🥯 Today on Bagel Bots:

• 🤯 Tesla’s Robotaxi Business is Coming in 2025

• ⚡️ Fresh tech of the day - The Beatles Just Won a Grammy With a Little Help from AI

• 📰 The latest AI and tech news

• 🤖 Cool new apps for you to check out

• 🧠 Today’s Free Prompt: This AI Prompt Writes Better Emails Than You Do

• 🤔 Can you guess which image is real and which one is AI? Go vote!

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One Big Story: Tesla’s Robotaxi Business is Coming in 2025

Elon Musk is doubling down on his self-driving ambitions, announcing that Tesla plans to launch its robotaxi business and kick off pilot production of its humanoid robot, Optimus, in 2025. The biggest news? Tesla’s fully autonomous Cybercab—no steering wheel, no human driver—will hit the road in Austin, Texas, as a paid service as early as June 2024, with more U.S. markets coming soon.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-driving, no humans required: Musk says Tesla is “confident” that its full-self-driving (FSD) tech is ready to operate without supervision.

• The Cybercab is coming: A steering wheel-free robotaxi designed to reshape urban transport is slated for mass production in 2026.

• Cheaper Teslas, too? Tesla also confirmed plans for more affordable models, with production starting in early 2025.

• Optimus humanoid robot: Musk says several thousand robots will be built next year—starting in Tesla factories, but eventually capable of delicate tasks like playing the piano (his words, not mine).

My Take: With Waymo, Cruise, Motional, Zoox, and now Tesla, the world is heading toward a self-driving taxi. If the price is right, why would anyone need to own a vehicle?

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Cool Tech: The Beatles Just Won a Grammy With a Little Help from AI

The Beatles just picked up their eighth competitive Grammy, and this time, AI played a role in making it happen. Their track Now and Then—originally a John Lennon demo from the 1970s—won Best Rock Performance, marking the first time a song created with AI assistance has taken home a Grammy. The track beat out major names like Green Day, Pearl Jam, and The Black Keys.

But let’s clear something up—this wasn’t AI-generated Beatles music. Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr used machine-learning tech developed by Peter Jackson’s team to isolate and clean up Lennon’s original vocals, which wasn’t possible when they first tried to finish the song in the ‘90s. McCartney reassured fans: “Nothing has been artificially or synthetically created. It’s all real, and we all play on it.”

This is AI at its best—preserving history, not replacing it. Without it, Now and Then would’ve stayed unfinished forever. But this win raises big questions as AI continues creeping into the creative world. What happens when AI starts generating entire songs, voices, and performances? Will those tracks start winning Grammys, too?

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Interesting News

🤖 Amazon’s implementation of advanced robots capable of performing tasks such as picking, packing, sorting, and transporting items in their warehouses is projected to reduce fulfillment costs by $10 billion annually.

🎥 In a recent interview, Adrien Brody discusses his role in “The Brutalist,” reflecting on his personal connection to the character due to his Hungarian heritage, and addresses the controversy surrounding the film’s use of AI, emphasizing that it did not diminish the authenticity of his performance.

📱 The article discusses the growing concerns among millions of Americans about the Chinese AI app DeepSeek. Although it has rapidly gained popularity, it is now facing scrutiny over data privacy and national security issues, leading to calls for its deletion.

🚀 CIMON, an AI-powered, free-floating robotic assistant developed by Airbus, IBM, and the German Aerospace Center, has been deployed to the International Space Station to aid astronauts with tasks and experiments, aiming to enhance productivity and reduce stress during missions.

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Today’s Tip: This AI Prompt Writes Better Emails Than You Do

Writing emails can be a chore—staring at a blank screen, finding the right words, and second-guessing every sentence. Whether you’re reaching out for business, networking, or just trying to get a quick response, crafting the perfect email takes time and effort. And let’s be honest—no one has time for endless rewrites and unclear messages that get ignored.

That’s where AI comes in. With the right prompt, you can generate polished, effective emails in seconds, saving you time while still sounding like you. This mega-prompt is exactly what you need to get an email that’s clear, professional, and instantly usable. Just plug in your details and let AI do the heavy lifting—no more overthinking and wasted time. Whether you need a quick follow-up, a persuasive pitch, or a friendly check-in, this prompt ensures you get the perfect email every time. Let’s get to it. 🚀

1. Clear Ask:

ChatGPT, draft a professional and engaging email tailored to the specified recipient and subject. The email should be clear, concise, and aligned with the given purpose.

2. Context & Purpose:

This email should effectively communicate [purpose of the email] to [recipient’s role or relationship]. It should ensure the message is well-received and achieves [desired outcome, e.g., securing a meeting, sharing information, making a request].

3. Detailed Input Requirements:

Fill in the following placeholders to ensure an accurate and relevant email:

• Recipient: [Name, role, or relationship]
• Subject: [Brief email subject]
• Tone: [Professional, friendly, persuasive, urgent, etc.]
• Length: [Short (under 100 words), Medium (100-200 words), Long (200+ words)]

Key Points to Include:

• [Main message or request]
• [Supporting details or context]
• [Any necessary action items or deadlines]
• Call to Action: [What the recipient should do next]
• Sign-Off Style: [Formal (e.g., “Best regards”), Casual (e.g., “Thanks!”)]

4. Additional Instructions:

• Keep the email clear and easy to read.
• Use polite and professional language suitable for the recipient.
• Ensure the subject line is engaging and relevant.
• Format the email with logical structure and smooth transitions.
• Include a compelling CTA (Call to Action) that encourages a response.
• If necessary, add a PS section for an extra note or urgency.

5. Perfect Output Every Time:

ChatGPT, format the response as follows for a polished email:

Subject: [Generated subject line]

Dear [Recipient’s Name],

[Opening line that establishes connection or context.]

[Main body that clearly conveys the purpose, supporting details, and any key messages.]

[Call to action that guides the recipient on next steps.]

[Closing line that leaves a positive impression.]

Best regards,
[Your Name]

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🤔 Which image is real?

One of these images is real, and one was created with AI. Vote for which one you think is real, and tell us why you voted that way. My only goal is to choose such good photos that the majority of votes are wrong.

The last edition’s results—72% were wrong!

Did you vote in the poll from February 3rd? The bottom image was real! Go back and see the photos here. So what do you think? Are you getting better at spotting AI vs. not?