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The Big Story: Pope Tells Priests to Skip AI for Homilies

Pope Leo XIV (yes, there is a new Pope) told priests to "use their brains, not AI" when writing homilies. The story hit the front page of Hacker News.

*What this means: Even the Vatican is paying attention to AI. Whether you love it or hate it, AI is becoming part of every industry — even church.

Why it matters: If your job involves writing, thinking, or creating — AI is now a conversation in your industry. That’s the market reality.

Europe’s Moment: Austrian Company Hiring for AI

Bitmovin (Austria-based video streaming company) is hiring interns for AI this summer.

*European AI jobs are growing. This is the market we’re targeting.

The OpenClaw Story: Google Blocks AI Access

Google is restricting OpenClaw users from accessing Google AI Pro/Ultra subscriptions. 562 points on Hacker News. Big discussion about API access and vendor lock-in.

*What this means: When you rely on a single provider, they can cut you off. This is exactly why local AI matters.

Quick Hits

• Loops: A federated, open-source TikTok alternative — 387 points
• Timeframe: Family e-paper dashboard (what you could build with e-ink displays) — 1016 points
• CIA World Factbook Archive: 35 years of data, searchable — 300 points

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