Morning Brief

1. Claude Code source code accidentally leaked
2. OpenAI raises $122 billion in funding
3. Sony to continue raising PlayStation Plus subscription prices
4. Microsoft confirms development of fully native system apps for Windows 11
5. Meta releases Ray-Ban Optic Styles smart glasses
6. SSPAI gets early hands-on with iPhone 18
7. SSPAI Otter addresses ecological pollution concerns with lobster community
8. Google releases Veo 3.1 Lite video generation model
9. News Worth a Quick Look

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Claude Code source code accidentally leaked

On March 31, Anthropic inadvertently included source map files when publishing the ClaudeCode npm package, leading to the exposure of its complete source code. The leak involves nearly 2,000 TypeScript files and over 512,000 lines of code, including core components such as a ~46,000-line query system and a ~40,000-line plugin-based tooling system. Security researcher Chaofan Shou first flagged the issue on X, after which the code was mirrored to public GitHub repositories and quickly amassed tens of thousands of forks.

Anthropic responded that the incident was a packaging error rather than a security breach, and did not involve any customer-sensitive data or credentials. Developer analysis suggests the code reveals a complex memory architecture—including background memory rewriting—and validation mechanisms. While trade secrets remain legally protected, the exposed architectural design could potentially help competitors optimize similar tools, or enable malicious actors to identify vulnerabilities to bypass safety guardrails. Source

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OpenAI raises $122 billion in funding

On March 31, OpenAI completed a $122 billion funding round, reaching a post-money valuation of $852 billion. The round was led by SoftBank and Andreessen Horowitz, with participation from Nvidia, Microsoft, and Amazon. Of the total, $3 billion came from individual investors via banking channels, alongside an expansion of its undrawn revolving credit facility to $4.7 billion.

Business data shows OpenAI generates $2 billion in monthly revenue, with 40% coming from enterprise services. Weekly active users exceed 900 million, with over 50 million subscribers. Its advertising pilot program has generated more than $100 million in revenue in under six weeks. Source

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Sony to continue raising PlayStation Plus subscription prices

Sony Interactive Entertainment stated in a blog post that data from the past two years of player testing shows around 59% of PlayStation users who subscribed to PlayStation Plus at discounted rates chose to renew at higher prices, indicating a recovery in the appeal of PlayStation content and subscription services. Based on this, Sony has internally planned a tiered pricing strategy that includes annual increases of HKD 125 for PS Plus subscriptions. Source

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Microsoft confirms development of fully native system apps for Windows 11

As part of a broader “cleanup” of Windows 11, Microsoft has committed to developing fully native system applications and has formed a new team to drive the initiative. According to Rudy Huyn, Partner Architect responsible for Microsoft Store and File Explorer, the team will focus on Windows 11 app development. Currently, the proportion of native apps in Windows remains relatively low, with some system apps—such as Clipchamp and the Copilot series—still based on web technologies. While it remains unclear whether all new apps will adopt the WinUI framework, Microsoft has confirmed that at least some will no longer rely on web components. Windows 11 itself will also receive major updates, including improved context menu loading, faster File Explorer startup times, migration of the Start menu to WinUI, and support for taskbar resizing and compact layouts. Source

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Meta releases Ray-Ban Optic Styles smart glasses

On March 31, Meta introduced the Ray-Ban Optic Styles series of smart glasses, optimized for prescription lenses. The lineup includes the square-framed Blayzer and the round-framed Scriber. Both models feature a slimmer, lighter design, along with flexible hinges, adjustable temples, and replaceable nose pads. In terms of hardware, they include a camera, privacy LED indicator, open-ear audio, and AI capabilities, with battery life exceeding 8 hours. Users can choose from standard, thin, or ultra-thin lenses at the time of purchase, all supporting anti-reflective coatings.

The Optic Styles series comes with a dark brown charging case, starts at $499, and is now available for pre-order, with shipping expected to begin in April. Source

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SSPAI gets early hands-on with iPhone 18

On April 1, we got our hands on the yet-to-be-released iPhone 18 ahead of schedule. The iPhone 18 is powered by the new A25 Bionic chip, delivering exceptionally smooth multitasking and near-instant loading in demanding games, with outstanding overall performance. Despite a slim 7.4mm body, it packs a high-density 4500mAh battery, significantly improving battery life. It features a 6.2-inch Super Retina XDR display using quantum dot self-emissive technology, achieving 100% color accuracy and near-infinite contrast, along with an ultra-high 800Hz refresh rate for incredibly smooth scrolling. The rear camera system upgrades the main sensor to 120MP, with up to 20x optical zoom, producing sharp and detailed long-range shots. The frame adopts an innovative flexible material that not only enhances drop resistance but also conforms better to the hand for a more comfortable grip.

To better protect this flagship device, we have specially customized a dedicated screen protector for the iPhone 18, using an ultra-thin plastic material derived from food wrap. The design prioritizes an extremely lightweight and close-fitting experience, offering basic protection while preserving the original naked feel of the device as much as possible. The material is highly flexible, conforming to the device’s curves without easily forming bubbles. In addition, this material choice aligns with environmental considerations by reducing time and material waste caused by failed applications. This custom solution has already attracted significant attention, and many users are looking forward to versions for more models. There’s no need to rush—we will gradually roll out a complete lineup of professional tempered glass protectors for the full iPhone series, along with synchronized support for multiple models in upcoming official announcements.

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SSPAI Otter addresses ecological pollution concerns with lobster community

Recently, the head otter of SSPAI’s aquatic ecosystem department held a meeting with the chief of a newly migrated lobster community, addressing repeated incidents of ecological pollution and territorial encroachment caused by its members, and ordering immediate rectification along with strict accountability for those responsible.

The otter emphasized that SSPAI waters welcome the migration of new species, provided they adhere to principles of fairness, friendliness, and responsibility. According to the SSPAI Aquatic Ecology Regulations, any non-native species entering SSPAI waters must truthfully and accurately declare its origin and behavioral traits. The ecosystem department retains full discretion over the conditions and scope of permitted residence, and all species must comply strictly with these conditions. Violators will face prosecution and expulsion.

The department stated it will continue to manage water resources in accordance with regulations, strengthen oversight, enforce accountability among newly introduced communities, and maintain a clean and orderly aquatic environment.

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Google releases Veo 3.1 Lite video generation model

On March 31, Google launched the Veo 3.1 Lite video generation model, designed to support high-throughput video application development. It is now available to developers via the paid tier of the Gemini API and Google AI Studio.

Veo 3.1 Lite supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation, offering 720p and 1080p resolution options, and compatibility with both 16:9 landscape and 9:16 portrait formats. Developers can customize video durations of 4, 6, or 8 seconds. In terms of performance, the model maintains the same generation speed as Veo 3.1 Fast while reducing costs by at least 50%. At the same time, Google announced it will lower the pricing of Veo 3.1 Fast starting April 7 to further reduce the barrier to adopting video generation technology. Source

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News Worth a Quick Look

• On March 31, ollama announced backend support for the Apple MLX framework, further leveraging unified memory architecture, with specific optimizations for the GPU neural accelerators in M5, M5 Pro, and M5 Max chips. The update also introduces support for NVIDIA’s NVFP4 format to balance model accuracy and VRAM usage, and upgrades the caching system to enable cross-session cache reuse, intelligent snapshots, and smart eviction algorithms. Source
• Bloomberg reports that Nothing plans to release its first AI smart glasses in 2027. The product is expected to include a microphone, speakers, and a camera, but may not feature a display, instead relying on smartphones and cloud services for AI processing. Founder Carl Pei, who was previously skeptical of the category, has now shifted to support it and has outlined a strategy to expand beyond smartphones and audio products. Before that, Nothing will continue its current roadmap, updating its phone and earbud lineup in the first half of 2026. Source
• An internal memo obtained by Android Authority suggests that due to declining user satisfaction with the design of recent Google Pixel hardware, Google plans to adjust its product strategy starting in 2028. The new approach will adopt a five-year release cycle (referred to as LTSM—Long-Term Servicing Model devices) to reduce design costs. Future revenue for the Pixel hardware division is expected to shift toward relatively closed, subscription-based software update services. Source
• Reports suggest that after discontinuing the Mac Pro, Apple is planning to reintroduce its rack-mounted server, Xserve. The product, reportedly codenamed A3174, may support up to four Apple M2 Ultra chips and include a BMC controller with 16GB memory and 1TB SSD, potentially powered by M1 or M2 series chips. Apple originally introduced its first 1U rack server in 2002 for file services, web hosting, and cluster computing, but discontinued the line in 2011. Earlier reports indicated Apple has been developing a new server hardware lineup for its Intelligence cloud models, and A3174 could be one such variant. Some analysts also suggest it may serve as a home-based Apple Intelligence hub for local AI inference. Source

• Following a PR crisis triggered by controversial social media remarks—“players become dogs after price cuts”—Logitech China responded to media on April 1, stating that those responsible have been dealt with. The company acknowledged the harm caused to the gaming community and announced it will suspend promotion of its peripheral product lines in mainland China, shifting instead toward real estate and senior care businesses. Plans include launching subscription-based retirement communities equipped with esports centers and daily care services, aiming to “act as children” for gamers and take on caregiving responsibilities. Source
• On March 30, OpenAI Codex launched an official plugin for its competitor Claude Code, named Codex-Plugin-CC. The plugin allows developers to invoke Codex directly within Claude Code without switching tools, enabling tasks such as code review, adversarial review, and task handoff. Users can install the plugin via the marketplace in Claude Code and access commands like /codex:review, /codex:adversarial-review, and /codex:rescue. Source