Synthetic Data

Selected reporting and mythical analysis on synthetic data.

Dec 5, 2025

AI Startup 'Aaru' Valued at $1 Billion for Researching Fake People - Because Real Ones Are Too Complicated

AI startup Aaru hits $1B valuation for researching synthetic populations - because real people are just too unpredictable. A satirical look at Silicon Valley's latest absurd funding frenzy.

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