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Meta Launches Open-Source Muse Gadgets for Developers

Meta introduced Muse Gadgets, an open-source project allowing developers to build custom hardware that connects to its AI agent, Muse. The company provides open-source firmware, a Linux software development kit (SDK), and project ideas like color e-ink displays or HDMI stick integration. Users can connect Muse to devices such as Raspberry Pi or ESP32 boards, and link it to displays, buttons, sensors, and actuators. Meta also created a Discord channel for community support. The company built a gadget called Muse Home Link, which connects Muse to home smart devices, and is giving away 5,000 units for free to Muse subscribers. This move aligns with Meta's strategy to expand Muse beyond a standalone chatbot, also targeting small businesses with Muse for Small Business and launching a new business unit, Meta Enterprise Platform, to push AI offerings to enterprises.

• Meta introduced Muse Gadgets, an open-source project for developers to build hardware connected to Muse.
• Meta provides open-source firmware and a Linux SDK, along with project ideas like e-ink displays and HDMI sticks.
• Muse Gadgets can be used with low-cost boards like Raspberry Pi or ESP32.

ChatGPT Voice Now Controls Apps and Work Tasks via Speech

OpenAI has rolled out voice capabilities for ChatGPT Voice, allowing users to interact with connected apps like Gmail, Google Calendar, and Slack through natural language. The feature, now globally available, can perform actions such as checking emails, scheduling appointments, and creating documents, presentations, and spreadsheets via ChatGPT Work. The update introduces access to advanced models like GPT-6 Astra, Sol, and Luna for complex tasks. Users can speak instructions directly, with on-screen confirmation required for sensitive actions. ChatGPT Work voice control is available on web and mobile for paid subscribers, enabling task completion and browser actions. This marks a significant step toward more conversational and autonomous AI assistants in the workplace.

• ChatGPT Voice now accesses connected apps like Gmail, Google Calendar, and Slack.
• The feature is available globally for users.
• ChatGPT Work can be controlled by voice to create documents, presentations, and spreadsheets.

Salesforce Raises Fiscal 2030 Revenue Target to $63B

At its Dreamforce conference, Salesforce issued a revenue forecast for fiscal 2030 exceeding $63 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of $59.2 billion. CEO Marc Benioff highlighted a pivotal moment for enterprise AI, amid a rebound from the 'SaaSpocalypse' narrative. The company reported a $2.6 billion gain on strategic investments in Anthropic, which boosted profits, and launched 'Claudeforce' for integrating Salesforce data with Anthropic's Claude. Up to 1,000 clients have beta access. Salesforce also promoted its new AI reasoning model 'Koa' based on Nvidia technology, and reported that Slack has become a hub for AI agent communication. The company has bought back $60 billion in shares and hinted at monetizing its Anthropic stake.

• Salesforce projects fiscal 2030 revenue over $63 billion.
• Analysts polled by LSEG expected $59.2 billion.
• Salesforce realized a $2.6 billion gain on Anthropic investment.

Smartsheet investors sue over undisclosed acquisition offer

Rosen Law Firm has filed a securities fraud class action lawsuit against Smartsheet Inc. on behalf of investors who sold shares between June 2024 and September 2024. The suit alleges that Smartsheet failed to disclose an unsolicited acquisition offer from a consortium of investors, while the company was repurchasing its own stock at lower prices. The action seeks to recover damages for investors who sold shares during this period. The deadline for lead plaintiff applications is October 5, 2026.

• Rosen Law Firm filed a securities fraud class action against Smartsheet Inc.
• The class period is June 1, 2024 to September 23, 2024.
• Smartsheet received an unsolicited takeover offer at $56.25 per share on January 24, 2024.

Smartsheet Appoints Takeshi Osawa as President & General Manager of Japan Amid Accelerating Customer Demand and AI Adoption

Smartsheet appoints Takeshi Osawa as President & General Manager of Japan, and names new leaders across APAC and Japan as demand surges in technology, manufacturing and professional services.