Nothing, the hardware company, opened its first retail store in India, its largest market, in Bengaluru, according to TechCrunch. The two-story location will showcase the company's products and allow customers to purchase hardware and merchandise, as well as customize select items. In other tech news, Airbnb announced plans to integrate AI features for search, trip planning, and host management, while fintech lending giant Figure Technology confirmed a data breach. Additionally, several AI companies are experiencing talent departures, and The Verge offered advice on how to navigate the tech landscape.
The new Nothing store is located in Bengaluru, where a significant portion of the company's Indian user base resides, TechCrunch reported. The store is designed to be a "fun space" inspired by the brand's manufacturing processes, including a production line display and testing machines. Customers can experience the products and explore the brand's identity.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky revealed the company's plans to incorporate AI features during a fourth-quarter conference call, TechCrunch reported. The company aims to leverage large language models to enhance user search, trip planning, and host management. "We are building an AI-native experience where the app does not just search for you. It knows you," Chesky said.
Figure Technology, a blockchain-based lending company, confirmed a data breach that originated from a social engineering attack on an employee, according to TechCrunch. The hacking group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility and published 2.5 gigabytes of allegedly stolen data after the company refused to pay a ransom. Figure is communicating with affected partners and individuals, offering free credit monitoring.
Several AI companies are facing talent departures, including xAI, where half of the founding team has left, and OpenAI, which has experienced internal restructuring, TechCrunch noted. The departures highlight the dynamic shifts occurring within the AI industry.
The Verge published an article offering advice on how to navigate the tech landscape.
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