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Duolingo Launches New AI Features and E-Piano Device
- Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert
- Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor
In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!
- Duolingo launches two new AI features: AI Calls and Adventures
- The new e-piano is available for pre-order at $249
- More details will be provided during the Duocon 2024
The language learning platform Duolingo announced today through a press release two new AI features and launched a new e-piano device. The new AI-powered features, Adventures, and Video Call, will allow users to enhance their learning journeys with gamification and more personalized experiences.
“Our mission is to develop the best education in the world and make it universally available. We believe the best way to do that is by continuously pushing the boundaries of technology,” said Luis von Ahn, co-founder and CEO of Duolingo. “With new AI-powered features like Video Call and Adventures, we’re creating new, immersive ways to practice languages and build confidence. These innovations are just the beginning of how we’re leveraging technology to serve our global community of learners better.”
Adventures will feature Duolingo characters Lily and Oscar going through learning adventures in a new world with storylines and dynamic settings in realistic scenarios where users will have to use their language skills to ask for coffee or get their passports checked. This feature will be available for iOS and Android Devices.
Members of the Duolingo Max subscription learning French, Spanish, or English will be able to improve their learning skills through the new AI feature Video Call, available for all levels. Video Call helps learners face real-world situations by talking to Lily on the phone.
Duolingo has also partnered with the music instrument manufacturer Loog, and Sony Music to create a portable piano to help users learn to play their favorite songs through the Duolingo Music course. The new e-piano costs $249 and will be available for sale through Duolingo’s website soon—preorders are already available.
More details of the new services and products will be provided later today during the Duocon 2024, duolingo’s annual virtual conference.
Other tech companies like D-ID have also launched new AI products, such as its latest AI video translation tool , to help users communicate in multiple languages.
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OpenAI’s Official X Account Hacked in Cryptocurrency Scam
- Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer
- Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor
In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!
- OpenAI’s official X account was hacked to promote a fake token.
- The scam involved a non-existent cryptocurrency called “$OPENAI.”
- Scammers linked to a spoofed website asking for digital wallets.
On Monday evening, the official OpenAI account on X was hacked, allowing scammers to promote a fake cryptocurrency, as first reported by The Verge .
This incident is similar to previous scams that targeted OpenAI leaders in recent months, raising concerns about security for major tech companies, as noted by TechCrunch .
Late Monday afternoon, the OpenAI Newsroom account, which shares updates about the company, posted about a new OpenAI-branded blockchain token called “$OPENAI.”
The now-deleted tweet, sent at 6:24 PM ET, claimed, “We’re very happy to announce $OPENAI: the token bridging the gap between AI and blockchain technology.”
It falsely said that all OpenAI users could claim a piece of the initial supply and that holding $OPENAI would give access to future beta programs.
So far, neither OpenAI nor X has responded to requests for comment about the hacking. This incident shows how even well-known tech companies can fall victim to cyber threats, highlighting the need for better security to protect users and corporate information.
As scams in the cryptocurrency world become more common, it’s important for users to stay alert and cautious.
