AIBusinessStartups

AI Studio Wonder Secures $12M Seed Funding to Build Content Creator Ecosystem

UK-based Wonder Studios has raised $12 million in seed funding to become what sources describe as a “Y Combinator for intellectual property.” The AI startup reportedly plans to double its team and expand US operations while developing original content.

Major Funding Round for AI Content Studio

London-based Wonder Studios has reportedly secured $12 million in seed funding, according to recent reports, bringing its total raised capital to $15 million since launching in April. The funding round was led by Atomico with participation from existing investors LocalGlobe and Blackbird, alongside new backers including Adobe Ventures, Upside Ventures, and several prominent media executives.

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Anthropic CEO Responds to White House Regulatory Criticism in Policy Statement

Anthropic’s CEO has published a detailed response to White House allegations that the AI company is pursuing regulatory capture. The statement comes amid escalating tensions between the AI firm and administration officials, including newly appointed AI Czar David Sacks. The conflict highlights deeper ideological divisions within the AI industry about appropriate regulatory approaches.

Anthropic Seeks to Clarify Position Amid White House Tensions

Anthropic finds itself at the center of a growing dispute between AI companies and the current administration, according to reports detailing recent exchanges. The company, which describes itself as a public benefit corporation, has faced accusations from White House officials of pursuing what they characterize as “regulatory capture” strategies. In response, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published a comprehensive statement on the company’s website addressing these allegations while emphasizing the firm’s commitment to what he termed “American AI leadership.”