Mbodi’s approach to robot training using multiple AI agents represents a shift from traditional methods, but faces critical challenges in safety, reliability, and market adoption. The company’s 2026 deployment timeline suggests significant technical hurdles remain.
A Chilean startup has developed an engineered wood product that spans longer distances than conventional timber while being lighter than concrete or steel. This innovation could significantly reduce construction’s carbon emissions if it can overcome manufacturing and market adoption challenges.
LangChain has secured $125 million in Series B funding, propelling the AI startup to a $1.25 billion valuation. The funding round was led by IVP and included participation from new investors CapitalG and Sapphire Ventures alongside existing backers.
LangChain, the popular open source framework for building AI applications, has achieved unicorn status after closing a $125 million Series B funding round at a $1.25 billion valuation, according to reports from TechCrunch. The funding announcement confirms earlier indications from July that the company was seeking fresh capital at a valuation exceeding $1 billion.
Codi, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, has launched what it claims is the first fully automated AI office management platform. The technology aims to eliminate manual office logistics as return-to-office trends accelerate across corporate America. Early adoption reportedly generated $100,000 in ARR within just five weeks of beta release.
Codi, an Andreessen Horowitz-backed startup, has launched what it describes as the first comprehensive AI platform designed to fully automate office management operations, according to reports. Founded in 2018 by Christelle Rohaut and Dave Schuman, the company originally operated as a marketplace connecting businesses with flexible office spaces before pivoting to AI-driven office management solutions.
Meta Platforms is implementing new restrictions that will prevent artificial intelligence companies from using WhatsApp’s business API as a primary interface for their chatbots. The policy change, effective January 15, 2026, specifically targets LLM providers offering general-purpose AI assistants through the popular messaging platform.
Meta Platforms will prohibit artificial intelligence companies from using WhatsApp‘s business API as a primary interface for their chatbots starting in 2026, according to reports. The policy change specifically targets providers of large language models and generative AI platforms who have been using the messaging service as a front-end for their technologies.
The provocative game company has resolved its high-profile lawsuit against Elon Musk’s SpaceX over land trespass allegations. Supporters who funded the land purchase will receive special edition cards rather than the promised cash settlement. The case highlights ongoing tensions between corporations and property rights near SpaceX’s Texas facilities.
Cards Against Humanity has settled its trespass lawsuit against SpaceX, according to reports from TechCrunch, concluding a year-long legal battle that began when the game company accused Elon Musk’s aerospace firm of unauthorized use of its Texas property. Sources indicate both parties have agreed to undisclosed terms, though the settlement reportedly falls short of the $15 million initially sought by the gaming company.
WhatsApp is rolling out new restrictions on how many messages users can send to unknown contacts without receiving responses. The messaging platform reportedly aims to curb spam while maintaining normal communication patterns for legitimate users.
WhatsApp is implementing monthly limits on messages sent to users who haven’t saved the sender as a contact, according to reports shared with TechCrunch. The messaging giant, which operates one of the world’s most popular instant messaging platforms, is taking this approach to combat persistent spamming issues that have plagued the service despite existing detection measures.
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SK Telecom’s recently launched AI division is implementing a voluntary retirement program for its 1,000 employees. The company describes the move as a supportive measure during organizational integration rather than a downsizing effort. Employees who remain may face reassignments to regional offices as the telecom giant consolidates its AI operations.
SK Telecom, South Korea’s telecommunications leader, is implementing significant changes at its newly established AI division just weeks after its launch, according to reports. The company’s AI CIC (Company-in-Company) unit is offering a voluntary retirement program to employees as part of broader organizational integration efforts, sources indicate.
