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SALTY STORIES OF THE WEEK 🧂

Want some seasoning? Here are the saltiest AI stories in FRY-nance from this week:

• Apple has agreed to a $95 million settlement to resolve claims that its Siri voice assistant inadvertently recorded private conversations, some of which were allegedly overheard by third-party contractors during quality control reviews. If approved by a judge, the settlement will provide up to $20 per device to eligible U.S. users who owned Siri-enabled Apple products between 2014 and 2024 and can attest under oath to unintentional Siri activations during private discussions. (Read More)

• Microsoft plans to invest $80 billion in AI data centers during its 2025 fiscal year, significantly increasing its 2023 capital expenditure of $53 billion. Over half of the investment will focus on U.S. infrastructure, reflecting Microsoft's confidence in the domestic economy. (Read More)

• Anthropic, the creator of Claude, is nearing a $2 billion funding round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, potentially raising its valuation to $60 billion—up from $18 billion last year. (Read More)

THIS WEEK’S DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH 💎

Q: What do you call a potato wearing glasses? 

A: A Spec-Tater! 🥔

This week’s diamond in the rough: AudioEye (AEYE)

How is AudioEye using AI? AudioEye uses AI to make websites more accessible for people with disabilities. Their platform automatically scans, tests, and fixes issues on websites to ensure they comply with accessibility standards, like the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This means that websites can become more usable for people with conditions such as dyslexia, color blindness, or epilepsy without requiring manual adjustments. The AI-powered system runs constantly in the background, making real-time updates to fix issues as they arise. By offering a solution that improves digital access for all, AudioEye is helping companies meet legal requirements and make the internet a more inclusive space.

Want some numbers? AudioEye’s financial outlook is impressive, despite a 34% dip in stock price over the past month. In just the last two months, analysts have increased their earnings estimates for the company by 10.6%, with expected earnings growth of over 100% this year. This projection reflects confidence from the investment community, likely due to the increasing demand for accessibility solutions as businesses face more regulations and pressure to make their online content user-friendly for all.

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FRY-NANCIAL TOOL OF THE WEEK 🔧

Q: Where does Princess Leia go shopping for clothing?

A: The Darth Maul. 🛍️

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How does it work?

1. Describe the product you are looking for.

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3. Click “Buy Now” to go to a site to buy the product.

FRY-AI FANATIC OF THE WEEK 🍟

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