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In today’s AI summary rundown:
Court-declared plans confirm OpenAI’s first product with Jony Ive’s team won’t be “an in‑ear device, nor a wearable device.” It will instead be pocket-sized or desk-oriented, with design still not finalized and shipping expected in 2026.
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order following a lawsuit by audio startup iyO, requiring OpenAI to remove all mentions of the “io” brand from public and marketing materials.
Evidence shows OpenAI’s hardware division purchased over 30 audio device sets and engaged with iYO’s in‑ear prototype, requesting demos and even 3D ear‑scan ergonomics data.
Internal emails reveal Sam Altman declined iYO’s proposal to invest, stating, “thanks but I'm working on something competitive,” confirming early awareness of similar tech.
Despite OpenAI removing the brand from its site, multiple sources stress the deal with Jony Ive's io remains intact; only marketing is paused pending legal resolution.
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Insight: Hinge CEO Warns AI-Powered Dating Is “Playing with Fire”
AI as a tool, not a surrogate
Hinge is integrating AI to help users craft better profiles, select photos, refine messages, and pre-screen inappropriate texts, but McLeod stresses it must enhance rather than replace human connection.
Chatbots as emotional “junk food”
McLeod compares AI companions to junk food, warning they pose risks to social wellness: “playing with fire” that could erode real-world relationship-building if left unchecked.
Prioritizing real-life dates
Hinge emphasizes nudging users offline and on actual dates. Future AI-assisted coaching may guide first-date conversations and compatibility check-ins, though not until after 2025.
Monetization shift via in-app payments
Leveraging a legal opening from Epic Games v. Apple, Hinge plans to launch its payment system by late 2025, potentially lowering costs and redirecting revenue to core improvements.
Balanced AI strategy
While Hinge leverages both internal and external (OpenAI) models, McLeod highlights cost-performance trade-offs and suggests a mix of frontier and in-house AI approaches.
AI Training: Tutorial of the Day
🧠 Writing a Business Proposal with AI
🔧 Step-by-Step Guide:
1.Start with an AI Outline Generator
Use tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, or Notion AI to create a tailored outline. Prompt example:
“Create a business proposal outline for a digital marketing agency pitching services to a wellness brand.”
AI will generate key sections like:
Executive Summary
Problem Statement
Proposed Solution
Deliverables & Timeline
Pricing
About Us / Team
Call to Action
2. Draft Section by Section
Ask AI to expand each section based on your offering. Example prompt:
“Write a compelling Executive Summary for a proposal offering SEO and social media marketing to a fitness app startup.”
Make sure to add personalized touches, specific metrics, and case studies.
3. Refine Tone and Language
Use AI tone adjusters (e.g., Grammarly, Writesonic) to:
Make language more persuasive
Ensure clarity and professionalism
Tailor tone (formal, friendly, confident, etc.)
4. Generate Visual Elements
Use Canva Magic Write or Tome AI to design pitch decks or branded proposal templates that match your written content.
5. Final Review with AI Proofreading
Before sending, use AI for:
Grammar/spell-check (Grammarly or LanguageTool)
Plagiarism check (Quillbot or Copyscape)
Readability scoring and simplification, if needed
✅ Bonus Tips:
Always customize AI outputs with client-specific data.
Use past proposal templates to train your AI for better results.
Use AI to simulate client objections and write preemptive answers.
Quirky AI Tools
🔹 Lumen5 – Turn Blogs into Branded Videos Instantly
This tool transforms long-form content into engaging videos using AI. Just paste your blog URL, and Lumen5 will auto-generate scenes, captions, and visuals. Perfect for marketers who hate video editing but love going viral. It’s like your blog got a glow-up and joined TikTok.
Bonus Quirk: Add your brand colors and logo, and boom—instant studio-grade content without hiring a video team.🔸 Spin Rewriter – The Master of Paraphrase Shenanigans
If rewriting feels like deja vu, this tool’s for you. Spin Rewriter uses ENL (Emulated Natural Language) tech to take your content and churn out dozens of unique versions, without sounding like a robot with a thesaurus addiction. Great for SEO hustlers and content syndicators.
Fun Fact: It even detects sentence structure, so it doesn’t mess up complex ideas (or your reputation).🔹 BrandBird – Make Screenshots Look Sexy
BrandBird turns boring screenshots into clean, professional visuals by adding mockup frames, backgrounds, gradients, and shadow effects. Ideal for SaaS founders, product creators, and social media flexers who want their screen captures to slay.
Why it’s quirky: It lets your screenshots wear a tuxedo, instantly social media ready.🔸 Glean – The AI That Finds That One Doc You Forgot You Made
Think of Glean as the Sherlock Holmes of your internal knowledge. It searches across all your work tools, Google Drive, Slack, Notion, etc., to find exactly what you need when your memory fails. It’s like AI with organizational OCD (in a good way).
Extra Win: It even understands context, so you can ask it “that PDF from last week with pricing,” and it just gets it.
Trending AI Startups
Chattermill offers an AI-powered platform that unifies customer feedback from multiple channels, providing businesses with deep insights into customer sentiment and experience. Analyzing unstructured data helps companies understand and improve their customer journey.
Assystant is a software consulting and services company specializing in custom application development, business intelligence, and digital transformation. They provide tailored solutions to enhance business efficiency and drive growth through technology.
Axiom Zen is an innovation studio that builds startups at the intersection of emerging technology and human culture. They specialize in areas like machine learning, augmented and virtual reality, and blockchain, creating products that positively impact consumers.
Haptik is a conversational AI platform that enables businesses to build AI-powered chatbots and assistants. With integrations across various channels and CRM systems, Haptik enhances customer engagement and support through intelligent automation.
AI-Generated Image of the Day
Prompt: A hyper-realistic image of a vibrant food truck parked on a sunny city street. The truck is colorful with artistic decals, open service windows, and a chalkboard menu displaying gourmet street food. Steam rises from the grill inside, and string lights hang around the truck, adding a festive vibe. Emphasize natural lighting, food textures, and the bustling, cheerful atmosphere of urban street food culture. No text in the image.
Tip: the more specific the better
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