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☠️ Humane’s AI Pin is dead as HP buys assets for $116M
🤖 Fiverr launches AI tools for freelancers
🌕 Nokia to launch first 4G network on the moon
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☠️ Humane’s AI Pin is dead as HP buys assets for $116M ↗️LINK
What: HP has acquired most of Humane’s assets for $116 million, leading to the immediate discontinuation of its AI Pin. The $499 wearable device will stop functioning entirely on February 28, 2025, and customers have been advised to back up their data. Humane is also shutting down its customer support.
Why: Despite raising over $230 million, Humane's AI Pin failed due to poor reviews, high return rates, and safety issues with its charging case. The company had initially sought a much higher acquisition price of up to $1 billion.
Impact: HP is absorbing Humane’s engineers and AI tech into a new division, HP IQ, focused on AI-powered products. Humane’s AI operating system may be integrated into HP’s PCs and printers, potentially giving HP an edge in AI-driven computing.
🤖 Fiverr launches AI tools for freelancers ↗️LINK
What: Fiverr has introduced Fiverr Go, an AI-powered toolset allowing freelancers to train AI models on their work for $25/month. A $29/month AI Assistant helps manage client interactions. Access is currently limited to select top-tier freelancers. Fiverr is also launching an equity program to give top performers company shares.
Why: As AI reshapes gig work, Fiverr aims to empower freelancers rather than replace them. The initiative helps freelancers scale their work but also pressures creatives to embrace AI.
Impact: The tools could boost productivity and earnings for some, but concerns remain about AI dependency and job displacement. Fiverr’s equity offer could incentivize loyalty but lacks disclosed details.
🌕 Nokia to launch first 4G network on the moon ↗️LINK
What: Nokia is launching the first 4G cellular network on the moon as part of Intuitive Machines' upcoming lunar mission. The network will facilitate communication between a lander, a rover, and a hopper near the lunar south pole.
Why: NASA's Artemis program plans for a permanent moon base, requiring better communications. Unlike traditional point-to-point radio, 4G will enable faster data transfer and support multiple devices. Nokia's system is built to withstand extreme space conditions.
Impact: A future lunar 4G or 5G network could support astronauts and habitats, but astronomers worry about interference. Nokia received a temporary waiver to use LTE frequencies but must find new bands for permanent deployment.
📋 Google Meet automates meeting follow-ups ↗️LINK
What: Google Meet’s AI-powered note-taking, powered by Gemini, will now automatically generate action items at the end of meetings. The feature assigns tasks, due dates, and primary stakeholders, with summaries shared via Google Docs.
Why: Google aims to streamline workplace productivity by reducing manual note-taking and task delegation. While AI transcription is mostly accurate, occasional errors and privacy concerns remain.
Impact: This could help teams stay organized and improve follow-through on tasks, but some users may be wary of AI misinterpretations or sensitive data being processed. The rollout will be gradual to ensure quality.
💻 Trump tariffs to raise U.S. laptop prices by 10% ↗️LINK
What: Acer CEO Jason Chen says U.S. laptop prices will rise 10% starting March 2025 due to new Trump administration tariffs. The price hike applies to new stock arriving after February, with high-end models like the Acer Predator Triton potentially jumping from $3,799 to $4,178.
Why: The tariffs target Chinese imports, affecting 80% of U.S. laptop shipments. Acer has explored shifting production out of China but hasn’t committed to U.S. manufacturing.
Impact: Consumers could face up to $143 billion in added costs, with prices potentially rising beyond 10% as manufacturers adjust. Other PC makers have yet to comment, but industry-wide price hikes seem likely.
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