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Good morning, and happy Wednesday! This is First AI Movers Pro, your daily briefing on the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence. Let’s dive straight into today’s main article.
Firecrawl Offers $1M to Hire AI Agents as Full-Time Employees
In a groundbreaking move, Y Combinator-backed startup Firecrawl has announced plans to hire three AI agents as full-time employees, offering a total compensation of $1 million. This initiative marks a significant shift in the integration of AI into the workforce, positioning AI agents not just as tools but as autonomous contributors within a company's operations.
Firecrawl's decision underscores the growing capabilities of AI agents, which can now perform complex tasks ranging from coding to customer service. By formalizing employment for AI, the company aims to explore the boundaries of AI autonomy and its potential to operate alongside human teams in a corporate environment.
This development raises important questions about the future of work, legal frameworks surrounding AI employment, and the ethical considerations of integrating AI agents into human-centric roles. As AI continues to evolve, such experiments could pave the way for new models of collaboration between humans and machines.
Now, turning to other news in AI...
Quick Takes
Intel Unveils New GPUs for AI and Workstations
At Computex 2025, Intel introduced a new lineup of graphics processing units (GPUs) and AI accelerators designed for professionals and developers. The company extends the Intel Arc Pro GPU lineup to prosumers and AI developers and announces Intel Gaudi 3 AI accelerator availability via rack-scale and PCIe deployments.FBI Warns of AI-Generated Voice Scams
The FBI has issued a warning about hackers using AI-generated voice messages to impersonate senior U.S. officials, targeting both current and former government personnel. The agency advises caution and verification of unexpected communications.AI in Precision Medicine Market to Reach $10.24 Billion by 2032
The Artificial Intelligence in precision medicine market is poised for robust growth, propelled by the urgent need for personalized treatment amidst the global rise in chronic and genetic diseases. The market, valued at USD 1.03 billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 33.18%, reaching USD 10.24 billion by 2032.Italy Fines Replika's Developer $5.6 Million for Data Breaches
Italy's data protection agency has fined the developer of artificial intelligence chatbot company Replika 5 million euros ($5.64 million) for breaching rules designed to protect users' personal data. The authority stated that the company processed personal data unlawfully and failed to implement adequate safeguards.
Tool Highlight
Manus AI is a general-purpose AI agent introduced in early 2025, marking a significant advancement in autonomous artificial intelligence. Developed by the Chinese startup Monica.im, Manus is designed to bridge the gap between "mind" and "hand"—combining the reasoning and planning capabilities of large language models with the ability to execute complex, end-to-end tasks that produce tangible outcomes. This development represents a shift toward intelligent agents that can translate high-level intentions into real-world actions.
That’s all for today—stay curious, keep your GPUs cool, and we’ll meet again tomorrow at the same time.
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