Nobel laureate David Baker has secured a significant investment of $7 million from the Washington Research Foundation to advance his research on AI-designed proteins at the University of Washington. This funding aims to transform innovative protein designs into practical applications.
In another development, Seattle has decided to pause the expansion of Microsoft Copilot as the newly elected mayor reviews the city’s approach to artificial intelligence following the introduction of a "responsible AI plan" five months earlier.
Meanwhile, the Seattle startup Certiv has launched with $4.2 million in funding, focusing on developing an endpoint security solution for AI agents utilized in workplaces. The company aims to enhance security measures for AI technology.
Additionally, Blue Origin, led by Jeff Bezos, is seeking approval from the FCC for its ambitious Project Sunrise, which envisions adding 51,600 satellites to enhance the data center landscape.