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The barista is human but an AI agent runs this experimental Swedish cafe

The barista is human but an AI agent runs this experimental Swedish cafe

Summary

A new cafe in Stockholm is using an artificial intelligence system named "Mona" to run many parts of the business. While human baristas make and serve the coffee, the AI manages tasks like hiring workers and controlling stock.

Key Facts

  • The cafe is called Andon Café and is located in Stockholm, Sweden.
  • It is operated by a startup from San Francisco named Andon Labs.
  • An AI agent called "Mona" is in charge of the cafe’s operations.
  • Mona is powered by Google's Gemini AI technology.
  • Human staff still prepare and serve coffee to customers.
  • The AI handles business parts such as staff hiring and inventory management.
  • This setup is a new experiment combining human service with AI management.
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