TechCrunch Daily Crunch IBM acquires data analysis startup Seek AI
Jun 3, 2025
A tech giant makes waves by acquiring a data analysis startup, highlighting rising trends in AI investments. Samsung may potentially enhance its phones with new AI tech from Perplexity, while Salesforce continues its expansion with the purchase of Moonhub, a startup focused on AI hiring tools. These moves signal a fierce competition in the AI landscape as major players ramp up their strategies.
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Samsung Integrates Perplexity AI
- Samsung is planning to integrate Perplexity's AI search technology into its devices, including phones and browser features.
- This reflects a wider trend as major companies like Apple and Motorola also explore Perplexity's AI for enhanced user experiences.
AI's Growing Role in HR
- AI adoption in HR processes is rapidly increasing among Fortune 500 companies despite mixed reactions from job seekers.
- Advanced AI tools for recruiting, vetting, and hiring are becoming integral to modern HR strategies.
IBM Acquires Seek AI for Data
- IBM acquired Seek AI to enhance its WatsonX AI Labs with natural language data querying capabilities.
- Seek AI's chatbot-like interface allows non-technical business users to perform advanced data analysis easily.