🥯 Today on Bagel Bots:

• 🤯 How Tesla's Full Self-Driving Future Hinges on Trump's Election

• ⚡️ Fresh tech of the day - How O2's AI 'Grandmother' Is Turning the Tables on Scammers

• 📰 The latest AI and tech news

• 🤖 Cool new apps for you to check out

• 🧠 Today’s Tip: Crafting a Detailed Job Description with AI

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

(Read time: five minutes) - Fun fact: I never change this.

One Big Story: How Tesla's Full Self-Driving Future Hinges on Trump's Election

In a significant development for the AI and robotics community, President-elect Donald Trump now controls the federal safety investigation into Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) system. This shift could have profound implications for the future of autonomous vehicles in the United States.

Key Points:

• Regulatory Influence: With Trump's election, there's potential for changes in how the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approaches Tesla's FSD system. This could lead to a more lenient regulatory environment for autonomous vehicles.

• Musk's Political Support: Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of Trump, has invested heavily in the campaign. This alliance might influence future policies favoring Tesla's autonomous driving ambitions.

• Safety Concerns: Despite potential regulatory easing, safety remains a critical issue. The NHTSA is investigating Tesla's FSD system due to several crashes, including a fatal incident involving a pedestrian.

My Take: Now you know why Elon Musk was so involved in getting Donald Trump elected—he has a lot at stake in this race. A more favorable regulatory environment could accelerate Tesla's autonomous vehicle initiatives. However, it's crucial to balance innovation with safety to ensure responsible progress in AI and robotics.

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Cool Tech: How O2's AI 'Grandmother' Is Turning the Tables on Scammers

UK mobile operator O2 has introduced "Daisy," an AI "grandmother" designed to engage phone scammers in lengthy, aimless conversations. By mimicking a talkative senior, Daisy keeps fraudsters occupied, reducing their opportunities to target real individuals.

How it works:

• Scambaiting Strategy: Daisy employs "scambaiting," engaging scammers with meandering stories and providing fictitious personal information, such as fake bank details. This approach wastes scammers' time and helps O2 gather insights into their methods.

• AI Functionality: The system transcribes the scammer's voice into text, generates responses through a custom large language model (LLM) with a personality layer, and converts these responses back into speech. This real-time interaction has kept scammers on the line for up to 40 minutes.

• Public Sentiment: O2's research indicates that 71% of Brits want retribution against scammers but are reluctant to engage directly due to time constraints. Daisy autonomously handles scam calls, allowing the public to combat fraud without personal involvement.

Latest News

🧑‍🔬  Researchers have developed LucidSim, a system that uses generative AI alongside a physics simulator to create virtual training environments closely mirroring the real world. This approach enabled a robot dog to learn complex tasks like scrambling over obstacles and climbing stairs without prior real-world data, achieving higher success rates than traditional training methods.

🧪 Researchers have developed Evo, an AI model trained on the genomes of millions of microbes. This enables it to predict the effects of genetic mutations and generate new DNA sequences with exceptional accuracy. Unlike traditional large language models that process human language, Evo analyzes genetic information at the genome-scale, offering insights into DNA and RNA functions that could advance our understanding of genetics and disease mitigation.

💰️ Global spending on artificial intelligence (AI) is projected to surpass $250 billion in 2025, driven by substantial investments from major tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google. This surge in expenditure is primarily focused on enhancing AI infrastructure, including data centers and specialized hardware, to support the growing demand for AI applications across various industries.

❤️ Haliey Welch, known for her viral "Hawk Tuah" catchphrase, has launched Pookie Tools, an AI-powered dating advice app offering features like conversation starters, outfit recommendations, and zodiac compatibility. While the app aims to assist Gen Z singles in navigating the dating scene, some users find its AI chatbot responses generic, lacking the distinctive personality Welch is known for.

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Today’s Tip: Crafting a Detailed Job Description with AI

I recently spoke to a business owner who was frustrated after hiring someone who didn’t quite fit the role. It’s a tough spot—your team’s success hinges on having the right people in place, but finding those people can feel overwhelming. I’ve been there myself, realizing the hard way that a poorly defined job description leads to wasted time, mismatched expectations, and missed opportunities. That’s why it’s so important to get this right from the start. Whether you’re building a small but mighty team or scaling a thriving business, this prompt is designed to help you craft a job description that attracts the perfect candidate—someone who doesn’t just fill the role but elevates your business to the next level.

Remember: the more detailed you are when filling in placeholders, the better the output. I recommend using ChatGPT or Claude for this. You can also upload a screenshot of your monthly calendar for this prompt, but I also recommend sending as much information as possible.

Act as a professional recruiter and HR expert. Your task is to create a highly detailed and compelling job description for the given role. The description must include a well-structured overview, key responsibilities, required qualifications, skills, company culture, and any additional information provided. Ensure the tone is tailored to the audience and aligns with the industry standard.

Information Needed:

Job Title: [Insert the title of the position, e.g., 'Marketing Manager']
Company Name: [Insert the name of the company, e.g., 'ABC Corp']
Company Overview: [Provide a brief overview of the company, including industry, size, mission, and values.]
Location (if applicable): [Specify remote, hybrid, or on-site and include the city/state if on-site.]
Employment Type: [Insert full-time, part-time, contract, or internship.]
Salary Range (optional): [Include if you want it disclosed, e.g., '$70,000-$90,000 per year.']
Job Summary:
[Provide a brief summary of the job. What is the purpose of this role?]
[What impact will the person in this role have on the team or organization?]
Key Responsibilities:
[List the core duties of the role. Use bullet points and active verbs.]
Examples:
'Develop and execute marketing campaigns to drive brand awareness.'
'Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.'
Required Qualifications:
[What educational background, certifications, or experience are essential?]
Examples:
'Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field.'
'5+ years of experience in a similar role.'
Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):
[Any additional skills, experiences, or certifications that would make a candidate stand out.]
Skills Required:
[Specify both hard skills (e.g., Excel proficiency, programming) and soft skills (e.g., communication, leadership).]
Company Culture:
[Describe the company culture and what makes it an attractive place to work.]
Example: 'We value creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning.'
Benefits (optional):
[Mention any perks or benefits offered, such as healthcare, 401(k), PTO, remote work flexibility, etc.]
Additional Notes (optional):
[Any extra information you'd like included, such as application instructions, special considerations, or exciting projects.]
Desired Output:

The job description should have the following sections:

Job Title & Summary: A brief, engaging overview of the role.
About the Company: A short paragraph introducing the company.
Key Responsibilities: A bulleted list of 5-10 core duties.
Required & Preferred Qualifications: Clear, concise requirements and preferred attributes.
Skills Needed: A bulleted list of technical and soft skills.
Company Culture & Benefits: A compelling pitch about why someone would want to work here.
Application Process: Brief instructions on how to apply and any deadlines.

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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. This may be the toughest one yet.

The last edition’s results—87.5% were correct!

Did you vote in the poll from Nov 17th? The top image was correct, but both looked extremely believable (to me, at least)! Go back and see the photos here.

Almost 90% got this one easily, so I need to try better to fool you all.

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