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TechCrunch
7 days ago
- Business
- TechCrunch
Top 30 startups announced for VivaTech 2025 Innovation of the Year Award
The Innovation of the Year Award celebrates the boldest and most visionary startups exhibiting at VivaTech 2025. Open to all exhibiting companies, the award honors those pushing boundaries and redefining industries. Startups were scored on Innovation & Creativity, Market Disruption, and Scalability. From hundreds of applicants, 30 made the short list. The top five will pitch live at VivaTech on June 11, and the winner will be revealed at the VivaTech Global Awards Ceremony on June 12. The prize? A pitch slot at the ceremony, a free Startup Corner at VivaTech 2026, and a coveted spot in the TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200. This award recognizes not just great ideas, but also the teams turning bold visions into game-changing realities. This year's applicants blew us away. From turning glasses into self-driving guide dogs, to building photonic chips that could redefine computing, to converting mining waste into carbon sinks — this short list is full of breakthrough thinking with real-world stakes. We saw microrobot swarms for space exploration, AI that reads your mind to control devices, and bioelectronic implants fighting brain cancer. These startups are pushing science, design, and engineering to new heights, especially in areas like sustainability, human-machine interfaces, advanced diagnostics, and accessible healthcare. What stood out most was the boldness. These teams aren't just solving problems — they're building the future from the ground up. Choosing five finalists — let alone one winner — will be incredibly tough. Every startup in this top 30 has already earned serious bragging rights. Here are the VivaTech 2025 Innovation of the Year Award top 30 startups, as chosen by VivaTech in partnership with TechCrunch: Chipiron: France, health Virtuosis AI: Switzerland, information technologies Enerdrape SA: Switzerland, energy snap DISCOVERY: Germany, deep tech, BCI NunoX Technologies: Taiwan, software development/cloud services Phigi: France, industry Noxon: Germany, health .lumen: Romania, mobility/transportation HUA TEC International: Taiwan, health Video Analytics for Safety: Singapore, information technologies Geolinks Services: France, energy Moonlite Labs: Canada, media/entertainment/culture Stellaria: France, energy Mendo: France, software development/cloud services NeuralTeks: France, health Vita325: Ukraine, health Blue Skies Minerals GmbH: Canada, industry Anivance AI: Taiwan, health La Touche Musicale: France, media/entertainment/culture InSimili: Italy, health Nellow: France, information technologies Oncoelectronics: France, health Zeeh Africa: Nigeria, banking/finance/insurance/legal LumiSync: France, telecom/connectivity Onkos Molecular Diagnostics: Spain, health Wisp Solutions: France, mobility/transportation Werover: United Kingdom, energy BeyondMath: United Kingdom, information technologies Kumulus: France, industry FireTracking: New Caledonia, software development/cloud services If you're planning to be in Paris July 11-12, make sure to reserve your VivaTech pass today!
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
AI models may hallucinate less than humans in factual tasks, says Anthropic CEO: Report
At two prominent tech events, VivaTech 2025 in Paris and Anthropic's Code With Claude developer day, Anthropic chief executive officer Dario Amodei made a provocative claim: artificial intelligence models may now hallucinate less frequently than humans in well-defined factual scenarios. Speaking at both events, Amodei said recent internal tests showed that the company's latest Claude 3.5 model had outperformed humans on structured factual quizzes. This challenges a long-held criticism of generative AI, which is that models often 'hallucinate' or generate incorrect information with undue confidence. 'If you define hallucination as confidently saying something that's wrong, humans do that a lot,' Amodei said at VivaTech. He added that Claude models had consistently provided more accurate answers than human participants in verifiable question formats. At Code With Claude, where the company also launched its new Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 models, Amodei reiterated his view. According to a TechCrunch report, he told attendees, 'It really depends on how you measure it, but I suspect that AI models probably hallucinate less than humans, but they hallucinate in more surprising ways.' The new Claude 4 series represents a step forward in Anthropic's pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI). The company said the upgrades include improved long-term memory, better code generation, enhanced tool use, and stronger writing capabilities. Claude Sonnet 4 achieved a 72.7% score on the SWE-Bench benchmark, which evaluates AI coding agents on their ability to solve real-world software engineering problems, setting a new performance record for AI systems in this domain. Despite these gains, Amodei acknowledged that hallucinations have not been eliminated. He highlighted the importance of prompt phrasing and use-case design, especially in high-risk domains such as legal or healthcare applications. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories The remarks follow a recent courtroom episode in which Anthropic's Claude chatbot generated a false citation in a legal filing involving music publishers. The company's legal team later issued an apology, reinforcing the need for improved accuracy in sensitive settings. Amodei also called for the development of standardised metrics across the industry to evaluate hallucination rates. 'You can't fix what you don't measure precisely,' he said.
Mint
26-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Anthropic CEO: AI could be more factually reliable than people in structured tasks
Artificial intelligence may now surpass humans in factual accuracy—at least in certain structured scenarios—according to Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei. Speaking at two major tech events this month, VivaTech 2025 in Paris and the inauguralCode With Claude developer day, Amodei asserted that modern AI models, including the newly launched Claude 4 series, may hallucinate less often than people when answering well-defined factual questions, reported Business Today. Hallucination, in the context of AI, refers to the tendency of models to confidently produce inaccurate or fabricated information, the report added. This longstanding flaw has raised concerns in fields such as journalism, medicine, and law. However, Amodei's remarks suggest that the tables may be turning—at least in controlled conditions. 'If you define hallucination as confidently stating something incorrect, humans actually do that quite frequently,' Amodei said during his keynote at VivaTech. He cited internal testing which showed Claude 3.5 outperforming human participants on structured factual quizzes. The results, he claimed, demonstrate a notable shift in reliability when it comes to straightforward question-answer tasks. Reportedly, at the developer-focusedCode With Claude event, where Anthropic introduced the Claude Opus 4 and Claude Sonnet 4 models, Amodei reiterated his stance. 'It really depends on how you measure it,' he noted. 'But I suspect that AI models probably hallucinate less than humans, though when they do, the mistakes are often more surprising.' The newly unveiled Claude 4 models reflect Anthropic's latest advances in the pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI), boasting improved capabilities in long-term memory, coding, writing, and tool integration. Of particular note, Claude Sonnet 4 achieved a 72.7 per cent score on the SWE-Bench software engineering benchmark, surpassing previous models and setting a new industry standard. However, Amodei was quick to acknowledge that hallucinations have not been eradicated. In unstructured or open-ended conversations, even state-of-the-art models remain vulnerable to error. The CEO stressed that context, prompt design, and domain-specific application heavily influence a model's accuracy, particularly in high-stakes settings like legal filings or healthcare. His remarks follow a recent legal incident involving Anthropic's chatbot, where the AI cited a non-existent case during a lawsuit filed by music publishers. The error led to an apology from the company's legal team, reinforcing the ongoing challenge of ensuring factual consistency in real-world use. Amodei also reportedly highlighted the lack of clear, industry-wide metrics for hallucination. 'You can't fix what you don't measure precisely,' he cautioned, calling for standardised definitions and evaluation frameworks to track and mitigate AI errors.
Al Etihad
26-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
G42, VivaTech alliance to power Europe's responsible AI innovation future
PARIS (WAM) G42 on Monday announced its participation to Viva Technology, Europe's biggest tech and startup event, as its Exclusive AI Champion Partner for the 2025 and 2026 editions of the event. The collaboration was formalised through a Memorandum of Understanding signed by the President of VivaTech and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Publicis Groupe, Maurice Lévy, and the Group CEO of G42, Peng Xiao, at the Palace of Versailles during the Choose France Summit. This signing symbolises a new chapter of cross-continental cooperation uniting the ambition of France and the UAE to responsibly shape the global AI agenda. The partnership will emphasise key themes such as AI at scale, sovereign technologies, and trusted innovation ecosystems, underscoring G42's long-term commitment to building The Intelligence Grid, a globally interconnected ecosystem of infrastructure, platforms, and governance models that power responsible, sovereign, and inclusive AI. 'We are excited to partner with VivaTech at this historic inflection point,' said Peng Xiao, Group CEO of G42. 'Our shared mission is to unlock AI's transformative potential for innovation and competitiveness, and more importantly for equity, safety, and sustainability. From Paris to Abu Dhabi, this collaboration sends a clear signal: the future of AI must be built on trust, and it must serve all.' 'We are delighted to welcome G42 as our Exclusive AI Champion Partner for 2025 and 2026,' said Maurice Lévy, President of VivaTech and Emeritus Chairman of Publicis Groupe. 'Their vision and leadership in artificial intelligence align perfectly with VivaTech's mission to showcase the technologies and partnerships shaping the future. Together, we will build new bridges between Europe and the Middle East and spark vital conversations on innovation and impact.' This collaboration will include joint innovation showcases, high-level policy discussions, and startup-led initiatives focused on building a future based on trust, security, and sustainability. VivaTech 2025 will take place from 11th to 14th June in Paris, marking the ninth edition of the event.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Perfect Corp. Unveils AI That Connects the Entire Beauty & Fashion Journey at VivaTech 2025
Advancing personalized retail journeys in beauty, skincare, and fashion with industry-leading AI and AR innovation NEW YORK, May 22, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Perfect Corp. (NYSE: PERF), a global leader in AI and AR beauty and fashion technology, will present its full suite of AI-powered solutions at VivaTech 2025. The company will demonstrate how its advanced AI technologies help brands elevate the retail experience and deliver personalized consumer journeys across beauty, skincare, fashion accessories, and apparel. By connecting every touchpoint of the beauty and fashion journey, Perfect Corp.'s precision AI drives seamless and engaging brand-to-consumer interactions. Visitors can experience Perfect Corp.'s innovations at Booth E55, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, from June 11 to 14, 2025. Perfect Corp. will debut a range of new innovations around beauty and skincare. Advanced HD Skin Analysis and Makeup Consultation by Virtual AI Agent Perfect Corp.'s Virtual AI Agent is transforming beauty and skincare consultations, integrating advanced AI solutions to deliver highly personalized experiences. The company's cutting-edge AI technologies provide comprehensive skin type, skin concern, skin shade, and facial shape assessments, along with virtual makeup try-on, whether through full makeup transfer or a step-by-step mix-and-match application, creating an engaging and tailored beauty journey. HD Skin Analysis with 3D Face Support: Delivering Precision for Optimal Skin Health This upgraded solution takes skin analysis to the next level, addressing the challenge of inaccurate or incomplete skin assessments. By incorporating HD analysis, regional zoom-in analysis, and advanced 3D face 180-degree skin analysis, it enables brands and skincare professionals to achieve more precise assessments from multiple angles. This in-depth capability allows for hyper-personalized treatment recommendations, addressing specific concerns with greater accuracy. This technology provides a more complete understanding of the skin's condition, leading to more effective product matching and treatment plans. Fitzpatrick Skin Analysis: Tailoring Skincare for Diverse Needs This tool offers scientific-grade skin tone and sensitivity assessments. By leveraging the Fitzpatrick scale, it provides highly accurate skincare recommendations based on individual melanin levels and UV sensitivity. This ensures that all users receive advice and product suggestions that are specifically tailored to their unique skin characteristics, minimizing the risk of adverse reactions and maximizing the effectiveness of skincare routines. Perfect Beauty Agent: Your 24/7 Personalized Beauty Advisor This interactive AI consultant acts as a personal beauty advisor. By instantly analyzing facial attributes and skin conditions from a single selfie, it delivers personalized beauty advice, product suggestions, and interactive tutorials. This technology empowers consumers to make informed decisions about their beauty routines, offering expert-level guidance at their fingertips, anytime, anywhere. Virtual Fitting Room: AI Clothing Try-On and AI Fabric Changer Powered by Gen AI At VivaTech 2025, Perfect Corp. will demonstrate its latest generative AI solution that transforms fashion discovery. Users can upload a single photo to try on different outfits, fabrics, and styles with hyper-realistic accuracy—no physical samples or 3D models required. The system intelligently adapts to all body types and renders fabric textures with stunning realism, from silk to denim to velvet. With the YouCam Online Editor API, brands can easily integrate this virtual try-on experience into their websites and apps, enabling scalable personalization that drives higher engagement and purchase confidence. Try Before You Buy: 3D Virtual Try-On for Jewelry, Watches, Shoes and Fashion Accessories Perfect Corp. will also spotlight its most complete virtual try-on experience for fashion accessories, offering full coverage from head to toe. With industry-leading AI and AR technology, visitors can seamlessly explore and interact with categories including eyewear, watches, jewelry, bags, and shoes. With the addition of Wanna, Perfect Corp. now offers virtual try-ons for a wide range of shoe types—including sneakers, heels, and Loafers—with realistic, foot-accurate results that help shoppers find the perfect fit and style. To enhance product interaction, Perfect Corp. provides high-fidelity 3D viewers for jewelry, watches, and bags, enabling users to rotate and examine each item in detail. The 3D Viewer for Bags, featuring technology from Wanna, allows users to rotate, zoom, and explore handbag details in high fidelity. A new Bag Capacity Widget further enhances the experience by helping users visualize interior space and storage. WANNA's "Bag Capacity Widget" 3D Viewer: Unveiling the Details that Matter Premiering at VivaTech, this innovative feature from WANNA, a Perfect Corp. company, allows shoppers to virtually explore handbag interiors and compartments, addressing a key pain point in online bag shopping: the inability to properly assess size and functionality. Users can assess storage capacity and interact with bag interiors, replicating the in-store shopping experience for e-commerce. This level of detail provides consumers with a more complete understanding of a product's features, enhancing their online shopping experience. Setting the Standard for AI-Powered Digital Commerce With AI and AR driving the future of beauty, skincare, and fashion retail, Perfect Corp. is at the forefront of transforming the shopping experience with intelligent, personalized, and immersive solutions. By integrating AI-powered virtual try-ons, real-time skin diagnostics, and next-gen 3D visualization, the company is enabling brands to create seamless, high-impact consumer experiences. Join Perfect Corp. at VivaTech 2025, Booth E55, from June 11 to 14 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, and experience the future of AI-powered shopping. Learn more at Perfect Corp.'s website: About Perfect Corp. Founded in 2015, Perfect Corp. (NYSE: PERF) is on a mission to make beauty smarter, more personalized, and more fun through Beautiful AI. As a global leader in AI and AR-powered beauty and fashion technology, we help brands and consumers connect through immersive, interactive digital experiences. With cutting-edge AI solutions, Perfect Corp. powers iconic virtual try-ons across makeup, hairstyles, eyewear, jewelry, watches, and fashion accessories, along with advanced AI-driven analyzers for skin and hair that provide real-time insights for personalized recommendations. Our generative AI tools take creativity to the next level, offering photo and video editing, AI content generation, and personalized beauty experiences. Trusted by over 705 global brands and 1.1 billion YouCam app installs, we make beauty, fashion, and skincare more accessible, engaging, and intuitive than ever before. 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