In today’s edition:

• Peacock's Price Hike: More Expensive Than Olympic Gold Medals

• The Vampire Facial: WTF!?

• Meta's AI: Spending Money Faster Than a Tesla in Ludicrous Mode

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🤿 Deep Dive

Sink Your Teeth Into ‘Vampire Facials’

No, it's not a Halloween-themed spa treatment. The Vampire Facial, also known as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, has gained notoriety thanks to celebs like Kim K and her squad of super sisters.

This cosmetic procedure made headlines recently due to concerns about potential HIV infections. Despite the shock factor, it’s a reminder of the importance of safety in the beauty industry and the need for thorough regulation.

During a Vampire Facial, a patient's blood is extracted, separating the plasma, and reinjecting it into the face. Proponents claim it stimulates collagen production, reduces wrinkles, and rejuvenates the skin.

HIV transmission via unsterile injection is a known risk of beauty treatments and other services, officials say. While the risk of HIV transmission through PRP therapy is low if proper sterilization procedures are followed, any lapse in protocol could have severe consequences. This incident underscores the importance of stringent safety measures in the beauty industry, where the quest for eternal youth shouldn't compromise health.

🍪 News Bites

1. Peacock Raises Prices Again: Is It Made of Solid Gold Now?
   Peacock is turning into the Midas of streaming services, but instead of turning everything to gold, it's turning viewers' wallets to dust. Is it too late to trade our subscriptions for Olympic medals?
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2. Asana CEO Denies Turning Company into Enron, Blames It on Rogue AI
   Forget Enron, now it's all about Asana-gate! When the CEO starts blaming the algorithms, you know it's not just the interns messing things up.
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3. Meta's AI: Faster at Spending Money Than Your Impulse Buys on Amazon
   Meta's AI: Making your budget disappear faster than you can say "Mark Zuckerberg." It's not just intelligent; it's financially reckless!
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4. What's Going on with SoFi Technologies Stock?
   SoFi stock is on a rollercoaster ride, making investors feel like they're in a financial version of Whac-A-Mole. Hold on tight, folks; it's going to be a bumpy ride!
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❓ Question of the Day

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