• Innovation Spotlight - DJ.Studio

• Spotify testing Spanish AI DJ

• Crate-A-Mania Party tonight

• Humane trying to sell as AI Pin crashes

• Hickies & Dry Humps

Innovation Spotlight: 

DJ.Studio - Revolutionizing the DJ Game

DJ.Studio is here to shake up the DJ software scene with its powerful AI-enhanced capabilities. Designed for both beginners and seasoned pros, this app makes mixing tracks faster, smarter, and more fun. With features that allow for seamless integration with platforms like Mixed In Key, Spotify and YouTube, DJ.Studio is all about maximizing creativity and efficiency.

Key Features:

• AI-Driven Mixing: Leverage advanced AI to create smooth transitions and innovative mixes with just a few clicks.

• User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive design that caters to all skill levels, making it easy to dive into the world of DJing.

• Enhanced Connectivity: Integrates with your existing music libraries and popular streaming services, ensuring you have all your favorite tracks at your fingertips.

• Customization: Offers personalized automix options, letting you adjust transitions and track orders to fit your unique style.

What’s Next for DJs?
With DJ.Studio, DJs can now focus more on the creative aspects of their sets rather than getting bogged down by technical details. This tool is perfect for those looking to elevate their mixing game and explore new artistic possibilities.

What Does It Mean for You?
For DJs interested in AI and tech advancements, DJ.Studio represents a significant leap forward. It allows for greater flexibility and creativity, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving industry.

Ready to transform your DJing experience? Check out DJ.Studio and see how it can revolutionize your sets.

Spotify's AI DJ Goes Bilingual

Spotify's AI DJ, known for curating personalized music selections, is stepping up its game with a new Spanish-speaking version. Spotted by tech expert Chris Messina, this update hints at a new AI DJ named "DJ Livi" in the app's code, set to launch in Mexico. If rolled out, DJ Livi will mark Spotify’s first language expansion since DJ X.

• Enhanced Reach: Engage Spanish-speaking audiences with AI-driven music personalization.

• New Market Potential: Tap into the massive Spanish-speaking user base in the U.S. and globally.

• Advanced AI Features: Benefit from Spotify's continuous AI advancements, like host-read ads and personalized playlists.

What’s Next? While still experimental, the addition of DJ Livi shows Spotify’s commitment to reaching broader audiences and tapping into the massive Spanish-speaking market.

Stay tuned for more updates and read the full scoop on TechCrunch.

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This week, the Dangerous DJs team put on a great Sratch-A-Mania event. Tonight, they are tag teaming with Crate Hackers to talk music, crates, and bangers.

And we want to invite EVERYONE onto Zoom to watch Dynamix vs. Ragoza to see who's got the best '90s crate edits!

Plus, Jason Jani, Justin the DJ, Miguel Mixx (toured with Bad Bunny & huge latin acts) and DJ ADMC will also be there to show off their top bangers right now. These guys are all curators at Crate Hackers and are about to deliver the GOODs.

No wild & crazy pitching tonight from me. lol Just vibing, listening to great music & inspiring you to freshen up your crates with some deep cuts.

We're doing everything on Zoom tonight so that Facebook won't shut down our stream or censor it for "violations," lol.

This is your chance to get that "VIP feel" backstage with some absolute legends.

Tech Tumble: Humane Seeks Buyer for AI Pin After Rocky Launch

Humane is officially on the hunt for a buyer, pricing their innovative yet troubled AI Pin between $750 million and $1 billion. The wearable tech, backed by industry veterans and substantial investments, promised to revolutionize how we interact with AI but stumbled upon its release.

• Underwhelming Debut: Priced at $699, the AI Pin was criticized for slow responses and a user experience that didn't live up to the hyped, always-on AI assistant.

• Technical Troubles: Reviewers pointed out issues with the software's consistency, poor battery life, and overheating—a less than ideal start for such a high-profile gadget.

• Investment and Innovation: Despite raising $230 million from top-tier investors like OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Humane's first product fell short of expectations, although recent updates aim to enhance its capabilities with AI advancements like OpenAI’s GPT-4o model.

What’s Next? As Humane seeks a new owner, the future of the AI Pin and its technology remains uncertain. The company hopes that the recent software upgrades and the integration of more advanced AI will make it a more appealing acquisition.

What Does It Mean for DJs? For DJs, the evolution of wearable AI technology like the AI Pin could signal new ways to interact with music and audiences. While this particular device has faced setbacks, the concept introduces potential for hands-free control and enhanced live performance tools that could one day transform DJ booths.

Explore the full story and Humane's potential paths forward here