Mar 07th Quick Takes

Biz Analyst Club Newsletter

by The Business Model Analyst

Hello, Biz Enthusiasts!
Buckle up, business brains! Today’s roundup is packed with a $100 billion Tesla tumble, Google’s AI doing the talking (so you don’t have to), and a Taylor Swift ticket heist that even Ticketmaster couldn’t predict. Oh, and did we mention a handy tool to keep you ahead of the curve? Let’s dive in! 🏊‍♂️

Hot Takes 🚀

1. Tesla's $100 Billion Vanishing Act 💸
Tesla stock plummeted 9%, wiping out $100 billion in market cap as European sales tanked 45%. Meanwhile, EV sales across Europe rose 37%. Looks like Elon might need a bit more than a “political disruption” to steer this one back on track.
👉 Discover the $100B wipeout story!

2. Google's AI Concierge: "Ask for Me" 📞
Google’s new “Ask for Me” feature uses AI to call nail salons and auto shops for you—finally, you can book an oil change without sounding like you’re auditioning for customer service karaoke. It’s like having a personal assistant who doesn’t roll their eyes when you ask for a 3 p.m. on a Friday.
👉 See how Google can make calls for you!

3. Meta's AI Butler for Small Businesses 🤵‍♂️🤖
Meta’s offering an AI customer support agent for free (during the pilot program) to help small businesses handle Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp queries. It’s like hiring a customer service team that never sleeps, never eats, and never calls in sick.
👉 Discover what Meta’s AI means for your business!

4. Taylor Swift Ticket Heist 🎟️
Cybercriminals made $600K by reselling over 900 stolen concert tickets—probably the only resale where the price actually went up. Turns out, Swifties aren’t the only ones ready to shake it off. Even Ticketmaster was left saying, "Look what you made me do.”
👉 Uncover the $600K Taylor Swift scam!

5. HouseWhisper: AI for Real Estate Agents 🏠🤖
Former Zillow execs launched HouseWhisper, an AI assistant that tackles admin tasks for real estate agents. The goal? More time for agents to show homes and less time battling email inboxes. Basically, the Marie Kondo of real estate.
👉 See how agents are doubling productivity!

Quick Hits 📰

• TSMC's $100B US Investment: Five new chip plants in the U.S.—because why stop at one mega factory when you can have five?
  👉 Why TSMC is betting big on the US!

• Flora's Infinite Canvas: Finally, an AI tool for creatives that doesn’t feel like drawing with oven mitts.
  👉 Discover the AI tool changing creativity!

• Perceptis for Consultants: AI startup promises more productivity, less caffeine dependency.
  👉 Supercharge your consulting business!

• Apple vs. UK Backdoor: Apple says no to a UK data backdoor. Privacy: 1, Snooping: 0.
  👉 How Apple is keeping your data safe!

• Pixel Sense is Coming: Google's new assistant is here. Fingers crossed it doesn’t think “Set a reminder” means “Call your ex.”
  👉 Meet Google’s smartest assistant yet!

• Staircase Studios Launch: AI film studio promises Hollywood quality on a clearance budget.
  👉 How AI is bringing Hollywood to life!

• AI Slop Debate: Critics say bad AI content is everywhere. So much for the “intelligent” in artificial intelligence.
  👉 Is AI turning the internet into junk?

• Character Chatbots & Safety: AI chatbots raising red flags—because sketchy role-play isn’t just for improv classes.
  👉 Why chatbots might be risky for kids!

• Firefly’s Moon Landing: The Blue Ghost lunar lander made it to the moon—proving that sometimes even ghosts have a bright future.
  👉 See how Firefly made lunar history!

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