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Source: Venture Beat Anthropic’s new AI, Claude 3.5 Sonnet, introduces groundbreaking “Computer Use” capabilities, allowing AI to interact with applications and complete complex tasks, potentially transforming enterprise workflows. Read Full Article
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25693062/plugable2.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "Plugable’s new 10-port USB-C hub is exactly the overkill my nightstand needs")
Source: The Verge Plugable has announced a new multi-port USB-C hub that can power or charge up to 10 connected devices using intelligent power distribution and an easy-to-understand priority-based charging system. The company is bringing its new PS-10CC hub to consumers through a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. The earliest backers can get one for $59, while…
Source: Venture Beat A new report from CyberSeek found that there are only enough workers to fill 83% of available jobs. Read Full Article
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/23951360/STK072_VRG_Illo_N_Barclay_8_netflix.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "Netflix closes AAA game studio before it ever released a game")
Source: The Verge The first cracks are starting to show in Netflix’s push into gaming. First reported in Game File and confirmed by Netflix, the streaming company has quietly closed of one of its studios, the first in the three years since the company began its foray into gaming. Netflix has released a steady stream…
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24995872/Hoto_Electric_Screwdriver_Lifestyle_Press_Image.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "Hoto’s 25-piece electric screwdriver set is down to its lowest price yet")
Source: The Verge ‘Tis the season for assemblies. With the holidays coming up, many will soon have their hands full with a bunch of new decorations and gifts to build. To take some pressure off, you can give Hoto’s electric screwdriver a try. It’s a perennial favorite in our various gift guides, and now you…
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/11960209/acastro_180702_2708_juul_0003.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "The Juul class action settlement is paying people thousands of dollars")
Source: The Verge Payouts from Juul’s $300 million class action settlement are finally getting distributed — and some people are getting a lot more money than they expected. Judging by the comments on some of these posts, it appears people who submitted receipts for their Juul pods or pens may have gotten bigger payouts, and…
Source: Venture Beat Work management platform Asana said multiple AI agents on a workflow system gets rid of “busy work.” Read Full Article
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25693074/1744189986.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "Cruise lost 5 million this quarter, even with its robotaxis on hiatus")
Source: The Verge Even with most of its autonomous vehicle fleet on ice, Cruise is still bleeding cash. The robotaxi company that is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors lost $435 million in the third quarter of 2024, GM reported this morning. That’s an improvement from the $791 million lost in the third quarter…
Source: Venture Beat Appen’s 2024 State of AI report reveals surging generative AI adoption, but companies face growing challenges with data quality, bottlenecks, and declining ROI in AI deployments. Read Full Article
/cdn.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25693122/Headset_accessory_hero__7d44544853d6eb9628e6.jpg?w=600&resize=600,400&ssl=1 "Microsoft’s refreshed Xbox Wireless Headset has a better mic and more battery life")
Source: The Verge Microsoft is refreshing its Xbox Wireless Headset today, adding an upgraded microphone and improving the battery life. The refreshed headset will also support Dolby Atmos at no extra cost and Bluetooth 5.3. This updated model has similar rotating ear cup dials to the original, letting you adjust volume and game / audio…
