AI Business Weekly - January 15, 2025 Edition

Author

Sameer Khan
January 15, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

In partnership with

Want to get the most out of ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is a superpower if you know how to use it correctly.

Discover how HubSpot's guide to AI can elevate both your productivity and creativity to get more things done.

Learn to automate tasks, enhance decision-making, and foster innovation with the power of AI.

Welcome to the latest edition of AI Business Weekly!
As we progress into 2025, this week’s highlights feature groundbreaking AI innovations, transformative investments, and insightful trends shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

Let’s dive into the updates redefining the AI landscape.

AI Innovations and Research Advances

  • Nosana Launches GPU Marketplace to Drive AI Innovation
    Nosana has officially launched its GPU Marketplace, a decentralized platform enabling GPU owners to offer scalable and affordable resources for AI companies. This marks a significant leap in democratizing AI compute power.
    Read More

  • Design and Tech Pros Predict Top Smart Home Innovations for 2025
    From cutting-edge automation to enhanced connectivity, 2025’s

    smart home technologies are set to transform how we live. Experts forecast notable advancements, perfect for early adopters and tech enthusiasts alike.
    Read More

  • AI Unlocks Non-Surgical Way to Detect Brain Cancer Spread
    Researchers have developed an AI model that uses MRI scans to detect metastatic brain cancer, offering critical insights without invasive surgery.
    Read More

  • AI Brings Humans Closer to Understanding Animals
    A nonprofit research lab explores how AI can analyze animal sounds, like zebra finch chatter, to reconnect humans with nature and improve conservation efforts.
    Read More

  • AI-Powered Contract Automation in Research Management
    The University of Melbourne employs AI tools to streamline contract and agreement management, transforming a traditionally tedious task into a valuable efficiency boost.
    Read More

Investments and Growth

  • Genesy Secures €5 Million to Reshape B2B Sales with AI Agents
    Barcelona-based Genesy raises €5 million in seed funding to scale its AI-powered B2B sales solutions, targeting growth in key markets.
    Read More

  • Swedish Startup Privasea Raises $15M to Advance AI Privacy Tech
    Gothenburg-based Privasea secures $15 million to develop its DeepSea AI Network, combining homomorphic encryption with machine learning for secure computations.
    Read More

  • Healthcare Startup Hippocratic AI Raises $141M
    With a new valuation of $1.64 billion, Hippocratic AI continues its mission to transform healthcare through cutting-edge AI technology.
    Read More

  • Synthesia Secures $180M for AI Video Platform at $2.1B Valuation
    Synthesia’s AI avatar technology attracts significant funding, enabling 60,000 enterprises to create customized videos for training and marketing.
    Read More

  • Fermata Raises Funds for AI-Powered Farming Solutions
    Israeli startup Fermata uses AI and computer vision to monitor greenhouse crops, helping farmers detect diseases and pests with standard cameras.
    Read More

Genesy Secures €5 Million to Reshape B2B Sales with AI Agents

  • France Almost Doubles AI Investment but Trails UK and Germany
    Despite doubling AI investments in 2024, France still lags behind its European peers in venture capital funding for AI startups.
    Read More

  • UK Announces Nationwide AI Rollout
    The Labour government unveils a multibillion-pound investment in computing capacity to integrate AI into public services, despite public concerns.
    Read More

  • Biden Administration Introduces AI Rule for National Security
    A new U.S. policy aims to promote responsible AI use, enhancing national security and economic growth.
    Read More

  • Indonesia’s OECD Membership and Global AI Governance
    Indonesia’s potential OECD membership could shape global AI governance while strengthening ties with developing nations.
    Read More

  • Texas Proposes AI Governance Act
    The Texas Responsible AI Governance Act introduces obligations for AI developers, deployers, and distributors, focusing on ethical implementation.
    Read More

Biden Administration Introduces AI Rule for National Security

Latest AI Feature Releases

  • Google Teases New AI Products for 2025
    CEO Sundar Pichai previews innovations like Daily Listen and Gemini 2.0 Flash, set to redefine AI experiences.
    Read More

  • Hinge Adds AI Feature for Profile Improvement
    Hinge’s AI-powered “Prompt Feedback” analyzes user responses to create more engaging and authentic dating profiles.
    Read More

  • Mercedes Integrates Google’s Conversational AI Navigation
    Mercedes collaborates with Google for Gemini-powered conversational navigation, elevating in-car experiences.
    Read More

  • Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Preview
    The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra promises advanced AI features, set to debut at the January 22nd Unpacked event.
    Read More

Closing Thoughts

From transformative investments to groundbreaking innovations, this week highlights how AI continues to shape industries and redefine global standards. Stay tuned as we bring you more updates on the dynamic world of artificial intelligence.