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Axios
22-05-2025
- Business
- Axios
OpenAI's big hardware bet
With its multibillion-dollar purchase of Apple design legend Jony Ive's startup, OpenAI is doubling down on a bet that the AI revolution will birth a new generation of novel consumer devices. Why it matters: Just as the web first came to us on the personal computer and the cloud enabled the rise of the smartphone, OpenAI's gamble is that AI's role as Silicon Valley's new platform will demand a different kind of hardware — and that Ive, who played a key role in designing the iPhone and other iconic Apple products, is the person to build it. What they're saying: An OpenAI promo video features Ive and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman strolling through San Francisco's North Beach to meet for coffee at Francis Coppola's Zoetrope Cafe. Ive tells Altman that we're still using "decades old" products, meaning PCs and smartphones, to connect with the "unimaginable technology" of today's AI — "so it's just common sense" to work on "something beyond these legacy products." Between the lines: Altman has long pursued a strategy of shaping AI through devices as well as software. He was an early investor in Humane, whose AI Pin flopped, and is a co-founder of World (formerly Worldcoin), which is deploying eyeball scanning orbs to verify human identity in a bot-filled world. At OpenAI's first-ever developer conference in 2023, Altman told Axios that major platform shifts usually usher in a new type of computing device. "If there's something amazing to do, we'll do it," he said. Late last year, OpenAI relaunched a hardware and robotics team, hiring former Meta executive Caitlin Kalinowski. Ive and Altman announced last year that they were collaborating on a hardware side project but have been tight-lipped about what their startup, named io, is working on, though Altman told Axios in an onstage interview last year that it wouldn't be a smartphone. The company may be pursuing "headphones and other devices with cameras," per the Wall Street Journal. Altman loves a big bet, and this one is huge: billions in stock in exchange for Ive's talents and those of the rest of the team at io — which includes three other veteran Apple design leaders. By the numbers: OpenAI said Wednesday it will pay $5 billion in stock to acquire the parts of io it doesn't already own. It already had a 23% stake in the company thanks to an exclusive partnership it signed in the fourth quarter of last year. Once the deal closes, which is expected to happen later this summer, the 55-person team behind io will join OpenAI, to be led by Peter Welinder. (Kalinowski will now report to Welinder rather than Altman.) Ive and his design firm, LoveFrom, will take on a major design role for OpenAI, though LoveFrom will remain independent and continue working on some other projects. The big picture: Other big tech companies have also been investing in a post-smartphone hardware future. While investor interest in the metaverse has cooled, there's still a competitive market in VR headsets and a growing field of smart glasses as a delivery device for AI services. Meta has its Ray-Ban Smart glasses. Google demonstrated its own prototype glasses, which include a small display. And Apple is reportedly working on augmented-reality glasses, too. The intrigue: OpenAI's deal further seals Ive's exile from Apple, which started in 2019, and fully ties him to an emerging competitor. Our thought bubble: Ive famously spent his career at Apple as Steve Jobs' creative partner. OpenAI's video presents the new Ive-Altman pairing as the natural successor to that team — with Sam as the new Steve and Apple left behind as a peddler of "legacy products."
Style Blueprint
19-05-2025
- Business
- Style Blueprint
TailGate Brewery: Where Beer Meets Big Dreams
Share with your friends! Pinterest LinkedIn Email Flipboard Reddit At TailGate Brewery, beer has always been the star of the show. But if you've spent even one afternoon at one of their lively, colorful taprooms, you know the real magic is in the community they've built — brick by brick, pint by pint. Over the past decade, TailGate has transformed from a bold, one-location dream into a flourishing Tennessee staple, with a footprint that keeps expanding. Pin What began as a small brewery in Nashville has grown into an eight-location powerhouse (plus a TailGate-branded outpost at the Nashville airport), and each taproom buzzes with energy and local pride. Trivia nights, live music, signature pizzas, craft seltzers, cold brew coffee — you name it, TailGate has mastered it. And while other breweries might have expanded quickly to ride a trend, TailGate has taken a different approach: building its brand deliberately, focusing on quality and community every step of the way. Now, after 10 years of innovation and sustained growth, TailGate is entering an exciting new era: the launch of its first THC-infused sparkling water. TailGate Brewery and its offshoot, TailGate Hemp Co., weren't funded by venture capital or family wealth. Founder Wesley Keegan built the business from scratch. 'We're a production brewery first and foremost,' Wes explains. 'Everything else — from pizza to cider, cold brew to sweet tea, and now THC beverages — has been designed to complement that.' Pin TailGate's growth story is worth celebrating in its own right. When Wes opened the brewery a decade ago, the goal was simple but ambitious: create a welcoming space where quality craft beer and good times could go hand in hand. It wasn't about flashy rollouts or quick wins; it was about doing things the right way and fostering real connections with their community. Over the years, that commitment has paid off. TailGate now boasts thriving taprooms across Tennessee, including multiple spots in Nashville, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Chattanooga, and more. Each location offers something a little different — a nod to local flavor and neighborhood vibes — but the core experience remains the same: high-quality beer, warm hospitality, and a space that feels like a home away from home. So, what's next? Wes's long-term plan is to open a new location every two years, always with the same thoughtful, intentional approach that's brought them this far. 'Nothing we do is flippant,' Wes says. 'We think about where we want to be five, 10 years from now — and we work backwards from there. It's about staying true to who we are while also evolving to meet what our community wants.' Pin The latest evolution is the leap into the THC space. But, true to TailGate's nature, this wasn't about jumping on a trend. It was about recognizing an opportunity that aligned with their existing offerings. 'We already had the product,' Wes says, referring to the line of crisp, fruit-flavored sparkling waters that have long been popular at his taprooms. 'Those are the 'unleaded' versions we've served for years. Once we navigated the legal requirements, adding THC was a natural next step.' Pin Wes jokes that part of the product's appeal taps into that little spark of 'doing something a bit rebellious' — a throwback to carefree college nights — but with a polished, grown-up twist. 'We're really speaking to that stylish, youthful mom who maybe smoked a few times at a frat party,' he says with a smile, 'but now wants to feel that vibe with a little more control — and definitely a better playlist.' Of course, a word of caution: even though it looks and tastes like your favorite sparkling water, it's not something to sip absentmindedly. 'It's not meant for high-volume consumption,' Wes says. 'It's designed to replace or complement alcohol, not to overdo. It's for savoring and enjoying — something you can feel good about.' Pin As TailGate Brewery enters its second decade, one thing remains unchanged: its commitment to quality, creativity, and community. The current model is proof that slow, steady, intentional growth isn't just possible; it's powerful. And with plans to keep expanding thoughtfully and a focus on delivering innovative products that satisfy evolving tastes, TailGate is showing no signs of slowing down. Depending on where you live, Tailgate Brewery might even ship to you. Check out the website for more details. ********** Give your inbox the Southern makeover it deserves — subscribe to StyleBlueprint's FREE daily emails! About the Author Dallas Jackson A resident of Santa Rosa Beach, FL, Dallas is passionate about brand-building, sports, and life on 30A.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cannes controversy: Uorfi Javed exposes price tag behind red carpet dreams after visa rejection
Popular fashion influencer and content creator Uorfi Javed recently disclosed that she had received a chance to attend the prestigious Cannes Film Festival this year. However, due to her visa being denied, she was unable to make the trip. In a follow-up message shared on her social media, Uorfi expressed a candid opinion about the significance of walking the Cannes red carpet, calling it overrated unless it's tied to a film premiere. She emphasized that it isn't necessarily a personal triumph, as the opportunity is often facilitated by sponsorships or even outright ticket purchases. Taking to Instagram on Friday, Uorfi shared a story where she explained how appearances at Cannes are often orchestrated by brands. She wrote, 'Going to Cannes is not about talent or recognition. Many companies purchase access to the red carpet and invite influencers or celebrities to represent them. It's a marketing tool. In fact, anyone with the financial means or a sponsorship can walk that carpet. So no, it's not a personal milestone. Not even for me. It's just a platform for visibility. That's the honest truth.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Khai thác toàn bộ năng lượng mặt trời năm 2025 — Lắp đặt, bảo trì và nâng cấp hệ thống Tấm Pin Mặt Trời | Quảng Cáo Tìm Kiếm Tìm hiểu thêm Undo She continued, 'Unless your movie is premiering at Cannes, then yes, it holds weight and is something to be proud of. But in all other cases, anyone with the right resources can do it. It's about money and exposure—not merit.' Earlier in the week, Uorfi had also shared a heartfelt update regarding her personal struggles, including a recent business setback and her rejected visa application. She admitted that she had been inactive on social media because she was going through a tough time. 'My business venture didn't succeed. I tried multiple avenues, but all I encountered was rejection after rejection,' she confessed. She added that the opportunity to attend Cannes had come through Indie Wild, and expressed her gratitude to Diipa Khosla and Kshitij Kankaria for their support. However, the excitement turned into disappointment when her visa application was declined. Yet, rather than dwell on the failure, Uorfi chose to find strength in the experience. 'Many of you are probably dealing with rejections too. I'd love to hear your stories. Let's support each other. Every setback can be a stepping stone if you choose to see it that way.' With striking honesty, Uorfi's reflections remind her followers that appearances can be deceiving and that true success lies in resilience, not red carpets.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pinterest Outlines How to Optimize Your Pin Marketing Approach
This story was originally published on Social Media Today. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Social Media Today newsletter. Are you considering adding Pinterest into your social media marketing approach? You probably should. The product discovery focused app is now up to 570 million users, who mostly come to the platform with a level of shopping intent. Less a social media platform than an online mall, with ever-improving search tools, used right, Pinterest can connect you with a range of opportunities, and buy-ready shoppers looking for your products. When used right. That's where this new guide from Pinterest comes in, providing a complete overview of the Pinterest business process, and how you can use both its organic and paid options to best effect. You can check out Pinterest's full overview here, but in this post, we'll outline the key steps. 1. Upload your product catalog Pinterest's first key step is to feed your product catalog into the app, which will power your Pin listings. 'Merchants with Catalogs have seen 5x more impressions than those who don't. This foundational step puts your products in front of potential buyers across the platform.' You can learn more about Pinterest's catalog ingestion process here. 2. Optimize your listings With your catalog feed connected, you also need to ensure that all of the relevant metadata is listed with each of your items, including relevant keywords, high-quality visuals, and informative descriptions and titles. Pinterest also suggests that brands monitor feed heath to avoid any errors that could restrict opportunities, while adding more products, if you can, improves performance. 'Upload more products for stronger performance. Feeds with more than 2,500 products have seen over 3x higher ROAS. By increasing the number of products in your Catalog, Pinterest machine learning has more options to test and choose from, helping it identify the best item to serve for each impression to each user.' I mean, 2,500 products is a lot, but the point is the more variation you have available, the more options Pinterest's system has to show your products to the right users. 3. Expand your opportunities Pinterest advises that brands should look to maximize their opportunities by making all of their Pins shoppable, and adding products to themed boards. 'As over 25% of Pinterest's SEO traffic leads to boards, adding your products makes them highly discoverable.' Pinterest also notes that shoppable collages with price details, availability, and a direct link to your site will help Pinners take action. 'Notably, collages are saved at 2x the rate of other types of Pins.' While Pinterest also notes that brands should claim their Instagram account in the app to facilitate expanded connection. 'With over 75,000 Pins coming from Instagram daily, tagging these Pins could drive traffic directly to your product pages.' 4. Pinterest ads Once you've established your profile, you can then run Pinterest ads, with a range of evolving ad options to choose from. Pinterest continues to add more options to its shopping ads, including sales indicators that automatically highlight price changes. You can also import campaigns from Shopify into Pinterest Ads Manager. Pinterest's recently added Performance+ ads utilize AI matching to get your promotions in front of the right people. Catalog ads enable you to upload images and videos to build diverse ad types, including lifestyle, UGC, or influencer ads. Pinterest also offers mobile deep-linking, which brings interested users direct to a URL in your native app. 'Advertisers using mobile deep links have seen a 235% lift in conversion rates and 34% lower CPAs.' Once you've implemented your strategy. you can continue to measure your results, and iterate on each element, in order to refine and improve your Pin marketing efforts. Some handy tips, including newer Pin ad options and tools, which you may not have considered. There are even more tips in Pinterest's full overview here. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
New York Times
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- New York Times
Doriane Pin: The ‘pocket rocket' once deemed too short, now aiming for F1 with Mercedes
'Home is where the heart is' may be a cliche but it is a sentiment we've all felt at some point in our lives. Maybe it's the sanctuary you've built for yourself, or visiting a family member's home — sitting at the kitchen counter as you cook dinner side-by-side. Maybe it's your closest friend, a meal that warms your heart as memories flash through your mind, or a city you visited during your whirlwind travels. Advertisement For Mercedes' F1 Academy driver Doriane Pin, racing on track is where she feels most at home and happiest. The French driver's home echoes with whining from engines and cheers from fans and teams, smells of burning rubber, and the sights of liveries' vibrant colors. Pin has navigated her way from being too small to drive a go kart to now competing on the Formula One support series ladder — fighting for the title in her last season of F1 Academy. Pin's dream remains to compete in F1 — but there have been numerous times when she's doubted whether this is possible. The pinnacle of motorsport is just a few junior categories away further up the ladder but, as any racer will tell you, the final steps are often the hardest. The number of spots simply decrease the higher you climb. 'You're far from Formula One, so you don't know if it's possible,' Pin told The Athletic. 'You don't know what is going to happen, but you dream so much, so strongly about it that you don't really think about Formula One every day. You just think about your journey and you see how it goes. 'From (the) age of nine or now, 21, I cannot say if I'm more sure that I will be joining (the) Formula One grid. I don't know. But I'm working for it so hard and working every day at the gym, on track, to be a good driver and to push my limits, so maybe one day I will reach it, and I will be very happy.' One of Pin's earliest motorsports memories is watching F1 on television with her father. She became a fan, but didn't begin dreaming about becoming an F1 driver until Sebastian Vettel won his world championships with Red Bull from 2010 to 2013. 'But then, when Lewis Hamilton came, seeing him winning titles as well — it's very inspiring and you want to do the same,' Pin said. 'I would say around 2013 or '14, when I started racing, I had those moments when I was watching TV and dreaming about Formula One.' Advertisement She frequented the track before she could actually race. At five years old, she watched at the local karting circuit while her father organized 24-hour karting events. 'I loved sharing this with my dad,' Pin said. She had to wait for her turn in the driver's seat, though. Most drivers begin karting at six years old, but Pin had to wait until nine and a half because she was too small (Pin is now 5ft 2ins; 157.7cm). But she was competitive even at that young age — opting for tennis to fill the void until she could jump into a go-kart. And once she did in 2013, Pin fell in love. 'It made me happy since the beginning because I like the environment. I feel (at) home when I'm on track,' Pin explained. 'It's (a) very unique feeling when you go home. When you're home, you feel good, but when you're on track, you feel as good as if you're home. 'I love the speed. I love the adrenaline that you have when you're driving — the vibration, the noise, the smell.' Pin continued navigating the French karting ranks and though her finishes weren't as high as her third place in the 2015 Subaru Karting World Championship, her finishes steadily improved. But budget concerns slowly became more front of mind. 'I started go-karting at nine and when you decide to go in the French Championship and you start to decide that you're going to do some good level of racing, you start to look for money. It was hard from the beginning to find someone (to offer sponsorship funding) — because it's obviously very expensive and the money doesn't come like this,' Pin said. 'I was very lucky that I managed to meet some friends of my dad. When my dad was working in a building, with two different companies in the same building, I was going (there) every Wednesday after school to talk about my racing. They fell in love with my story, so they helped me.' Advertisement For three years, those individuals helped fund Pin's racing and her father became her mechanic. She wasn't with a racing team yet. But then a problem arose. '(In) 2018, we don't have any anything anymore,' Pin continued. 'And in 2019 we said, 'We keep the money for 2019, and we do one race, the biggest race. And if we win, we win, and it's good for us. If we don't win, we don't know what to do.'' That big race was the French Karting Championship. The family pulled together, her uncle helping as well as numerous motorsports friends, Pin explained. Her kart was fitted with 'good materials to compete,' as she put it, and she pulled off the massive feat when it counted — winning the championship. This brought her more racing opportunities. 'Linked to that day, to that win, I have this career,' Pin said. But the budget concerns persisted even after she graduated from karting. Following the 2019 championship victory, she competed in the FIA Girls On Track Rising Stars selection for entry into a Formula Four championship, which she lost after ranking second. ''Here we go again,'' Pin said. 'No idea of what I will do. We had the budget for not even one full race weekend of Formula Four.' Renault invited Pin to compete in three Clio Cup races in 2020 and while she said it was a 'good experience and good race craft,' it ultimately wasn't the direction where she wanted to take her career. But it did raise her profile. The Iron Dames, an all-women sportscar racing team, called — inviting the French driver to test in February 2021. Pin had a month to prepare before hopping into a Ferrari GT car and she impressed so much that she secured a full-time racing program with the team. Pin described it as 'the opportunity of my life,' and she made her start in the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup, competing in a GT car. The 2021 season marked her first in car racing, with Pin also competing in the Michelin Le Mans Cup in GT3. She secured multiple podium finishes, ending the year fifth in that championship. Pin then won the Ferrari Challenge Europe championship the following season. That same year, she won her class (GTE) in the 4 Hours of Portimão — a sports car endurance race in Portugal and part of the European Le Mans Series season where slower GT cars race at the same time as quicker prototype machines. It marked the Iron Dames' first class win in the series, while Pin also secured a class victory in the 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium. Her nickname, 'Pocket Rocket,' came from her speedy performances with the Iron Dames. When Pin joined the team, there was a substantial age gap between her and teammates Sarah Bovy and Michelle Gatting — around a decade, according to Pin. It all goes back to when they were fighting for their first podium in GT racing, when Pin was battling on track against a factory-backed driver to secure a third-place finish. Advertisement 'In an interview, (Bovy, speaking about that race) said, 'Oh, she's a little pocket rocket,'' Pin recalled. ''She's little, but she can be very fast in a big car. I'm sure she will take this third place, and we're gonna enjoy the podium.'' While Pin continued making her name in endurance sports car racing — jumping to the LMP2 category in the World Endurance Championship in 2023 — her target remained to compete in single-seaters on the F1 support ladder. Also in 2023, she competed in the South East Asian F4 Championship — taking a win and second in the standings. And that same year, Mercedes and F1 Academy came calling. News broke in January 2024 that Pin would not only join the Mercedes Junior Programme but would represent the Silver Arrows squad in F1 Academy and be supported by PREMA Racing and the Iron Dames (the two companies forming a sister team relationship). 'They have so much experience and to start a single-seater career with a team like this, it's the best way to start,' Pin said. 'I've learned a lot since (2024).' The French driver's 2024 season featured her making her F1 Academy debut and competing in the Formula Regional European Championship, also racing for the Iron Dames. Pin looked poised to fight for that year's F1 Academy title after winning the first race in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, but Alpine's Abbi Pulling subsequently ran away with the championship. Pin ended the year with three victories and as runner-up in the standings. One of the biggest lessons she took onboard last season was how 'working hard will always pay off.' This is nod toward how she had a strong season start, but then struggled more from the second round in Miami and didn't have the answers as to why. Her FRECA season started in May, after the Miami event, and she was sick during the first round of that championship at Hockenheim, Germany. Advertisement Pin said there wasn't an impact on her performance that weekend, but when competing at Spa later that month, she broke her ribs while coughing with her cockpit seatbelts on. 'We didn't (find) out directly. I (had) been driving the second race and I was not good,' Pin said. 'We found out (afterwards) that I had five ribs cracked. 'I never had an injury before, so when you go through this, you don't know what to do, what to expect, how you will feel, how you will come back. You have this doubt of, 'Imagine I don't come back as good as I was before.'' Pin needed to build muscle around her ribs to help with recovery and rest. She said that breaking your ribs 'is the worst thing' because 'if you break your leg, you can still work your upper body, but if you have (broken) ribs, you cannot do cardio, you cannot do whatever. You cannot pull something; you cannot open the door without having pain. So it was a tough moment.' The FRECA round at Spa last year was the weekend of May 24-26, and F1 Academy did not return to action until its Barcelona round on June 21-23. Pin had to withdraw from racing in the 24 Hours of Le Mans — the showpiece WEC and sports car event — but she was back and competing in F1 Academy that weekend in Spain. Despite the setback, she did return as strong as she was before — but he success was spread further across the rest of the season, as Pulling dominated the standings. Pin's next two victories came during Race 2 at Zandvoort in August and Race 1 in Qatar during the season's penultimate round. 'It was sometimes a bit up and down,' Pin said when talking about the lessons she learned in 2024, 'but the down helps you to be better for high moments afterwards.' She knows the game better heading into this season and is competing in F1 Academy and FRECA once again — the latter being a mixed grid of male and female drivers. And she already has a victory under her belt, taking F1 Academy Race 2 at Shanghai, but no longer has the top spot in the standings after finishing third in Race 2 in Jeddah. Advertisement Ten races are left in Pin's last F1 Academy season and it remains to be seen where she will compete next year and if her F1 dream can continue. But she's making sure to push to the limit and enjoy each step as it comes — a piece of advice she wishes she could give herself when she started out karting. 'Sometimes you forget to enjoy because you are so much into results and you think you (might) make sad people or make people unhappy and stuff. But you forget what you like. I remember when I started, I was in love about the sport. It's how it got me through the difficult moments and also through my whole career. 'Now, I enjoy (it) so much, and it's how it works. If you enjoy everything you do and with the people you like and the people you're working with, the result and the work comes naturally is how you perform.'
