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Remark raises $16M to build out human-powered expert models for e-commerce

Startups working on AI-powered e-commerce tools often rely on external data or user signals to build and improve their models. But Remark lets thousands of human experts chat with users while they are purchasing items, and then using that knowledge to train models.

TechCrunch · 51w ago
Platforms & tooling

Doji raises $14M to make virtual try-ons fun through AI avatars

For years, big tech companies like Amazon and Google have been trying to make virtual try-ons engaging to encourage consumers to shop more online. Startups also tried to solve for inspiration and fit in fashion using AI. A new startup called Doji is now entering this space with an app designed to m…

TechCrunch · 58w ago

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