Sources: Perplexity is looking to raise ~$500M to double its valuation to $8B or more; Perplexity's annualized revenue is ~$50M, up from ~$10M in March (Wall Street Journal)

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Google DeepMind is launching two new AI models, Gemini Robotics and Gemini Robotics-ER, designed to help robots perform a wider range of real-world tasks. Gemini Robotics, built on Gemini 2.0, focuses on generality, interactivity, and dexterity, enabling robots to understand new situations and interact with people and their environment. Gemini Robotics-ER is an advanced visual language model that allows robots to reason and make decisions based on their environment, with a focus on safety and...

Jio Platforms, a subsidiary of Reliance Industries and India's largest telecom operator, has partnered with SpaceX to offer Starlink's satellite broadband internet services in India, pending regulatory approvals. Jio will sell Starlink equipment, support installation and activation, and explore other areas of cooperation with SpaceX. This move comes after a similar partnership announcement by Airtel and SpaceX, signaling a shift towards satellite-based broadband services in India led by major telecom players. Full Article

The Senate has approved Gail Slater, President Trump's nominee to lead the DOJ's antitrust unit, by a 78-19 vote. Slater, a longtime Washington lawyer, has been critical of power in the tech industry. She has expressed concerns regarding the dominance of tech companies in the market. Full Article

iRobot has announced new Roomba vacuums with innovative capabilities, including the industry's first onboard mechanical debris-compacting system in the Roomba 205 DustCompactor Combo Robot. This feature allows users to go eight weeks without emptying the vacuum and eliminates the need for a dedicated debris bin. The company also introduced the Roomba Plus 405 Combo Robot + AutoWash Dock and the 505 Combo Robot + AutoWash Dock, along with upgrades to the Roomba Home app. Prices...