**From the Pitch to the Boardroom: Mario Götze’s Unlikely Journey as an Angel Investor** When we think of Mario Götze, we often associate him with scoring the winning goal in the 2014 FIFA World Cup final. But did you know that the German footballer has also built a reputation as a shrewd angel investor? As the founder of Companion M, his personal investment vehicle, Götze has a portfolio of over 70 companies, including two unicorns: Danish fintech Flatpay and German AI startup Parloa. So, what drives Götze’s investment decisions? “I only invest in startups that check all the boxes,” he…
Author: Naveed Ahmad
**Introducing LFM2.5: The Next Big Thing in On-Device AI** Hey everyone, I’m super excited to share with you the latest development in AI – LFM2.5, a revolutionary new family of compact AI models designed for real-world, on-device agents. This cutting-edge tech is built on the powerful LFM2 structure, optimized for lightning-fast and memory-efficient inference on CPUs and NPUs. What’s all the fuss about, you ask? Well, LFM2.5 comes with five variants – Base, Instruct, Japanese, Vision Language, and Audio Language – all available as open weights on Hugging Face and LEAP. This means you can dive into the code and…
**Meta’s Ray-Ban Smart Glasses: A Hairy Situation** I just heard the news that Meta is putting the brakes on its plans to bring its Ray-Ban smart glasses to the global market. Apparently, they’re dealing with an insane amount of interest and limited supply, so they’re putting the pause button on the international launch. As of now, the smart glasses were set to launch in France, Italy, Canada, and the UK in early 2026. But with the overwhelming demand and long waitlists that are getting ridiculous (we’re talking 2026 ridiculous), Meta is taking a step back. “We’ve seen an incredible amount…
**Ring Doorbells Just Got a Whole Lot Smarter: 5 New Features You Need to Know About** Hey there, tech enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, you’re a huge fan of smart home devices, and Amazon’s Ring doorbells are no exception. Well, get ready for some exciting news: Ring just dropped a bunch of new features that take your smart home game to the next level. First off, let’s talk about the new fire alerts. Because, you know, fire safety is a big deal. Ring’s latest update will use your cameras to detect smoke and flames, and even use machine learning…
**Luminar Founder Austin Russell Accused of Dodging Subpoena in Chapter Case** The chapter case of lidar maker Luminar has taken a dramatic turn, with the corporate accusing its founder and former CEO, Austin Russell, of refusing to cooperate with its investigation. According to a recent filing, the company has been trying to gather information from Russell since his resignation in May, but he’s been stonewalling them. Luminar wants to get its hands on Russell’s company-issued phone and a digital copy of his personal phone, but his lawyer is claiming that the company has failed to provide assurances that personal data…
**Google Cracks the Code on TV Watching with Gemini Options at CES 2026** I’m still reeling from the latest Google announcements at CES 2026. The tech giant has unveiled a slew of innovative features for its Google TV platform, dubbed Gemini options, that are set to revolutionize the way we watch TV. Imagine a world where you can control your TV settings with just your voice, discover new shows with ease, and even create stunning slideshows with your Google Images library. Yeah, it’s that exciting! **Saying Goodbye to Fiddling with Settings** One of the major pain points of watching TV…
Hey everyone, it’s about time Amazon gives Hearth TV a fresh makeover! After months of anticipation, the company has finally unveiled its redesigned Hearth TV interface and a new line of premium televisions with colorful frames. Let’s dive in and take a look at what’s new and what’s not. First off, the new user interface is a major improvement over the old one. Gone are the cluttered rows and cramped app icons, replaced by a clean and modern design that’s easy on the eyes. The new layout features rounded corners, diverse gradients, and consistent typography, making it a breeze to…
**The Lidar Sensor Shakeout: Hesai Seeks to Double Production Amid Industry Turmoil** The lidar sensor market is in a state of upheaval, but one Chinese player, Hesai, is doubling down on its growth plans. The company aims to crank out 4 million units this year, up from a whopping 1 million+ in 2025. This aggressive move comes on the heels of US-based Luminar’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, a stark reminder that this space is anything but guaranteed. Hesai’s surge in production capacity is not a surprise, given its massive funding haul and dual listings on the Nasdaq and Hong Kong…
**Game-Changing Cleaners: Narwal’s AI-Powered Vacuum Cleaners are a Must-Have for Pet Owners and Busy Homemakers** Hey guys, have you ever frantically searched your entire house for your favorite pair of earrings, or spent hours trying to wrangle pet hair from your furniture? I know I have! But what if I told you there’s a solution that can make cleaning up after your furry friends and finding lost treasures effortless? Enter Narwal, a startup that’s revolutionizing the world of vacuum cleaners with its AI-powered tech. At the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Narwal wowed attendees with its new flagship Move 2,…
**Breaking News: AI2025Dev Revolutionizes AI Model Monitoring and Ecosystem Insights** Hey there, AI enthusiasts! At Marktechpost, we’re thrilled to introduce AI2025Dev, a game-changing analytics platform that’s about to transform the way AI pros and researchers track, analyze, and understand the AI ecosystem. As a leading AI news platform, we’re committed to empowering the AI community with cutting-edge insights and tools to drive innovation and growth. **What’s New in this Release?** The latest release of AI2025Dev takes a significant leap forward, expanding its coverage across two key areas: 1. **Release Analytics**: Focusing on model and framework launches, license posture, vendor activity,…