Tech CEO in Las Vegas Receives Threatening Package Over AI Real Estate Deal
Blake Owens, CEO of Agrippa, an AI-powered real estate platform, received a bloodied pig’s head and an anonymous letter criticizing his use of artificial intelligence in the industry. The Las Vegas police are investigating the incident.
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Talking to the publication, Owens said the package arrived on July 29 and appeared to be a reaction to an interview he gave in June about using AI to assist in a real estate deal. “Perhaps this person watched too much of The Godfather,” Owens remarked.
“Needless to say, I still take it very seriously, but don’t feel like I’m being truly threatened. It was a message,” he added. The letter, signed only with the initial “M,” argued that “AI is not going to replace brokers” and slammed Owens’s understanding of the industry.
Owens believes the sender may be worried about losing their job to AI, but he stressed that his goal is to help professionals adapt to new tools, not replace them. Despite the gory delivery, Owens expressed no ill will toward the sender.
“I don’t want to punch down on this person; they may be in a tough spot in life,” he said. “You don’t become a better person by making another man a lesser person,” he added.
Agrippa, the company Owens heads, is a leading AI-powered platform in the real estate sector. The company aims to streamline the real estate process using advanced AI technologies, making it more efficient and accessible for both buyers and sellers. However, the incident highlights the concerns and fears of some in the industry about the potential impact of AI on traditional roles and practices.
The Las Vegas police are currently investigating the incident to determine the sender’s identity and motivations. Owens remains committed to his vision of integrating AI into the real estate industry in a way that benefits all stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Blake Owens?
Blake Owens is the CEO of Agrippa, an AI-powered platform that aims to revolutionize the real estate industry.
What did Blake Owens receive in the package?
Blake Owens received a bloodied pig’s head and an anonymous letter criticizing his use of AI in real estate.
Why did the sender send the package?
The sender likely sent the package as a reaction to Owens’s use of AI in real estate, possibly out of concern about job displacement.
What is Agrippa?
Agrippa is an AI-powered platform that aims to streamline the real estate process using advanced AI technologies.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The Las Vegas police are currently investigating the incident to determine the sender’s identity and motivations.
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