and assistance with investment-related decisions.

Data Analytics • New York, NY • Deal

 

Nano Dimensions acquires Markforged, a manufacturing company that invents a new 3D printing process to build parts with the strength of Continuous Carbon Fiber.

3D Printing • Waltham, MA • Deal

 

Granata Bio acquires Oviva, a women's health biotech company developing therapeutics to improve ovarian function and consequently extend female healthspan.

Women Care • New York, NY • Deal

 

CTI acquires LightWerks, a company that provides audiovisual integration services.

Audio Visual • Carson, CA • Deal

 

Sun Nuclear acquires Oncospace, a medical device manufacturing company that specializes in radiation oncology.

Medical Devices • Baltimore, MD • Deal

 

EP Wealth Advisors acquires NBS Financial Services, a firm that offers access to a wide array of investment options, a fiduciary commitment, and tax-efficient strategies.

Investment Management • Torrance, CA • Deal

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