There's a space for AI characters like with Glambase influencers but I don't understand what Meta's trying to achieve with theirs at all. They are literally competing with real creators - people that real people actually want to engage with
Hey Olly, yes - definitely a bold decision which risks introducing a bunch of AI slop. I am intrigued to see where this goes, though. Some users may even prefer to engage with AI profiles over humans 😬. And for Meta, if they're positioning themselves as an AI-first leader, banning AI users may have worked against that perception. I imagine they'll re-evaluate after a few months once they've learned more about the impact of it.
Really a lot of interesting stuff! Meta's integration of AI across the platforms, especially in the more everyday uses of Instagram users, could really impact how people think about this type of technology (if the "AI" element is highlighted).
Also, I found the partnership between Instacart and Samsung intriguing. Together with General Electrics I imagine it will be one of the first products that will act en masse on people's grocery purchases, and how it will affect or people will integrate it into such a daily and repetitive activity is certainly something to keep an eye on. Thanks for sharing this curated and great selection.
Thanks Riccardo. The home connectivity space is definitely something I'm keeping an eye on this year. Google just released a new Home API and the Matter standard rolls out across all devices which should potentially drive further adoption.
Great roundup, Rich—really enjoyed this! Excited to see the dark patterns mini-game featured—had a blast building it and hope readers find it fun and helpful!
There's a space for AI characters like with Glambase influencers but I don't understand what Meta's trying to achieve with theirs at all. They are literally competing with real creators - people that real people actually want to engage with
Hey Olly, yes - definitely a bold decision which risks introducing a bunch of AI slop. I am intrigued to see where this goes, though. Some users may even prefer to engage with AI profiles over humans 😬. And for Meta, if they're positioning themselves as an AI-first leader, banning AI users may have worked against that perception. I imagine they'll re-evaluate after a few months once they've learned more about the impact of it.
Really a lot of interesting stuff! Meta's integration of AI across the platforms, especially in the more everyday uses of Instagram users, could really impact how people think about this type of technology (if the "AI" element is highlighted).
Also, I found the partnership between Instacart and Samsung intriguing. Together with General Electrics I imagine it will be one of the first products that will act en masse on people's grocery purchases, and how it will affect or people will integrate it into such a daily and repetitive activity is certainly something to keep an eye on. Thanks for sharing this curated and great selection.
Thanks Riccardo. The home connectivity space is definitely something I'm keeping an eye on this year. Google just released a new Home API and the Matter standard rolls out across all devices which should potentially drive further adoption.
Great roundup, Rich—really enjoyed this! Excited to see the dark patterns mini-game featured—had a blast building it and hope readers find it fun and helpful!
Thanks Rohan!