A cannabis vape device called Gudtrip is drawing attention in the tech community with a bold claim: "every puff earns Bitcoin." Marketed as an integration of AI and cryptocurrency, the device targets users eager for novel tech experiences.
Developments
The concept of a blockchain-linked vape device gained massive traction back in April. The product was advertised with visuals claiming it would reward users with Bitcoin for vaping. However, technical details regarding how the device identifies users, verifies puff counts via AI, or distributes the Bitcoin remain highly vague.
Observers suggest this may simply be a marketing gimmick, riding the hype waves of AI and cryptocurrency to sell standard vape products.
Why it matters
The bizarre combination of AI, cryptocurrency, and consumer devices like vapes highlights the overexploitation of the trend to 'AI-ify' everything. For Vietnamese consumers, this serves as a warning against shady products branded as 'high-tech.' Inhaling unfamiliar substances through unverified devices, driven by unrealistic financial promises, poses significant risks.