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How to Watch LlamaCon, Meta’s First-Ever AI Developer Event

Near Space Labs Secures $20M to Expand Its Balloon-Powered Imaging Tech

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April 29, 2025

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How to Watch LlamaCon, Meta’s First-Ever AI Developer Event

Meta kicks off LlamaCon, its first AI developer event, to promote its Llama models and regain trust in the AI space after recent criticism. CEO Mark Zuckerberg headlines key sessions, streamed live on Meta’s developer platforms.

Near Space Labs Secures $20M to Expand Its Balloon-Powered Imaging Tech

Near Space Labs has raised $20M in Series B funding to expand its fleet of helium balloon-powered Swift robots, offering high-resolution aerial imagery as a scalable alternative to drones and satellites. Led by Rema Matevosyan, the startup serves industries like insurance and agriculture, and plans to cover 80% of the U.S. biannually—without needing flight licenses.

Yelp Launches AI Voice Agents to Help Restaurants and Service Providers Manage Calls

Yelp is launching AI-powered voice agents to help restaurants and service businesses manage calls more efficiently—handling FAQs, reservations, and more without complex setup. The system filters spam, records calls, and escalates complex issues, marking Yelp's shift toward becoming a full-service tech partner for local businesses.

OpenAI Patches ChatGPT Bug That Allowed Erotic Content for Minors

OpenAI is fixing a bug in ChatGPT that allowed minors to access explicit content, despite policies banning it. The issue, discovered by TechCrunch, exposed vulnerabilities in AI moderation. OpenAI is working on a solution to protect younger users, but the incident highlights concerns about AI safety, especially in educational settings.

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What Should We Call Our AI Agents?

As large language models evolve into true agents—persistent, memory-rich, goal-oriented companions—an interesting question arises: what should we call them?

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