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Standard Kernel raises $20 million seed to automatically optimise GPU performance with AI
AI-based GPU software optimisation startup Standard Kernel has raised $20 million in seed funding. VentureBeat reported that Jump Capital led the round, with participation from General Catalyst, Felicis, Cowboy Ventures, Link Ventures, Essence VC, CoreWeave and Ericsson Ventures. The company says it automatically generates specialised GPU kernels using AI to help firms optimise GPU use. It plans to use the funds to speed development of an autonomous kernel-generation platform and adaptive system software.
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OpenAI alumni emerge as new power in Silicon Valley, reshaping startup ecosystem
OpenAI alumni are emerging as a new Silicon Valley network as many employees leave the company to start their own ventures. Some have built fast-growing startups that compete with OpenAI, attracting large funding rounds and high valuations. Others are gaining attention with big investments even before launching products or generating revenue. A separate group is shifting into investing, using OpenAI ties to seek deals or work at venture capital firms.
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Former GitHub CEO raises $60 million seed funding, enters AI development tools market
Thomas Dohmke (토마스 돔케), former CEO of GitHub, founded development tools startup Entire and raised $60 million in seed funding at a $300 million valuation, TechCrunch reported on Monday. The funding round was led by Felicis. Entire is developing open-source tools to manage code generated by AI agents, including a git-compatible database and collaboration features. Dohmke said AI-generated code output has exceeded what humans can handle.
