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Today we're diving into Mocha, an AI app builder that turns ideas into working websites in minutes without any coding. Plus, we've got Microsoft and OpenAI's big restructuring deal, Albania appointing an AI as it’s cabinet minister, the FTC launching and inquiry into AI companion chatbots, and ElevenLabs dropping voice remixing tools.
In Today's Edition
Today’s AI Tool Breakdown: Mocha
Quick overview
Mocha turns your app ideas into real websites using just plain English. You describe what you want, and it builds the whole thing — backend, database, hosting, and all.
How to use it
Sign up free at getmocha.com and click "Create App"
Type what you want in the chat box (like "build a yoga booking site")
Watch Mocha generate your app with live preview on the left
Chat with it to make changes ("make the header blue," "add contact form")
Upload images or files if you need custom assets
Hit "Publish" when you're happy with it
Copy/paste starter script
Try this: "Build a simple portfolio website with an about page, project gallery, and contact form." Watch it create everything in under two minutes.
Real-world use cases
Launch a booking site for your service business
Create an e-commerce store with product pages
Build a community forum or blog platform
Make a habit tracker or productivity dashboard
Pro tips
Be specific in your prompts for better results
Use the knowledge.md feature to guide the AI with your preferences
Start with simple ideas, then add complexity through chat
Free vs paid
Free: 120 credits, 1 app, basic features included
Paid: Bronze ($20/month) gets 1,500 credits and 5 apps; Silver ($50/month) for 15 apps
Alternatives
Cursor — better for developers who want to code
Lovable — similar but requires connecting external services
Bolt.new — good but more technical setup needed
Quick demo video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPAqsPOur3c
Today In AI News, The Top 4 Stories (And Why They Matter)
This matters because: OpenAI can now transform into a for-profit company and go public, while Microsoft keeps access to the tech that powers its AI strategy.
Quick summary: Microsoft signed a deal letting OpenAI restructure from a nonprofit into a regular company worth around $500 billion. The nonprofit parent gets over $100 billion in equity, and Microsoft's revenue share might shrink over time. Think of it like your roommate finally buying their own place but you still get to use their Netflix.
This matters because: The government is investigating whether AI chatbots designed as friends or companions might harm kids, which could lead to new rules for the entire industry.
Quick summary: The FTC ordered seven major companies (including OpenAI, Meta, Google, and Character.AI) to explain how they protect children from potential risks when using AI chatbots that act like friends or companions. They want to know how these companies test for harm, restrict kids' access, and handle personal data from conversations. It's like asking babysitters to prove they're actually keeping the kids safe.
This matters because: A country just gave an AI system actual government power over billions of dollars in contracts, marking the first time artificial intelligence will make real political decisions.
Quick summary: Albania's Prime Minister appointed "Diella" (meaning "sun") as the world's first AI minister to handle all public contracts and fight corruption. The AI, which appears as a woman in traditional Albanian dress, will decide who gets government projects worth millions. It's like putting a robot in charge of handing out city hall contracts instead of trusting politicians.
This matters because: Content creators can now transform any voice they own into different ages, accents, or genders without hiring voice actors.
Quick summary: ElevenLabs' new feature lets you change voices you've created by typing simple prompts like "make this sound older" or "add a British accent." You can adjust gender, age, speaking pace, and audio quality while keeping the voice's unique character. It's like Photoshop but for voices instead of pictures.
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