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This Week on Crypto Twitter: Farcaster, Vision Pro, Dencun, Oh My!

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Startup News FYI · 1y ago

This Week on Crypto Twitter: Farcaster, Vision Pro, Dencun, Oh My!

Crypto Twitter users have been buzzing about Farcaster, a decentralized social media protocol that gained popularity with its new feature called Frames. The app offers the ability to play games, mint NFTs, and make purchases while staying within the social media feed. Twitter users have praised Farcaster's user experience and crypto-native content. Additionally, discussions have revolved around Apple's Vision Pro augmented reality headset, with some marveling at its applications and others criticizing its design and price. Ethereum's upcoming Dencun upgrade, which will introduce proto-danksharding and improve efficiency on layer-2 networks, has been hailed as a positive development on Twitter.

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Twitter Rival Bluesky Opens to Public Right as Farcaster Gains Steam

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Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Twitter Rival Bluesky Opens to Public Right as Farcaster Gains Steam

Twitter competitor Bluesky has opened its app to the public after a year of invite-only beta testing. Built upon a decentralized protocol, Bluesky aims to provide a censorship-resistant and privacy-focused social media experience. The platform has garnered over 3 million users since its beta launch, and with its public launch, aims to position itself as an alternative to Twitter. Meanwhile, another decentralized social media platform, Farcaster, has gained traction among tech and crypto enthusiasts, offering features such as NFT minting and in-app purchases.

Farcaster Raises $150M at $1B Valuation.

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deepnewz · 1y ago

Farcaster Raises $150M at $1B Valuation.

Farcaster, a decentralized social network, has secured $150 million in funding, putting its valuation at $1 billion. The platform has experienced remarkable growth and combines the best features of Web2 social media and Web3 builder culture. Farcaster has also implemented Arbitrum frame transactions, expanding its capabilities. Key investors include Paradigm, Haun Ventures, USV, and Standard Crypto. The platform's active community and focus on decentralized community growth have been commended. Drakulaapp plans to build the largest video client on Farcaster, and Perl has released a high-quality preview of its latest game, Versus mode.

Market was like 'Oh my gosh, AI is finished': Huang on DeepSeek

Inshorts · 4m ago

Market was like 'Oh my gosh, AI is finished': Huang on DeepSeek

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said markets misinterpreted the impact of Chinese startup DeepSeek's RI AI model on the chipmaker's business. "Market responded to R1, as in, 'Oh my gosh. AI is finished'," Huang said. Markets thought computing wasn't needed anymore but it's "complete opposite", he stated. NVIDIA's m-cap fell by $600 billion after DeepSeek's launch of its model.

Meta's CTO drags the Apple Vision Pro for being 'very uncomfortable'

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Business Insider · 1y ago

Meta's CTO drags the Apple Vision Pro for being 'very uncomfortable'

Meta's CTO, Andrew Bosworth, criticized the Apple Vision Pro headset, stating that it is "very uncomfortable to use" due to its weight and poor distribution. He believes that Meta's Quest 3 is the superior headset overall, despite the Vision Pro's higher price tag. Bosworth also mentioned issues with motion blur and the lack of third-party content on the Vision Pro. This aligns with Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's earlier statement that the Quest is not only a better value but also a better product than the Vision Pro.

Apple headset stalls, struggles to attract killer apps in first year

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Livemint · 9m ago

Apple headset stalls, struggles to attract killer apps in first year

Apple's Vision Pro headset is facing challenges in attracting major software developers to create apps for the device, which could significantly hinder its progress in the market. Since its launch in January, the number of new apps being released for the Vision Pro each month has slowed down. This lack of killer apps is leading some users to find the device less appealing and choose to sell it instead. Developers believe that Apple should provide incentives, such as funding, to encourage app development for the Vision Pro.

Only 150+ apps have been designed specifically for Apple’s Vision Pro, so far

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Only 150+ apps have been designed specifically for Apple’s Vision Pro, so far

According to market intelligence firm Appfigures, Apple's new mixed reality headset, the Vision Pro, has only seen a modest response from app developers. The Vision Pro's App Store currently has just over 150 apps that have been updated specifically for the device, out of the App Store's 1.8 million total apps. There are various reasons contributing to this, including limited availability of Vision Pro headsets for testing, a small market opportunity due to the high price point, and challenges in adapting apps for the new computing environment. Additionally, the fallout from the Epic Games antitrust lawsuit may have also negatively impacted developer sentiment towards Apple. Despite this, Vision Pro users still have access to popular apps like Disney+, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video, among others.

Meta’s big vision for face computers might be better than Apple’s

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Meta’s big vision for face computers might be better than Apple’s

The article discusses the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses and Apple's Vision Pro as attempts to prime the public for the future of augmented reality (AR). While the Vision Pro is technologically impressive, Meta's smart glasses, including the Quest 3, focus on building cheaper gadgets that people want to use now, resulting in strong sales and engagement. Apple's approach relies on its reputation and persuasion to overcome the high cost. Meta's more accessible approach allows users to integrate AR into their daily lives, while the Vision Pro leans towards virtual and mixed reality.

Apple Vision Pro reaches more markets, but India left waiting

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Apple Vision Pro reaches more markets, but India left waiting

Apple is expanding the availability of its Apple Vision Pro, a spatial user interface device, to nine additional countries. Pre-orders will start on June 14 in China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore, and on June 28 in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the UK. The Vision Pro merges digital content with the physical environment, providing unique spatial experiences for work, entertainment, and more. Users navigate the device using their eyes, hands, and voice, with over 2,000 apps available in the App Store specifically designed for the Vision Pro.

Nerd goggle wars intensify as Mark Zuckerberg rips Apple's Vision Pro

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Nerd goggle wars intensify as Mark Zuckerberg rips Apple's Vision Pro

In a video posted on Instagram, Mark Zuckerberg reviewed Apple's Vision Pro mixed reality headset and compared it to Meta's Quest headset. He praised Quest for being more affordable and overall a better product, citing its brighter screen, wider field of vision, more immersive content, no wires, and lighter weight. Zuckerberg also criticized the comfort and ergonomics of Vision Pro. He acknowledged Vision Pro's eye tracking and higher resolution but pointed out the trade-offs made by Apple. He emphasized that Meta is on track to win against Apple in the mixed reality headset race.

Apple believes that AI is the future

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Apple believes that AI is the future

Investors are indicating that Apple's future success may lie in AI rather than its recently launched expensive Vision Pro headset. Apple's stock increased by $112 billion following news of an AI overhaul to their Mac lineup. This positive response highlights the high expectations for Apple's AI strategy, which is anticipated to revitalize product categories and boost sales. The uncertainty surrounding the success of the Vision Pro headset, which lacks compelling applications, suggests that AI may have a greater impact on Apple's future prospects.

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