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Open Source Devs Are Waging War Against AI Crawlers

Twin Launches AI Agent for Qonto to Automate Invoice Retrieval

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Mcdonald Odijie
March 28, 2025

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Open Source Devs Are Waging War Against AI Crawlers

AI crawlers are aggressively scraping open-source projects, ignoring "robots.txt" and overwhelming servers. In response, developers are deploying creative defenses like proof-of-work challenges (e.g., Anubis), deceptive traps (e.g., Nepenthes), and even banning entire countries. This battle raises concerns over AI’s unchecked data harvesting, prompting calls for regulation. As defenses grow more sophisticated, the fight between open-source devs and AI scrapers is far from over.

Twin Launches AI Agent for Qonto to Automate Invoice Retrieval

Automation startup Twin has launched Invoice Operator, an AI-powered agent that streamlines invoice retrieval for Qonto’s 500,000+ business users. Unlike traditional RPA tools, it dynamically navigates web services without manual scripting, using OpenAI’s CUA model. This frictionless automation hints at a future where AI agents handle broader business tasks, potentially reshaping B2B operations and challenging tools like Zapier and RPA.

ChatGPT in 2025: Evolution, Challenges, and Future Prospects

ChatGPT now has 300M+ users, with new image-generation tools launching for Pro users ($200/month). Leadership shifts, legal battles, and fierce competition shape its future. Can OpenAI stay ahead?The Future of Liberal Arts in the Age of AI

The Future of Liberal Arts in the Age of AI

As AI disrupts jobs, critical thinking, ethics, and adaptability—hallmarks of liberal arts—are gaining importance. Experts argue that humanities graduates will evaluate AI content, navigate biases, and shape AI ethics. Rather than becoming obsolete, liberal arts may redefine their value, proving that in an AI-driven world, the most crucial skill is thinking like a human.

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Can Deepfakes Damage Your Health?

Today, more of us than ever are turning to the internet and technologies like remote medicine for healthcare services and advice.

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