Techmeme Ride Home Fri. 05/16 – Bribing Is The Oldest Form Of Hacking
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May 16, 2025 Epic Games and Apple are still clashing over app store issues. Coinbase faces a major setback after a hack involving bribery. Meta is struggling with the launch of its massive AI model due to internal setbacks. There's buzz around the new Apple CarPlay Ultra making waves in vehicle technology. Additionally, the podcast explores advancements in infrared charging and showcases the rise of A24 in modern cinema, emphasizing its unique approach to storytelling in a transforming industry.
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Coinbase Hack Via Bribery
- Coinbase hackers bribed customer service reps to access sensitive user data since January.
- This method, although low-tech, was highly effective and led to a major breach costing hundreds of millions.
Meta AI Model Delays and Struggles
- Meta struggles to improve its Behemoth AI model's capabilities significantly.
- Internal delays and management dissatisfaction may lead to major changes in Meta's AI team.
Windsurf's AI Models Focus on Engineering
- Windsurf launched its own SWE1 AI models optimized for the entire software engineering process, not just coding.
- It differentiates by handling multiple surfaces and long-running tasks, beyond typical coding-focused AI models.