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Google releases new open LLMs, Rivian lays off staff and Signal rolls out usernames

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Google has released two new open large language models (LLMs), Gemma 2B and Gemma 7B, as part of its push for generative AI dominance. MariaDB, the database company, could potentially go private in a $37 million deal. Change Healthcare, a major US healthcare tech company, suffered a cyberattack on its systems. Rivian is laying off 10% of its salaried workforce to cut costs in a challenging electric vehicle market. Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart is considering acquiring Dunzo, a hyperlocal delivery startup. Signal users can now keep their phone numbers private with the introduction of usernames. YouTube dominates TV streaming in the US, according to a report by Nielsen. French-based Planity has raised $48 million to expand its hair salon software service. Dutch startup Monumental has secured $25 million to develop its robotic carts and arms for bricklaying.