Good morning from OWITH.ai: the podcast that gives you only what's important to hear in AI and tech world.In the food industry, a startup called David is making waves with its protein bars that contain 28 grams of protein in just 150 calories. Co-founded by Zach Ranen, David's bars use a unique ingredient called E.P.G. to achieve this low-calorie, high-protein combination. With recent funding of $75 million, David plans to acquire the patent for E.P.G. and expand their product line to include low-calorie ice cream. Their focus on taste, texture, and nutrition sets them apart in the competitive market.OpenAI's new Sora 2 video generation AI model has sparked controversy as people use it to create videos of deceased celebrities, raising ethical concerns. Meanwhile, China's rare earth restrictions are impacting tech, but Taiwan remains unaffected due to alternative sources. Apple is working on smart glasses after slow Vision Pro headset sales, aiming for a lighter, cheaper version for mass adoption. Other news includes a crypto crash, Qantas data breach, and the rise of cobots in industrial facilities.CEOs are worried about the immigration crackdown's negative impact on businesses, leading to fewer customers, lower productivity, and fear among workers and customers. Deportations continue despite the government shutdown, causing disruptions and financial losses. In global news, Hamas releases hostages to Israel, President Trump addresses the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, and Poland prepares for conflict with Russia. Trade war tensions between the US and China are easing with talks of negotiations. AI-powered search engines are creating a new competition akin to the browser wars of the late 1990s.Overall, the markets are showing positive signs with US futures up premarket and global indices experiencing mixed movements. Stay tuned for more updates on AI and tech developments.

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