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Together AI, the leading AI Acceleration Cloud, has announced a $305 million Series B investment, led by General Catalyst and co-led by Prosperity7. The funding round, which values the company at $3.3 billion, includes participation from major investors such as Salesforce Ventures, DAMAC Capital, NVIDIA, Kleiner Perkins, March Capital, Emergence Capital, Lux Capital, SE Ventures, Greycroft, Coatue, Definition, Cadenza Ventures, Long Journey Ventures, Brave Capital, Scott Banister, and technology pioneer John Chambers.

STMicroelectronics, a global leader in semiconductors, has introduced its next-generation silicon photonics (SiPho) and BiCMOS technologies designed to enhance optical interconnects in AI clusters and data centers. With AI computing demands rising, ST is addressing critical performance and energy efficiency challenges by delivering 800 Gbps and 1.6 Tbps optical modules, scheduled for production in the second half of 2025.

BITO Lagertechnik, a global leader in storage and order-picking systems, and Locus Robotics, a leader in AI-driven warehouse automation, have announced a strategic partnership to deliver integrated, end-to-end solutions for automated order fulfillment.

Direct Digital Holdings, Inc., a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through Colossus Media, LLC and Orange 142, LLC, has announced the release of its Framework for Employee Generative AI Usage Policy. Developed by the company’s AI Council, this guide provides organizations with a structured approach to setting clear expectations and guardrails for AI use in the workplace.

Optimal AI, the first AI agent built to automate code reviews and compliance while ensuring zero data retention, has raised $2.25 million in pre-seed funding co-led by Act One Ventures and Chingona Ventures. Supported by Google for Startups, this funding accelerates the company’s mission to enhance security and compliance without compromising privacy.

SEQUESTO, the AI-powered RFP automation leader, announces a strategic partnership with RevSparkAI, a specialist in AI-driven business transformation. This collaboration marks a major step in SEQUESTO’s U.S. expansion, redefining how companies handle RFP responses with cutting-edge AI technology.

Akina Technologies PBC, a trailblazing platform dedicated to AI solutions for marginalized communities, has announced the addition of three influential leaders to drive its mission forward:
DeJuana L. Thompson (Former Obama Administration Advisor) joins as Co-founder
Dr. Nashlie Sephus (AI Ethics Expert & AWS Leader) joins as AI Advisor
Lisa Green (Former LVMH & Unilever Executive) joins as Networking & Sponsorship Advisor

Mimecast, a global leader in cybersecurity and Human Risk Management, has appointed Adenike (Nikki) Cosgrove as Chief Marketing Officer. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, Cosgrove will drive Mimecast’s global marketing strategy, expansion, and brand leadership.

Microchip Technology is integrating Artificial Intelligence into software development with the launch of MPLAB® AI Coding Assistant—a free Microsoft Visual Studio Code extension designed to enhance coding, debugging, and real-time support for embedded engineers.