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Business Insider
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Dreamspace Launches AI App Builder to Empower Creators in the AI Economy
Dreamspace allows anyone to deploy and monetize AI-generated apps onchain with Space and Time, Base, and M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund Dreamspace, an AI app builder that enables non-technical creators to build an online business with natural language, launched public access today. Built on Microsoft Azure AI Foundry and Azure OpenAI, Space and Time, and Base, Dreamspace simplifies app development by allowing users to generate fully functional applications and smart contracts without writing code, dramatically reducing the time and technical barriers associated with building onchain. With Dreamspace, anyone can generate an application, monetize it with blockchain technology, and deploy it to a community of users. Space and Time provides the database that powers the Dreamspace platform and its apps, grants to kickstart creators, and a community of AI-forward users that are eager to interact with the apps generated on the platform. 'While the economy of the last decade has been driven largely by businesses created by developers, we believe business in the AI economy will be driven by creators. By bringing together Space and Time's verifiable database, Base's onchain scale, and Microsoft's AI tools, Dreamspace gives creators everything they need to build, ship, and own the next generation of apps,' said Nate Holiday, CEO of MakeInfinite Labs, the original developers of Space and Time. Dreamspace utilizes Microsoft Azure and Azure OpenAI solutions to enhance its performance and scalability. M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund, led a $20M funding round for Space and Time in 2022. 'We're seeing a new wave of platforms where AI-native tooling, blockchain infrastructure, and creator-driven design converge," said Michael Stewart, Managing Partner at M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund."Dreamspace lowers the barrier to creation and distribution for a whole new class of builders – one that doesn't need to know how to code to bring an idea to life. At M12, we're excited about the shift toward AI-native systems and believe Dreamspace is tapping into the future of how apps are built, monetized, and scaled." Dreamspace is built on Base, an onchain open stack incubating at Coinbase, which allows creators to publish and monetize their apps. With low fees of less than one cent, fast transactions of less than one second, and full EVM compatibility, Base makes it easy to launch onchain businesses and get paid using crypto, whether through tips, token-gated access, or custom smart contract logic. 'We're building Base as an open stack for the global economy that empowers anyone to build and create onchain,' said Luca Curran, Head of AI, Base Ecosystem. 'Dreamspace is an exciting example of what's possible when you combine onchain with AI. You don't need to be a developer or an engineer to bring an idea to reality - anyone can unlock their creativity to build an app. Expanding this possibility to anyone, anywhere will help us bring the world onchain.' Dreamspace is available for public use in beta at About Space and Time Space and Time is the blockchain for ZK-proven data, which enables smart contracts to trustlessly access and compute over data from any chain or source. Powered by Proof of SQL, a sub-second ZK coprocessor, Space and Time empowers developers to build more intelligent, data-rich applications with verifiable data. For more information, visit: Website | X | Discord | Telegram | LinkedIn | YouTube For media inquiries, please contact: marketing@ About MakeInfinite Labs MakeInfinite Labs is a frontier protocol research lab contributing to some of the most prominent protocols and ecosystems across crypto, including the creation of Space and Time. MakeInfinite Labs raised $50 million from M12, Microsoft's Venture Fund, and other leading investors to build the infrastructure that enables developers and creators to build data-driven applications, tokenize and monetize and win in the AI economy. For more information, visit: Website | X | LinkedIn For media inquiries, please contact: marketing@ About M12 M12, Microsoft's venture fund, is a corporate venture capital firm dedicated to accelerating the future of technology through investments, insights, and meaningful partnership with Microsoft. The firm is thesis-driven, investing in AI, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, developer tools, vertical SaaS, Web3 and gaming. For nearly a decade, M12 has created exceptional value for portfolio companies through connections, customers, and go-to-market resources. M12 has offices in San Francisco and Redmond. Catherine Daly
Yahoo
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Milwaukee's $149 M12 Cordless Ratchet Is Only $65 at Walmart Right Now, and Shoppers Say Its Torque Is Tops
Men's Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Milwaukee's $149 M12 Cordless Ratchet Is Only $65 at Walmart Right Now, and Shoppers Say Its Torque Is Tops originally appeared on Men's Journal. A power drill is to a screwdriver what a powered ratchet is to a ratchet—not a complete replacement, per se, but definitely a better, easier way to get a lot of jobs done. If you've never had the pleasure of using one, Walmart has a powerful cordless ratchet from a leading power tool brand on sale for less than half of its normal price. The Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8-Inch Ratchet is just $65 at Walmart right now, 56% less than the $149 it usually costs. For that minimal sum, you get a maximally effective tool, one that's earned 36 five-star ratings and reviews calling it 'handy,' 'amazing,' and 'solid' with 'good torque and great battery life.' We should note that this is the bare tool without a battery, but it'll work with any of Milwaukee's M12 batteries you already own, or simply pick up this one that's on sale. Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8-Inch Ratchet, $65 (was $149) at Walmart This tool is less than a foot long, weighs less than 2 pounds, and has a low-profile head that's just 3/8 of an inch. Those stats, along with the integrated LED light, mean it's easy to use in tight spaces when working on a house or car. This steel-housed tool delivers up to 35 foot-pounds of torque and 250 RPM, and it's controlled with a variable-speed metal trigger that allows for precise control. One reviewer wrote that this tool has 'saved my hands so many times trying to get into tight spots. Break a bolt a little loose, hit the trigger, and smile, and the work completes itself.' They also said it's the 'first thing I grab in the garage,' a sign of just how useful this tool can be. 'I use it daily and it works very well,' another customer concurred.'I am a mechanic and technician by trade, and I use Milwaukee tools daily,' one reviewer wrote. 'As far as the quality, they are great. I like them especially because you can buy replacement parts for these and rebuild them yourself.' If you don't already have a Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8-Inch Ratchet, you might be surprised by just how often you'll find yourself reaching for it. Whether you're working on your house or your car, it can tighten or loosen hard-to-reach bolts easily, and the chance to grab one for less than half its normal price is one you should not miss. Sign up for Men's Journal's Recommended By newsletter to get gear, fitness, and more deals delivered straight to your inbox. Milwaukee's $149 M12 Cordless Ratchet Is Only $65 at Walmart Right Now, and Shoppers Say Its Torque Is Tops first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 23, 2025 This story was originally reported by Men's Journal on Jul 23, 2025, where it first appeared.
Business Mayor
12-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
View the Pitch Deck that Won this AI firm $5.5M to Move Budgets from Meta to CTV
Fresh off a $5.5 million raise led by NVP Capital with participation from M12, AI startup Upscale is making its case to direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands: streaming TV is the next performance channel. And the firm's AI tools are here to help brands use their existing assets to create and serve ads for streaming. According to the startup's investor pitch deck, exclusively shared with ADWEEK, Americans now spend 1.4 times more time on streaming apps than on social media, clocking up 3 hours and 9 minutes a day versus 2 hours and 14 minutes. The firm claims that $30 billion is already flowing into U.S. READ SOURCE
Yahoo
17-02-2025
- Yahoo
Deputies in Wisconsin looking for several suspects following robbery at Farm & Fleet
DODGEVILLE, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in southwest Wisconsin say they are looking to identify multiple suspects involved in a robbery at a Farm & Fleet. According to a release from the Iowa County Sheriff's Office, deputies are looking to identify two men who allegedly stole from a Farm & Fleet in Dodgeville at 7:15 p.m. on February 6. Dead dog found in unoccupied Two Rivers apartment, owner identified and arrested Officials say the two suspects eventually left the store after stealing a Stihl Chainsaw, a M18 Sawzall, a M18 Hex Impact Kit, and two M12 heated jackets. The suspects then reportedly put the stolen items into an occupied vehicle that left the store and headed westbound on Highway YZ. Authorities say they are asking the public to help identify the two pictured suspects and vehicle as well as an additional unidentified subject(s) that were already inside the vehicle. Anyone with any information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Iowa County Sheriff's Office. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Arab News
06-02-2025
- Sport
- Arab News
Real Madrid great Marcelo announces retirement
RIO DE JANEIRO: Former Real Madrid left-back Marcelo announced his retirement from professional football on Thursday after a trophy-laden career. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Forever grateful #M12 — Marcelotwelve (@MarceloM12) February 6, 2025 The pair both scored in the 2014 final victory over Atletico Madrid when Real ended a 12-year wait for their 10th European Cup. 'My brother, what an incredible career! We have lived a lot together, it has been years of achievements, victories and unforgettable moments,' Ronaldo said in a post on Instagram. 'More than a teammate, a partner for life.' Marcelo also won the Copa del Rey twice and the Club World Cup four times during his time with Los Blancos, for whom he made 546 appearances, scoring 38 goals. 'One of the greatest left-backs in Real Madrid and world football history, and we had the privilege of watching him for a long time,' said Real Madrid president Florentino Perez in a statement. 'He is one of our greatest legends and Real Madrid is and always will be his home.' Marcelo was an unused substitute in the 2022 Champions League final when his compatriot Vinicius Junior scored the only goal against Liverpool. 'Thank you for your advice, for your reprimands, for the time spent by your side,' said Vinicius on social media. 'We were victorious on the field and we are friends off it.' Marcelo made 58 appearances for the Brazil national team, playing at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups and winning the 2013 Confederations Cup. He was part of the teams that won a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics and bronze in Beijing in 2008. 'Playing for my country since the youth categories has also been a great honor,' he said. 'In my memory I will always cherish two Olympic medals and a Confederations Cup.' Marcelo started his career with Brazilian club Fluminense before leaving for Real. When he finally left the Santiago Bernabeu he joined Greek club Olympiakos but terminated his contract after just five months to rejoin Fluminense. Marcelo helped his home team win the Copa Libertadores for the first time with victory over Boca Juniors in the 2023 final. He left the club by mutual consent last November and has not played since.
