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From ChatGPT Atlas to Zen Browser, AI browser race heats up
Competition among web browsers is shifting beyond search results toward features that let AI handle tasks inside the browser, TechCrunch reported on Thursday. Perplexity, The Browser Company, Opera and OpenAI have each introduced AI-focused browsers with functions such as summarising emails, researching, shopping and agent modes. Other players include YC-backed Aside, Zetter, privacy-focused Brave and DuckDuckGo, and open-source newcomer Ladybird.
Crypto
Silent Swap malware swaps copied wallet addresses to steal bitcoin, XRP
A new malware campaign has been identified that replaces copied cryptocurrency wallet addresses, targeting bitcoin and XRP among other tokens. McAfee Advanced Threat Research said it found the malware, dubbed Silent Swap, which uses browser extensions and a remote backend server to swap addresses in real time. The malware is distributed through unsigned .NET or Go installers often disguised as free or cracked software. Victims have been reported in multiple regions, with infections concentrated in India.
AI & Enterprise
Omen AI raises $31 million Series A for real-time monitoring of AI data center cooling water
Omen AI has raised $31 million in a Series A round to commercialise technology that analyses AI data center cooling water in real time. The company aims to detect abnormalities early and reduce downtime that can cost millions of dollars. The round was led by Nava Ventures with participation from CRV and others. Omen AI says it works with about 12 data center customers, including TensorWave.