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Early Cerebras investor Adit Singh joins Mayfield as infrastructure partner
Mayfield has welcomed Adit Singh, an early investor in Cerebras Systems, as its newest infrastructure partner. Singh brings a wealth of experience to the firm, focusing on investments in semiconductor, cybersecurity, and the burgeoning field of physical AI. This strategic addition underscores Mayfield's commitment to supporting innovation at the core of the AI ecosystem. For those exploring career paths within AI, consider our recent article, "How to Build a Career in AI," which outlines distinct pathways and essential skill sets.
AI hedge fund Situational Awareness may have sold its public portfolio, but it still has its Anthropic shares
Despite unwinding its public portfolio following leveraged losses, AI hedge fund Situational Awareness retains a significant asset: its holdings in Anthropic. Founded by a former OpenAI researcher, the fund faced pressure to liquidate public equities, but maintains a strategic position in the generative AI leader. This underscores a continued belief in AI’s potential, even amidst market volatility. For a deeper look at related AI security challenges, see our recent article, "In the Hugging Face breach, OpenAI’s hacker was noisy and fast — but not unstoppable."
Meta drops out of a major clean energy pact as its natural gas buildout accelerates
Meta's shift towards natural gas infrastructure has prompted a departure from a major clean energy industry pact. This move follows substantial investments in natural gas over the past year, signaling a strategic realignment. While some may view this as a setback for renewable energy adoption, Meta emphasizes its commitment to exploring diverse energy solutions. For a deeper look into Meta's broader technological direction, explore our article on the integration of a Rust version of the React Compiler.
Why Greylock capped its new fund at $1.5B when it says it could have raised more
Greylock Partners strategically capped its newest fund at $1.5 billion, opting for quality over sheer size. This deliberate decision—allowing for roughly 25 investments per fund—reflects a commitment to being the “most important partner” to its founders. Rather than chasing exponential growth, Greylock prioritizes deep engagement and impactful support. This approach contrasts with some firms, as seen with General Catalyst’s recent $1 billion investment in IM8, demonstrating varied strategies in the venture landscape.
Indian AI coding startup Emergent becomes a unicorn with $130M Series C
Emergent, the Indian AI coding startup, has achieved unicorn status, securing $130 million in Series C funding and demonstrating impressive growth. Reaching a $120 million annualized revenue run rate with over 200,000 paying customers, Emergent exemplifies the transformative power of AI-native solutions. This milestone underscores a growing demand for accessible and efficient AI tools within the software development landscape. For deeper insights into the broader AI landscape, explore our analysis of GLM 5.2 and its competitors.