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• What is the password?Google Passkeys is now rolling out to account users around the world. The passkeys give you access to your account without a password, and “authentication is essentially the same across all devices in the cloud using a secret key pair, the same biometrics used to log into websites and apps, or a screen lock PIN used to unlock their devices.” Paul He wrote.
• In the driver’s seatLyft’s longtime partner Stripe has just signed a major deal with Uber. Ingrid It has more.
• Making an impact: Manish “Where is India in the Generative AI race?” He asks the question. And it answers by looking at how Indian entrepreneurs are working to capitalize on the excitement surrounding this trend.

Startups and VCs

Plexamp, Plex’s music player, now works with ChatGPT to create playlists, according to reports. Sarah. That got me curious, and I spent most of the morning using chatgpt-4 to make playlists. Among other things, I asked him to create a list of the top 10 essential heavy metal songs of 2004, the best music to perform, and the most nostalgic songs.

I also asked chatgpt-4 to make a list of top 5 songs about beginners, and…damn, not only did he make a list of songs, but he explained. why? Each song in this list has a meaning. I won’t lie, this thing surprises me. Below is the list, and I’ve made them into a handy Spotify playlist, Apple Music playlist, and YouTube playlist for you too.

1. “Started From the Bottom” by Drake: The lyrics of this song echo the journey of many startups as they strive to find success starting from scratch and working their way up.
2. “Lose Yourself” by EminemThe intensity and drive in the lyrics of this song can represent the focus and focus needed to build a successful startup.
3. “It’s My Life” by Bon JoviThis hymn resonates with the mindset of many entrepreneurs to take control of one’s own destiny and take advantage of opportunities.
4. “Don’t stop believing” in travelThis classic track serves as a reminder for startup founders to keep believing in their vision, even when the road to success is filled with challenges.
5. “Eye of the Tiger” by SurvivorAs a symbol of determination and perseverance, this song has become an anthem for those who face adversity and push to achieve their goals, just like the founding spirit of a startup.

Okay, enough musically inspired goofiness. Here’s some more startup news for you:

Ask Sophie: If my passport expires in 5 months, will I be allowed to enter the US?

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Dear Sophie,

A few years ago I founded a startup in Zimbabwe. I plan to visit the United States for the first time next month to check out the market and apply for a visitor visa.

I’m thinking of staying in the US for a couple of months, but I just found out that my passport expires in September. I understand that I must have at least six months on my passport to travel to the United States.

Is that (still) true? Should I delay my trip?

– Hope in Harare

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Big Tech Inc.

Remember when Airbnb first started as a way to rent out a room in a house instead of staying in a hotel? Now that the platform’s average rental price has increased — 36% since 2019, according to the company — it’s refocusing on single-unit units to give users more affordable options. Ivan It has more.

Meanwhile, Sarah It was on dating app giant Matchmaking Group’s first-quarter earnings call and related reports that it believes the recent Apple–Epic Games antitrust appeal decision, although largely in Apple’s favor, could result in app store payment relief for developers.

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