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Naomi Campbell rocks a screenless wearable AI Pin with a sneaky sci-fi twist

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Ever wished your shoes had rockets attached for that instant zoom to work? Or dreamt of clothes that could change colors to match your mood? While we may have to wait a bit for those, a new high-tech gadget is here to transform your lapel into a sleek tech companion that can whisper the news, translate languages, take an optical look around or even take calls.

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The Humane AI Pin is an AI-powered wearable gadget. (TED)

The tiny Ai Pin with big features

The Humane Ai Pin was first revealed at the TED conference in April 2023, where co-founder Imran Chaudhri, a former Apple honcho, demonstrated some of its features, such as making phone calls, getting daily summaries, scanning food items and projecting a green screen.

Not just a pretty pin

The device made another appearance at the Paris Fashion Week in September 2023, where it was worn by supermodel Naomi Campbell and other models during the Coperni Spring 2024 runway show. With her legendary status in the fashion realm, Campbell didn’t just bring the glam but also underscored how fashion-forward this wearable tech can be.

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Naomi Campbell wearing a pin that uses AI.

Naomi Campbell wears AI-powered wearable tech. (Coperni)

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The little pin that could

Now, fashion shows are known for their fair share of wild, out-there outfits, but this time around, it was this tiny pin that stole the spotlight. Unlike a giant hat that could shelter a family of four or shoes taller than a toddler, this little gadget promises to pack a punch in the tech department while staying stylish. Humane said that the collaboration with Coperni was based on their shared passion for design, creativity, and technology. 

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The AI Pin contains a mini-projector, camera and speaker. (Humane)

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Fashion meets functionality

The Ai Pin is more than just a flashy accessory—it’s a screenless gadget packed with a mini-projector, camera and speaker, aiming to weave AI into daily interactions. It can be pinned to your clothing and interact with your voice, gestures and environment.

It’s showcasing features like AI-powered optical recognition and real-time language translation, all while prioritizing user privacy. Unlike some gadgets that are always on standby to listen for commands, the Ai Pin doesn’t have this ‘always-on’ listening feature, meaning it’s not constantly monitoring or recording what’s being said around it, which admittedly sounds confusing to this cyberguy.

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Naomi Campbell wearing the AI Pin with a white outfit.

The AI Pin was made with involvement of former Apple executives. (Humane)

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From Apple to Ai Pin

The roots of Humane trace back to 2017, with former Apple executives Bethany Bongiorno and Imran Chaudhri at the helm. The startup has been nurturing the Ai Pin, a device that hints at a new era of wearable technology. The anticipation around Humane’s venture escalated when it was unveiled that substantial financial backing was propelling the Ai Pin’s development, with big names like Sam Altman, the guy behind ChatGPT, and collaborations with OpenAI on the list.

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Woman wearing the AI Pin.

Not all features of the AI Pin are currently known. (Humane)

Veil of mystery

There’s still a veil of mystery surrounding the Ai Pin’s full range of functionalities and how it stacks up against the typical smartphone. As the countdown to its November 9 release draws near, the tech and fashion worlds are holding their breath for what could be a game-changer in wearable tech with the official announcement also sounding mysterious from its two founders: “Our Ai Pin presents an opportunity for people to take AI with them everywhere and to unlock a new era of personal mobile computing which is seamless, screenless and sensing.”

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Here we are, on the cusp of seeing a cool blend of fashion and tech with Humane’s Ai Pin. It’s got the style, the smart tech and a dash of mystery that’s keeping us all on our toes. So far, it may be the closest thing I’ve ever felt like tapping and uttering the command, “Beam me up, Scotty.”

Do you see yourself sporting the Ai Pin on your next night out? Do you think it’ll be a game-changer like the iPhone, or might it follow the path of Blu-ray DVDs? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.

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Ask a doc: ‘Can warming my feet really help me sleep better?’

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When it comes to improving sleep, there are plenty of widely known tips, such as maintaining a regular bedtime, using blackout curtains, avoiding electronics as you wind down and more — but one less common idea is to warm up your feet.

Some studies have shown that people who wore socks to bed or used other foot-warming methods fell asleep faster and stayed asleep longer, according to the National Sleep Foundation in Virginia.

Dr Biquan Luo, a biomedical scientist based in San Francisco, shared her insights into why warming your feet can help you get more sleep — and better sleep. 

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“Warming the feet can have a positive impact on sleep for many people, primarily because of its effect in promoting lower core body temperature and relaxation,” she said.

Core body temperature plays a crucial role in regulating the sleep-wake cycle, Luo noted.

Dr Biquan Luo (left), a biomedical scientist based in San Francisco, shared her insights on why warming your feet can help improve sleep. (Dr. Biquan Luo/iStock)

“As we sleep, our core temperature naturally drops as part of our circadian rhythm,” she said. 

“This decline starts at the beginning of sleep and reaches its lowest point during the early morning hours. Decrease of the core body temperature helps the body fall and stay asleep.”

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Warming the feet — either by using a heating pad, taking a warm bath, using a foot spa or wearing warm socks — can dilate the blood vessels in the feet, causing them to expand and hold more blood, Luo explained. 

“This dilation allows more blood to flow from other parts of the body to the feet. As a result, it can help dissipate body heat and lower the core body temperature.”

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Warming the feet — either by using a heating pad, taking a warm bath, using a foot spa or wearing warm socks — can dilate the blood vessels in the feet, causing them to expand and hold more blood, said a biomedical scientist. (iStock)

The sensation of warmth on the feet can be soothing and relaxing, making it easier to unwind and fall asleep, according to the doctor.

It can also help people who have poor circulation, as reduced blood flow to the hands and feet can lead to cold and numb sensations, she added.

“Warming the feet can have a positive impact on sleep for many people, primarily because of its effect in promoting lower core body temperature and relaxation.”

“In such cases, gently warming the feet can provide relief by increasing blood flow and alleviating discomfort, further helping them fall asleep,” said Luo.

Although warming the feet promotes better sleep, the doctor noted that individual preferences vary — so what works for one person may not work for another. 

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“Some people may prefer cooler feet when they sleep and find that warming their feet disrupts their sleep,” she said. 

For those who decide to try warming their feet before bed, Luo emphasized the importance of avoiding discomfort or injuries from overheating.

Warming feet in bed

For those who decide to try warming their feet before bed, Luo emphasized the importance of avoiding discomfort or injuries from overheating. (iStock)

Elderly individuals also have a decreased heat perception, making them especially vulnerable to injuries from overheating.

“In summary, warming the feet before sleep can be a helpful tip for potentially better sleep, but the effectiveness of this approach may vary from person to person, so it’s important to pay attention to your own comfort and sleep preferences,” the doctor said.

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“If you have concerns about your sleep quality or maintaining the right temperature for sleep, don’t hesitate to consult with a health care professional for personalized advice.”

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Melissa Rudy is health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. 

Why is the crypto market down today?

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Price action across the crypto market remains tilted to the downside as investors and businesses digest today’s higher-than-expected inflation and growing uncertainty over conflict events in the Middle East and Ukraine.

The market volatility led to a rush of liquidations and sent the crypto market total value locked (TVL) to lows not witnessed since March 2021.

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Cryptocurrency market performance, 30-day chart: Coin360

Rising inflation impacts risk assets

The September Producer Price Index (PPI) print showed inflation higher than expected with a 0.5% increase. After today’s PPI print, Bitcoin (BTC) price fell to a two-week low.

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September PPI chart. Source: The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Adding to the tender sentiment surrounding inflation, most major banks still expect the U.S. to experience a recession at some point in 2023.

According to U.S. Bank analysis, further interest rate hikes are likely and investor sentiment remains low in the current economy:

“U.S. equity performance is mixed in the early days of October amid higher-for-longer inflation and interest rate trends and ahead of third-quarter corporate earnings releases.”

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Global economic health. Source: U.S. Bank

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DeFi’s total value locked drops to a multi-year low

The TVL metric is a common way to examine the health and sentiment of proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchains like Ethereum (ETH) as well as measuring TVL across decentralized applications (DApps).

The current crypto market TVL of $36.8 billion is the lowest since Feb. 7, 2021. TVL across the crypto market is currently dominated by Lido (LDO) which holds nearly 38% dominance comparatively.

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Crypto market total value locked and volume. Source: DeFiLlama

The drop in TVL is compounded by low trading volumes which are also down by 15%.

Futures liquidations drive the crypto market lower

When long derivative positions are liquidated without buying pressure from trading volume or large amounts of TVL, crypto market prices are negatively affected.

In the past 24-hours alone, nearly $50.3 million in long positions have been liquidated across the crypto market. The largest liquidation was a Bitcoin long on the OKX exchange, valued at $1.5 million.

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Crypto market liquidations. Source: Coinglass

Some analysts believe the macro economy remains strong enough for now to be a long-term buying opportunity for Bitcoin and other risk assets.

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In the short term, the cryptocurrency market will continue to navigate multifaceted challenges and the ebb and flow of various economic factors will undoubtedly shape its trajectory for the foreseeable future.

This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.