
Hermes agent maker Nous Research in talks for new funding at $1.5B valuation - TechCrunch
Nous Research is the startup behind the open-source Hermes agent, which allows users to automate tasks and interact with AI agents. The company targets consumers and developers looking for advanced AI tools that can learn and adapt over time. This funding round aims to expand their product offerings and business model further.
Hermes agent maker Nous Research in talks for new funding at $1.5B valuation TechCrunch

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