MrBeast's Beast Industries acquired Step, a banking app targeting Gen-Z and Gen Alpha, while Waymo is expanding its driverless robotaxi service to Nashville, and Discord is implementing age verification measures, according to recent reports. These developments come as studies suggest potential burnout risks associated with AI integration in the workplace and Nothing explores the development of AI-generated apps.
Beast Industries, owned by YouTuber Jimmy "MrBeast" Donaldson, announced the acquisition of Step, a finance app designed for teens and young adults, on Monday, according to The Verge. This move follows Donaldson's plans to launch a new YouTube channel focused on personal finance and investing. His main channel boasts 466 million subscribers.
Waymo has removed human safety drivers from its autonomous test vehicles in Nashville, signaling its move toward launching a robotaxi service in the city this year in partnership with Lyft, as reported by TechCrunch. Riders will initially hail rides through the Waymo app, with the service expanding to the Lyft app later. Lyft will handle fleet services, including vehicle maintenance and charging infrastructure. Waymo already operates commercial services in Atlanta, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, and San Francisco.
Discord is implementing an age verification mandate, forcing some users to either prove their age or use the platform with restricted features, The Verge reported. This move represents a stronger clampdown on age restrictions, as social media platforms have been gradually approaching age verification.
Meanwhile, a study published in Harvard Business Review suggests that companies integrating AI may face burnout risks, according to TechCrunch. The study's findings contradict the narrative that AI will save workers from their jobs, instead highlighting the potential for increased workloads.
Nothing is exploring the development of AI-generated apps, but the smartphone maker has a long way to go, according to The Verge. One reporter found that while "vibe coding" apps using Nothing's Essential Apps Builder was fun, making them useful was challenging.
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