Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 03/10 – Is Manus “DeepSeek” 2.0?
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Mar 10, 2025 The buzz around Manus, an advanced AI agent, ignites heated discussions about its implications and security issues. Major tech players are scrambling to join the stablecoin race, hinting at a financial revolution. Meanwhile, a major acquisition by ServiceNow aims to bolster AI capabilities. Apple faces challenges as product launches are delayed, raising questions about its AI strategy and future innovations. The rapid evolution of technology continues to shape industry dynamics and consumer expectations.
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Manus: Breakthrough or Hype?
- Manus, an autonomous AI agent from China, has sparked excitement and debate.
- Some hail it as a breakthrough, while others point out flaws and question the hype.
Manus Fails Food Test
- Brian McCullough tested Manus with a simple task: ordering a fried chicken sandwich.
- The AI crashed on the first attempt and failed to complete the order on the second.
ESP32 Chip Vulnerability
- Researchers discovered undocumented backdoor commands in the ESP32 microchip.
- This poses a significant risk, as the chip is used in over a billion devices.