Meta's AI Agent Muse Outpaces ChatGPT Early Numbers

Meta's personal AI agent Muse is reportedly surpassing ChatGPT's early user numbers, with plans to expand to smart glasses and a Tamagotchi-style device. The news overshadowed a busy model drop week, as Anthropic released Opus 5.5 and OpenAI followed with GPT-6 updates just 90 minutes later. The TechCrunch Equity podcast breaks down Meta's consumer AI strategy and its implications for startups building on the technology. Hosts also explore where AI investment is flowing, which products may become daily habits, a16z's new founder school, and two notable AI and hardware deals.