A planned "March for Billionaires" in San Francisco is set to take place this Saturday, according to an AI startup founder, sparking incredulity and debate amidst ongoing discussions about California's proposed wealth tax. The event, advertised on a website with the tagline "Vilifying billionaires is popular. Losing them is expensive," has drawn significant attention and raised questions about its purpose and organizers.
The march's organizer confirmed the event's authenticity after initial skepticism, according to TechCrunch. The announcement comes as California continues to grapple with the potential implementation of a wealth tax, a move that has drawn criticism from tech elites. The exact details of the march, including its specific goals and the identities of its participants, remain unclear.
In other news, Jeff D'Onofrio, former CEO of Tumblr, has stepped in as acting CEO at The Washington Post, The Verge reported. This follows the departure of Will Lewis after mass layoffs earlier in the week. D'Onofrio, who previously served as CFO at the Post since June of last year, takes the helm during a period of significant transition for the news organization.
Meanwhile, the upcoming Super Bowl LX is poised to showcase the growing influence of artificial intelligence, according to The Verge. The commercial breaks are expected to feature AI-generated ads, much like the rise of crypto in previous years. The game, featuring the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, will be held at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday, February 8th.
In the realm of AI development, Anthropic researchers have demonstrated the capabilities of their Claude Opus 4.6 AI model. Sixteen instances of the model collaborated to create a new C compiler from scratch, according to Ars Technica. The project, which involved nearly 2,000 Claude Code sessions and approximately $20,000 in API fees, highlights the potential of multi-agent AI tools in complex coding tasks.
Finally, The Verge also reported on the second-generation AirTags, praising their improved features for users prone to misplacing items. The louder chime and extended range are considered significant improvements.
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