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AI News 9/26/23: Helsing and SEMRush Writing Assistant

In today’s episode, we bring you two groundbreaking AI stories. First, we dive into the world of Helsing, the “Defense AI” startup, as it secures a remarkable $223 million in a Series B funding round. Backed by industry giants like Spotify founder Daniel Ek and Saab, Helsing is poised to redefine national security with its cutting-edge AI platform. Learn how this funding catapults Helsing to unicorn status and its mission to bolster defense.

Story 2 introduces you to the SEO Writing Assistant, the ultimate secret weapon for content creators. Discover how this smart writing editor from SEMRush can revolutionize your content creation process. Explore its SEO-friendly features, readability enhancements, tone of voice consistency, plagiarism checks, and powerful add-ons. Leave your competitors in the dust with this indispensable tool.

Plus, we shine a spotlight on Ian Hogarth, chair of the UK’s Frontier AI Taskforce, recognized as one of Time’s 100 most influential people in AI. Follow Hogarth’s journey from AI investor to leading the UK’s £100 million AI safety initiative. Learn how the Frontier AI Taskforce is addressing near-term AI dangers, attracting top talent, and promoting responsible AI development.