OpenAI-backed Speak raises $78M at $1B valuation to help users learn languages by talking out loud

Languages are typically taught by first exposing you to reading and writing, but native speakers always start learning languages by hearing and talking. Speak has built a platform to teach languages by focusing on how native speakers learn: Using AI, the startup generates audio conversations and listens to users’ responses to improve their grasp of … Read more

'Reclaiming the primacy of governance': 'The tech coup is unfolding before our very eyes'

As global tech companies continue to hold a tighter grip on democracies, their citizens and their institutions and influence more substantially the sociopolitical and economic fabric of a nation, FRANCE 24’s Eve Irvine welcomes Marietje Schaake, Author, former MEP, non-resident Fellow at Stanford’s Cyber Policy Center and at the Institute for Human-Centered AI and columnist … Read more

Healthcare is expensive and frustrating; government involvement is a big driver

Former CKE Restaurants CEO Andy Puzder reacts to the arrest of a suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on Making Money. The callous and even mocking reactions on social media to the cold-blooded murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week serve as further evidence that many Americans’ frustrations with the health … Read more

Amy Robach & T.J. Holmes Talk Marriage After Moving In Together

Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes recently discussed their plans for the future, confirming that marriage is on the table, although the timing is uncertain. Holmes shared that they’re not questioning their commitment, and Robach noted they’ve talked about marriage but not the wedding details. Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes previously talked about their life together … Read more