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Daniel Van Boom

Technology correspondent

Daniel joined Capital Brief after eight years at CNET. He is an award-winning journalist who's covered issues across Big Tech, cryptocurrencies, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

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Mark Zuckerberg taking the fight to OpenAI and Google by pouring billions into Meta's open-source AI models shows his recent transformation is about more than improving his fashion sense.





It's accepted that startup employees can lose their equity if they fall afoul of bad leaver clauses or break NDAs. But there are other tripwires that threaten equity even for those who leave on good terms.








Last week, plastics recycler Samsara Eco raised $100 million and quantum startup Diraq raised $10 million. Today, another Australian deep tech startup got a cash infusion.













The tech giant has finally revealed its plans to add AI features to its products as it seeks to catch up to rivals. Whether the upgrades actually drive sales remains to be seen.




One of Australia's most high-profile AI startups is benefiting from government initiatives in England and Hong Kong. Australia's government should follow suit.




OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has faced a raft of criticism in recent weeks, but his ability to push the company forward through a series of deals will help rebuild his reputation.


The Aussie tech giant has invested in Figma after Adobe's failed bid to buy the company. Between Figma and Canva, design tech is flourishing — which is great news for Mike Cannon-Brookes.


The former US president's attempt to woo crypto enthusiasts wasn't enough to avoid a harsh reception from libertarians over the weekend.



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