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Costco vs. Amazon, Microsoft's latest Copilot, and a Zulily conspiracy theory
Jan 20, 2024
Microsoft's latest AI product, Copilot Pro, is compared to other AI assistants. A deep dive into Zulily reveals a conspiracy theory about the motives behind its shutdown. The podcast also examines the differing approaches of Costco and Amazon in customer authentication.
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- Costco is implementing a scanning process at store entrances to prevent unauthorized entry and enhance security by verifying membership cardholders' identity through facial recognition.
- Microsoft's new AI offering, Co-pilot Pro, competes with OpenAI's Chat GPT Plus and other AI tools, leading to increased costs for users who subscribe to multiple AI services and tools.
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Costco's new scanning process to prevent unauthorized entry
Costco is testing a new scanning process at some of its stores to prevent unauthorized entry. Customers are required to scan their membership card at the front entrance, where their picture is verified to ensure it matches the cardholder. The move comes as self-checkout options in Costco stores have made it possible for non-members to use someone else's card for entry. The pilot program, being tested at select locations, aims to enhance security and prevent membership sharing.
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