Hark Launches Handoff: A Leading Computer Use Agent with Competitive Pricing
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Hark, an AI startup founded by Brett Adcock, has introduced Handoff, a computer use agent that autonomously performs tasks like ordering food and booking flights. Handoff achieved a score of 97.7 on the Online-Mind2Web benchmark, outperforming other models such as OpenAI's GPT 5.4 and Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.8.
This launch is significant as it positions Hark competitively in the AI market, particularly with its pricing strategy, offering services at less than one-tenth the cost of leading models. Handoff's ability to navigate the web and perform tasks efficiently could transform how users interact with digital services, especially given the limited availability of APIs for many websites.
Looking ahead, Hark's future plans include further training of Handoff and potential comparisons with newer AI models. However, questions remain regarding the security of user data and the specifics of the training model used. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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