Bad AI: Duo Bingo

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This week:

😱 Bad AI: Duo Bingo

💭 Agentic AI: Opera Neon

🔥 AI Roundtables: For Senior Marketers

✨ AI Tools: Claude Voice

💡 Trends & Insights

BAD AI: Duo Gets Played

In the latest edition of 'let’s replace the humans then pretend we didn’t' Duolingo’s CEO Luis von Ahn accidentally fired a missile at his own brand via an all-hands AI manifesto.

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Ok then, what did it say? Basically, everyone's replaceable. Except me. AI is your new boss. Learn prompt engineering or job-perish.

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Sounds good, what's the problem? Users revolted. Memes multiplied like AI-generated rats. Turns out people don't like being told they're meat puppets about to be replaced by a trumped-up autocomplete - so he had to peddle the 'I was misunderstood' line (i.e. we love humans, you're not like batteries at all, not a bit).

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Is there a lesson here, Duo? Yes, but it's in Slovakian and you've f**d your learning streak, so you'll need to upgrade to premium to find out what it is.

AGENTIC AI: Opera Neon

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Opera has launched Neon, its new AI-powered browser designed for agentic tasks - moving beyond search and surf to “Chat, Do, Make” actions performed by in-browser AI agents.

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Key Highlights:

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• Agentic browser model: Neon combines AI search (Chat), autonomous task execution (Do), and local creative tools (Make)- including site and game generation.
• Offline and private: Tasks run inside the browser, not in the cloud - avoiding screen recordings, shadow logins, or remote VM dependencies.
• Context-aware actions: Agents understand intent and operate with memory handling tasks while you're away.
• Premium-first approach: Neon launches as a paid product, with early access available via waitlist.

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Why it matters:

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Neon marks a shift from browser-as-window to browser-as-worker. It’s an early play that agentic software won’t just live in chatbots or dev tools - it will sit inside the interfaces we use every day. For businesses, it means agentic UX will soon become normalised - and workflows may start to shift.

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​Get in touch to get help navigating the rapid AI shifts your business needs to understand - and act on. We help with AI strategy, implementation and training.

AI ROUNDTABLES: For Senior Marketers

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Following the success of our recent Senior Marketers Roundtables, we're now opening up interest for upcoming sessions.

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These are closed-room conversations with top CMOs and Heads of Marketing across sectors including finance, ecommerce, research, technology and more - focused on how AI is reshaping marketing strategy, operations, and capability building.

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If you're leading transformation and want to connect with peers solving the same challenges - register your interest now to join an upcoming session.

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What we’ll be discussing:​

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✅ The top AI challenges marketers are facing right now
✅ Areas of productivity and efficiency
✅ Research, lead generation, content and data
✅ Fear, loathing and excitement (who knew AI could be so interesting)

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​Head over here to get on the list for an upcoming roundtable.

AI TOOLS: A Voice for Claude

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Anthropic has launched Voice Mode for Claude, bringing higher-quality spoken conversation to its mobile app - finally closing the gap on OpenAI and Google.

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The details:

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• Conversational interface: Users can now speak directly to Claude on mobile. Voice and text input can be used interchangeably, with live transcription.
• Five professional-grade voices: Distinct voice options, designed for clarity and natural flow, without the latency or awkwardness seen in earlier-gen tools (tbc).
• Integrated with Google Workspace: Paid users can give voice commands to access Gmail, Calendar, and Docs - a step toward voice-driven productivity.
• Usage limits and access: Free users receive 20–30 voice interactions per month. Higher tiers offer expanded access for heavier workflows.

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Context:

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Anthropic is the last of the major labs to ship voice - and seems to have learned from others' missteps. With OpenAI, Google, and now Anthropic in the voice race (Hello, Apple? Amazon?), differentiation will hinge on speed, reliability, and enterprise integration.

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What it means for business:

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We've had voice touted as the next big thing for years - is it finally getting ready to become a major UI layer for work? Claude’s real-time transcription, and direct integration with workplace tools make it an option for teams looking to reduce friction in day-to-day tasks.

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​Talk to us about your use cases, we help businesses build effective AI MVPs, pilots and applications.

WHATS NEW - Insights & Trends

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> Women more at risk from AI job losses​

> Is AI about to become conscious?​

> Free for all ChatGPT in UAE​

> Kickboxing AI is here​

> Stop using my voice on the railway​

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• Create a competitive advantage using your proprietary data.
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• Gain actionable insight from data.
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📌 Q&A Summary

Q: What happened with Duolingo and AI?
A: Duolingo's CEO, Luis von Ahn, announced a shift to an "AI-first" strategy, aiming to replace contract content creators with AI. This move sparked backlash from users and employees, leading von Ahn to clarify that AI is intended to augment, not replace, human roles.

Q: What is Opera Neon?
A: Opera Neon is a new AI-powered "agentic" browser designed to perform tasks on behalf of users, such as coding, designing, and automating web activities. It features modes like Chat, Do, and Make, allowing for autonomous task execution even when offline.

Q: What are G3NR8's AI Roundtables?
A: G3NR8 hosts exclusive roundtable events for senior marketers to discuss the impact of AI on marketing strategies, operations, and capability building. These sessions provide a platform for leaders to share insights and explore AI-driven transformation.

Q: What is Claude Voice?
A: Claude Voice is a new feature from Anthropic that enables users to interact with the Claude AI model via voice. It offers five distinct voice options and allows seamless switching between text and voice inputs. Paid subscribers can integrate Claude Voice with Google Workspace tools like Gmail and Calendar.

Q: What does G3NR8 do?
A: G3NR8 is an AI consultancy that helps organizations develop and implement AI strategies. They focus on automating tasks, unlocking proprietary data insights, and training teams to leverage AI effectively for competitive advantage.

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