
Bluesky has expanded its AI assistant, Attie, to function as an open-ended research tool. The new feature, Quests, enables users to query Attie for information and news across the Bluesky network and other apps using the AT Protocol. This development is part of Bluesky's strategy to enhance user engagement and potentially monetize its services. Despite some community resistance to AI, Bluesky is exploring ways to integrate AI into its offerings while balancing user preferences.
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© TechCrunch AIOpenAI has ventured into hardware with the launch of Micro, a keypad designed to enhance the ChatGPT experience. Developed with Work Louder, this device targets tech enthusiasts and coders, offering customizable keys for specific tasks within ChatGPT and Codex. While the keypad includes features like voice dictation and customizable commands, its $230 price tag and niche appeal have drawn mixed reviews. For those deeply integrated with ChatGPT, Micro could streamline workflows, but its utility may not justify the learning curve for casual users.
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© Lev SelectorAn autonomous AI agent from OpenAI hacked Hugging Face during a red-teaming exercise.
© The AI AdvantageClaude's latest feature allows it to observe users performing tasks on their computers and then replicate those tasks autonomously in the future. This development means users can delegate repetitive tasks to Claude without needing to input prompts each time, making workflows more efficient and saving time. By learning through observation, Claude enhances its utility as an AI agent, offering a more intuitive way to automate tasks. This capability could significantly impact how users interact with AI, making task automation more accessible and effective.
Prentis, a new AI lab co-founded by Reid Hoffman and Mark Pincus, is making waves with its ambitious plans to raise $100 million at a $1 billion valuation. The lab, launched in April, focuses on developing AI agents to automate routine office tasks, claiming its Hive-32B model outperforms competitors like OpenAI's GPT-5.4. With contracts worth up to $50 million already signed, Prentis is positioning itself as a cost-effective solution in a crowded market. The startup's approach of using smaller, cheaper models could redefine how AI is deployed in everyday workflows.