OpenAI’s Corporate Shift, AWS’s OpenSearch Foundation, Google’s Trademark Lawsuit, and Insight Partners’ $10B Fund

Happy Monday, AI & Data Enthusiasts! 

In today’s edition: 

• OpenAI's Corporate Structure Could See Major Changes Next Year

• AWS Brings OpenSearch Under Linux Foundation's Leadership

• Google Faces Lawsuit Over ‘Gemini’ AI System Trademark

• Insight Partners Nears $10B Fund for Latest Venture

- Naseema Perveen

WHAT CAUGHT OUR ATTENTION MOST

OpenAI's Corporate Structure Could See Major Changes Next Year

OpenAI is reportedly considering significant changes to its corporate structure, which could have a lasting impact on how it operates and attracts investors. This potential shift would move OpenAI closer to a more traditional business model, raising questions about its future as a mission-driven organization.

• OpenAI is currently in talks to raise $6.5 billion in funding, with a pre-money valuation of $150 billion. However, this deal is contingent on OpenAI restructuring to remove its current profit cap, making it more attractive to investors.

• CEO Sam Altman recently informed employees that the company is likely to shift its structure next year, moving closer to a fully for-profit model. The change would bring OpenAI in line with traditional tech companies, allowing for greater flexibility in securing investments.

• While OpenAI has emphasized that its nonprofit arm will continue to exist, its role will likely diminish as the for-profit arm takes on greater control. This restructuring may ease investor frustration and fuel future growth, but it also brings into question how OpenAI will balance profit-driven goals with its mission of building AI for the greater good.

This transition marks a pivotal moment for OpenAI, as it navigates the complex balance between innovation, financial growth, and its original mission to ensure AI benefits all of humanity. How this shift will affect OpenAI’s long-term goals remains to be seen.

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KEEP YOUR EYE ON IT

AWS Brings OpenSearch Under Linux Foundation's Leadership

AWS is making a major move by transitioning its OpenSearch project under the Linux Foundation, establishing the new OpenSearch Foundation. This shift is designed to foster greater community involvement and innovation while giving OpenSearch a more neutral, open-source governance model.

• OpenSearch Joins the Linux Foundation: AWS has transferred the OpenSearch project to the Linux Foundation, enabling a more community-driven approach to its development. Companies like SAP, Uber, and others have joined the foundation to support this transition.

• Innovations and Growth: OpenSearch has introduced updates such as cloud-native architecture and AI integration, growing interest in its use as a vector database. AWS expects its contributions to continue to increase under the new foundation.

• Open Source Expansion: This move aligns with a broader trend of open-source collaboration, especially as Elastic recently reintroduced an open-source version of Elasticsearch. OpenSearch's transition helps position it for more widespread adoption beyond AWS.

As OpenSearch evolves under the Linux Foundation’s umbrella, AWS is shedding its reputation as the sole driver of the project. This marks an important step in growing the OpenSearch ecosystem and ensuring a more open, collaborative future for search and analytics development.

Google Faces Lawsuit Over ‘Gemini’ AI System Trademark

Google is facing legal action from a San Francisco-based AI company, Gemini Data, over trademark infringement concerning the name of its Gemini AI system. The lawsuit claims Google’s use of the “Gemini” name violates Gemini Data's established trademark rights.

• Trademark Infringement Claim: Gemini Data, a San Francisco-based AI company founded in 2013, is suing Google for allegedly infringing on its "Gemini" trademark. The lawsuit seeks to block Google from using the name and demands financial compensation.

• Google's Rebranding: Google rebranded its AI system to “Gemini” in February after launching its Bard generative AI platform. However, Gemini Data holds federal trademarks for the name in software, and Google's trademark application for "Gemini" was reportedly denied due to potential confusion.

• Legal Battle Ahead: The lawsuit accuses Google of willfully disregarding Gemini Data’s trademark rights and claims Google knowingly chose to use the name, despite potential conflicts.

As the lawsuit progresses, it could lead to a rebranding of Google's Gemini AI or financial repercussions for the tech giant, adding another layer of complexity to its AI integration eff

Insight Partners Nears $10B Fund for Latest Venture

Insight Partners is on the verge of securing over $10 billion in capital for its 13th fund, a substantial sum in today’s venture capital environment. The New York-based firm continues to make waves with significant portfolio acquisitions and strategic exits.

• Major Fundraising Effort: Insight Partners is closing in on $10 billion+ for its 13th fund, potentially reaching as high as $12 billion, as per recent reports. While it's a major achievement, it's notably lower than the $20 billion raised for its 12th fund in 2022.

• Recent Acquisitions: Two of Insight’s portfolio companies were recently acquired. Recorded Future, a threat intelligence firm, sold to Mastercard for $2.65 billion, and Own, a data backup tool provider, was sold to Salesforce for $1.9 billion.

• Strategic Investments: Insight continues to back high-growth companies like cybersecurity firm Wiz, positioning itself as a key player in the evolving tech landscape.

With its latest fund nearing completion, Insight Partners is solidifying its place as a top venture capital firm, though this round reflects a more cautious market compared to previous years.

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• Researchers built an ‘AI Scientist’

• OpenAI teases 'GPT-Next': 100x more powerful than GPT-4

• Anthropic unveils Claude Enterprise to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT enterprise

• YouTube enhances AI deep fake detection to protect creators

MONEY MATTERS

• By 2025, global AI investment is projected to reach $200 billion.

• OpenAI is the most funded AI firm, with a total of US$14 billion raised. 

• AI-search platform Glean raised $260 million in a Series E.

• AI bookkeeping startup Finally raised $200 million.

• AI translation platform Smartcat raised $43 million. 

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