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Damn, the Cluely ragebait got us

What if cheating was just…the future of work? That’s the pitch behind Cluely () , the viral AI startup that claims its stealthy browser overlay is “undetectable” and can help users bluff their way through everything from job interviews to exams. The company has raised $5.3 million and sparked a wave of backlash from startups…

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@agenthimzz

May 2, 2025 at 2:42 pm

Hey Roy, They made a video bro!! You are on fucking TechCrunch.

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Part Steam Deck, part VR headset and, yes, it plays Half-Life Alyx. Here’s everything I’ve discovered so far.

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