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What if your next DM isn’t from a person, but something pretending to be one?
It remembers what you said, follows up like a friend, and honestly gets you way more than anything should?
Well… that’s exactly what’s heading our way.
Here's what we have for you today
🤖 Meta’s Making Chatbots That Act Like Your Best Friend
Imagine you texting your friend, and out of nowhere, an AI slides into your DMs asking about your favorite movie soundtrack?
Yeah. That’s not a glitch. That’s Meta’s next move.
Turns out Meta is quietly training a new kind of AI, one that can text you first, remember your past convos, and even follow up like it’s your overly eager film-bro friend.
According to leaked documents, Meta’s working with a company called Alignerr to train these bots to start and continue conversations with users directly.
They’re being built inside Meta’s AI Studio, where users can create their own custom AI personalities, and choose whether to keep them private or flex them across DMs, stories, or even their public profile pages.
Here’s the deal:
Message the bot 5 times in 14 days, and it earns the right to slide back into your DMs.
Ignore it after that, and it won’t double-text you. So no clingy bot vibes (for now).
But hey, It’s pretty obvious that this is Meta’s take on the “AI companion” trend — kind of like Character.AI or Replika, where bots act like your digital buddy, therapist, or borderline-crush.
And fun fact? Character.AI’s new CEO used to be a top exec at Meta. So yeah... this AI crossover episode doesn’t feel like a coincidence.
But here’s the thing: With all this digital bonding, comes real-world risk.
Character.AI is currently being sued after one of its bots was allegedly involved in the tragic death of a teenager. So of course, the big question is: What’s Meta putting in place to avoid something like that?
Their answer? A wall of disclaimers.
Meta makes it very clear: these bots aren’t your therapist, lawyer, doctor, or life coach — and they’re definitely not meant for anything serious.
In short? They’re coming for vibes, not life advice.
And then there’s the age question.
Meta hasn’t exactly been transparent about age restrictions — though states like Tennessee and Puerto Rico have already stepped in with limits for teens. But that kind of silence on Meta’s part? It doesn’t look great.
So yeah, the rules are still blurry — but the ambition? Crystal clear. Because behind all the friendly “just checking in!” messages and film recs... is a multi-billion dollar game plan.
Leaked court documents show that Meta’s generative AI strategy is a massive revenue play. We’re talking:
$2 to $3 billion in AI revenue by 2025
And a mind-melting $1.4 trillion by 2035. Most of which is expected to come from partnerships built around its open-source Llama models — plus plans to add ads, sponsored replies, and even subscriptions into the mix.
So while Zuck is out here saying it’s about “fighting the loneliness epidemic,” the receipts tell a different story, because let’s be honest: That AI asking about your favorite movie today? Could be pushing branded content tomorrow.
Here’s the full report.
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🦾 Gems Are Now Working Overtime Inside Google Workspace
Y’all know those smart little AI assistants called Gems in the Gemini app? The ones you can customize to write brand copy, prep for exams, or even help with sales pitches?
Well guess what? They’ve officially moved into Google Workspace.
That means you no longer need to open the full Gemini app to access your custom AI bots. Just open Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides, or Drive — and boom — your Gems are right there in the side panel, ready to get to work.
Why this matters:
No more app-switching — you can now use your custom Gems (or Google’s pre-made ones) without ever leaving your doc or email.
These Gems are like AI interns… only faster, always on-brand, and never asking for coffee breaks.
You can even upload your own files into a Gem, so it’s not just guessing — it’s working with real context. (And yep, @-mentions and file access still work like a charm.)
And here's what these Gems can actually do:
Write content that sounds like you (or your brand)
Handle sales convos with details on specific clients, companies, or industries
Summarize, brainstorm, write, and tweak pretty much anything
Stress-test your message from different angles—like a C-suite exec or dream customer
Heads-up: You can’t build a brand-new Gem directly inside Docs or Gmail just yet.
But to create one, head to 👉 gemini.google.com/gems/create or tap the “Create a new Gem” in the Workspace side panel.
As for the rollout status: This update started rolling out on July 2nd, but Google says it may take more than 15 days to hit everyone’s Workspace. So if it’s not live for you yet… just hang tight — it’s coming.
Find more details here.
🧱 Around The AI Block
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🧑🔬 Arlington County using AI to help handle non-emergency 911 calls over holiday weekend.
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🤖 ChatGPT Prompt Of The Day: Design-First Website Creation
Need a website that looks as good as it functions—without getting stuck in code soup? This prompt turns your project idea into a sleek, responsive website layout, complete with clean HTML/CSS and pro-level design guidance.
Whether you’re launching a landing page, portfolio, or promo site, this prompt focuses on clean visuals, smart layout, and mobile-first design that’s built to impress.
Perfect for designers, entrepreneurs, and developers who care about aesthetics as much as usability.
Here’s How to Use This Prompt Effectively:
Be Descriptive: Share your project idea with as much context as possible—what it’s for, who it’s for, and what feel or vibe you want.
Mention Preferences: Colors, fonts, layout styles (minimal, bold, fun, corporate, etc.)—add them to steer the aesthetic, and if have none then ask ChatGPT for ideas.
Clarify Goals: Is it a landing page? Portfolio? Product showcase? Let the prompt know.
Request Sections: Want a testimonial block, pricing table, or hero image? Say so.
Test on Devices: The output is mobile-friendly, but always test live for best results.
Here’s the prompt:
Act as a UI/UX web designer and frontend developer. Based on the following project idea — [Insert project idea] — create a visually striking, responsive website. Please include:
--A clear layout sketch described in plain text, outlining the site’s structure (e.g., header, hero section, content blocks, CTA areas, footer, etc.)
--Clean, semantic HTML/CSS code to bring the layout to life
--Inline comments explaining the purpose and design logic behind layout elements, styling choices, and responsiveness
--A mobile-friendly, accessible layout that works well on various screen sizes and includes basic accessibility best practices (e.g., alt text, contrast)
--A modern, engaging visual design with a strong focus on UI aesthetics and user flow
Avoid backend logic or JavaScript functionality—focus purely on design and front-end layout
Optional: Use a specific color palette, font style, or design inspiration if provided. Make it shine visually and function seamlessly.Here’s a sneak peek:
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