Topic: talent mobility
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Thinking Machines Lab Co-Founders Depart for OpenAI
Two co-founders of Thinking Machines Lab, including its CTO, have returned to OpenAI, posing a significant challenge to the startup's stability and direction. The talent movement highlights intense competition in the AI industry, with personnel frequently shifting between established giants and w...
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H-1B Visa Alternatives: Skip the $100,000 Fee
The U.S. video game industry faces challenges due to a new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, prompting companies to seek alternative immigration pathways to hire international talent without prohibitive costs. The O-1 visa offers an option for individuals with extraordinary ability, bypassing caps and...
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Sequoia Invests in Anthropic's $25B Funding at $350B Valuation
Sequoia Capital is preparing to invest in Anthropic as part of a massive funding round valuing the AI firm at $350 billion, a significant departure from traditional venture capital norms as Sequoia already backs competitors like OpenAI. This investment reflects a new market perspective where inve...
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Inside AMI Labs: The Startup Behind Yann LeCun's 'World Model'
AMI Labs, founded by AI scientist Yann LeCun, aims to build advanced "world models" for AI systems that reliably understand the physical world, targeting sectors like healthcare and robotics. The startup is seeking investment at a potential $3.5 billion valuation, with leadership under CEO Alex L...
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