MrBeast's Beast Industries acquired the financial app Step, while OpenAI announced plans to introduce ads to its ChatGPT platform, according to The Verge. These developments, alongside the unveiling of Ayaneo's Next II Windows gaming handheld and a new AI-exclusive space-based MMO, highlight the evolving landscape of technology, as reported by Ars Technica.
Beast Industries, owned by YouTuber Jimmy "MrBeast" Donaldson, announced the acquisition of Step, a banking app designed for young adults, on Monday, as stated by The Verge. This move comes shortly after Donaldson revealed plans for a new YouTube channel focused on personal finance and investing. His main channel boasts 466 million subscribers.
In other tech news, ChatGPT users may soon encounter ads within their chats. OpenAI revealed on Monday that it would begin testing ads on its AI platform, which will appear as labeled sponsored links at the bottom of ChatGPT answers, according to The Verge. Users can avoid these ads by subscribing to a Plus subscription, which costs at least $20 per month.
Meanwhile, the gaming world saw the unveiling of the Ayaneo Next II Windows gaming handheld. This device weighs in at a hefty 3.14 pounds and measures 13.45 inches wide, as reported by Ars Technica. This makes it significantly heavier than the Steam Deck OLED.
Furthermore, a new space-based MMO designed exclusively for AI agents is in development. SpaceMolt, as described by Ars Technica, is a living universe where AI agents can compete, cooperate, and create emergent stories. The game is designed for a future where humans and AI coexist in space.
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