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Cursor vs Windsurf (now Devin Desktop): which should you pay for?

Cursor starts cheaper at $8/mo, but Claude & GPT are billed at API list price on Premium+.
Devin Desktop's $20 Pro includes frontier models.
Full breakdown: https://t.co/UV9rVhnz55

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Cursor's $8 plan isn't as cheap as it looks if you use Claude.

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This week in AI coding, in 60 seconds 🧵

1/ Cursor is now part of The X Subscription. Plans start at $8/mo, but Claude and GPT usage is billed at API list price on Premium and up, so check your real cost before switching.

2/ Google Play now runs private, vibe-coded apps on your own Android phone. Build it by prompt, and it stays off the Play Store.

3/ Meta's Muse Spark Open is an open-weight coding model with a 1M-token context, built for agents.Full digest, every item sourced: https://t.co/SYMSYKs9KF

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I built VibeCodeDex, a no-hype directory of AI coding agents (Cursor, Claude Code, Copilot, Devin, Lovable, Bolt, v0 and more) with honest head-to-heads and a 5-minute weekly digest.

Issue #1 is out 👇
https://t.co/6XreQvITak

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@TjFrederick44 @georgiedigital Amazing Tyler. Big things ahead for you!

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@elonmusk @realDonaldTrump Do you want a government shutdown? Or a CR? They have to pass something don’t they?

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@Bing_Chris Congrats Chris! ProPublica is very lucky to have you.

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@CollinHenriques Congrats Collin! Great season.

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@danturrentine @megynkelly @MegynKellyShow Great work Dan.

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@CollinHenriques @jack_martin09 Awesome catch Collin!

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@C_C_Krebs @CISAJen @DHS_Policy Congrats @C_C_Krebs

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@CollinHenriques Awesome catches Collin!

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@CollinHenriques @OaktonHS @OaktonAthletics @OaktonFootball @VYIfootball Wow! Awesome highlights Collin.

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A8. (1/2) Future regs blend of self-reg and gov. oversight. Industry self-reg is essential, and promotes innovation, but gov. guidelines are also vital for standardizing ethical practices and protecting public interests. #eweekchat

[James Maguire @JamesMaguire]

Q8. Will the AI sector regulate itself? Or will AI regulation be government vs. industry conflict in the years ahead? #eWEEKchat

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A7. Vendors should comply w/ AI ethical standards, incl. evaluating their AI's transparency, data handling, and bias mitigation. Establish AI reg compliance as a key part of vendor contracts. Approach maintains ethical standards and aligns w/ broader corporate goals. #eweekchat

[James Maguire @JamesMaguire]

Q7. Strategies for working with vendors? How should a focus on regulating AI inform a company's dealings with vendors? #eWEEKchat

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A6. Effective AI regulation w/in company requires strategic leadership. Roles like CTO, CIO, or Chief Legal Officer are key, and some firms might benefit from an AI Ethics Officer. This leadership ensures AI aligns with legal, ethical, and business goals. #eweekchat

[James Maguire @JamesMaguire]

Q6. Which executives should be responsible for regulating enterprise AI? Does the task require a new hire? #eWEEKchat

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A5. Continuous, on-going training for staff in ethical AI practices, data security, and bias mitigation is vital in the fast-evolving AI landscape. Such programs align with efforts to enhance AI workforce skills, ensuring a responsible AI environment. #eweekchat

[James Maguire @JamesMaguire]

Q5. Also regarding staff: what role can AI training play? Thoughts on strategy for training staff to better regulate company AI? #eWEEKchat

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A4. Developing a comprehensive Code of Conduct is essential for AI use. It should cover ethical AI practices, data privacy, and preventing biased AI content. Employee training is crucial for responsible AI use, in line with privacy and civil rights standards. #eweekchat

[James Maguire @JamesMaguire]

Q4. Drilling down: What about company staff and AI regulation: what rule(s) should guide employee use of generative AI? #eWEEKchat

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Transparency is crucial for responsible AI deployment. Companies need to be clear about the capabilities and limitations of their AI, as well as how data is used. This openness fosters trust and ensures alignment with ethical and legal standards, which is fundamental. #eweekchat

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Q3. What is one key overall rule or concept you’d recommend to help companies regulate their gen AI deployment? #eWEEKchat