Cristian Bodnar and Jayesh Gupta, former Microsoft employees, have launched Silurian, a startup that uses AI to improve weather forecasting. Their Generative Forecasting Transformer (GFT) model outperforms traditional forecasts from NOAA and ECMWF. Silurian aims for more accurate, energy-efficient predictions and plans to enhance transparency in performance evaluations. With partnerships in various sectors, the startup also intends to develop tools for air quality forecasting and support renewable energy efforts.