Salesforce rolls out new Slackbot AI agent as it battles Microsoft and Google in workplace AI
Salesforce has introduced an enhanced Slackbot AI agent, transforming it into a powerful assistant capable of searching enterprise data, drafting documents, and performing actions. This initiative positions Slack at the forefront of "agentic AI" and intensifies Salesforce's competition with Microsoft and Google in the workplace AI market. The new Slackbot is now available for Business+ and Enterprise+ customers.
Claude Code costs up to $200 a month. Goose does the same thing for free.
Anthropic's Claude Code, an AI agent for coding, costs up to $200 monthly, causing developer dissatisfaction. In response, Block (formerly Square) released Goose, a free and open-source AI agent with similar capabilities. Goose operates locally, eliminating subscription fees, cloud dependency, and privacy concerns, offering a significant alternative for developers.
Nous Research's NousCoder-14B is an open-source coding model landing right in the Claude Code moment
Nous Research, an open-source AI startup, has released NousCoder-14B, a new competitive programming model. Developed in just four days, this open-source AI reportedly matches or outperforms larger proprietary systems. Its launch highlights the rapid advancements and intense competition within AI-assisted software development.
Listen Labs raises $69M after viral billboard hiring stunt to scale AI customer interviews
Listen Labs, an AI customer interview platform, has raised $69 million in Series B funding, led by Ribbit Capital. This investment will enable the company to scale operations and advance its AI technology for customer interviews. The funding round was notably boosted by a viral San Francisco billboard campaign that used AI token-based coding challenges to recruit engineers.
Railway secures $100 million to challenge AWS with AI-native cloud infrastructure
Railway, a San Francisco-based cloud platform, has secured $100 million in Series B funding, led by TQ Ventures. This investment will fuel the development of AI-native cloud infrastructure, aiming to simplify complexities for AI application developers. The company seeks to directly challenge established providers like AWS and Google Cloud by becoming a key player in the surging AI infrastructure market.
Anthropic launches Cowork, a Claude Desktop agent that works in your files — no coding required
Anthropic has launched Cowork, a new Claude Desktop agent designed to help non-technical users perform tasks directly within their files without coding. This tool expands the capabilities of its Claude Code offering, aiming to enhance productivity for a broader audience. Currently a research preview, Cowork positions Anthropic to compete in the growing market for AI-powered solutions.
The creator of Claude Code just revealed his workflow, and developers are losing their minds
Boris Cherny, creator of Claude Code at Anthropic, recently shared his personal terminal setup and workflow on X. This revelation has sparked significant excitement among developers, with many calling it a "viral manifesto" for software development. Industry experts emphasize that understanding Cherny's practices is crucial for programmers aiming to stay current in the field.
Microsoft Commits $80 Billion to AI Infrastructure in 2025
Microsoft announces plans to invest $80 billion in AI data centers and infrastructure throughout 2025, with more than half allocated to US facilities. The investment underscores the massive capital requirements of frontier AI development.
