Hello, tech enthusiasts! Let’s dive into the latest and funniest antics from the world of technology.

This week has been quite a ride, particularly with HP’s recent $116 million acquisition of Humane, the maker of the AI Pin. This move has stirred up quite the internal chaos!

Humane, having drawn in over $240 million in VC funding, is now discontinuing its AI Pin after revealing that most of its assets were sold to HP. Customers who recently purchased the device may get a refund, but those who bought it earlier are left out in the cold.

After the acquisition announcement, some Humane employees were offered significant pay increases to join HP, while others faced immediate layoffs, particularly those involved closely with the AI Pin.

Meanwhile, on a lighter note, Apple has finally released its much-awaited iPhone SE refresh, the 16e model, showcasing some impressive upgrades, such as the A18 processor.

And don’t forget the bizarre marketing ploys! Duolingo made headlines by “killing” its beloved owl mascot as part of a campaign to motivate users to engage more with their lessons.

That’s the latest from the tech world! Stay tuned for more updates, and keep your gadgets ready for action!