Episodes
Nov. 2, 2023
Thu. 11/02 – Silicon Mesa?
Looks like Disney is finally going to swallow Hulu. One more time we’re going to look at the AI regulation debate, this time noting that governments are regulating tech ahead of time for the first time in a while. You might want to tip your DoorDasher ahead of time. And can I coin a term? Arizona i…
Nov. 1, 2023
Wed. 11/01 – WeWork To The Deadpool?
LinkedIn has an AI job coach for you. Netflix’s ad tier is doing well. But is it doing well enough. You might have thought this already happened, but WeWork seems to be seriously circling the deadpool. A potentially big breakthrough for medicinal discovery via AI. And more on the evolving AI debate…
Oct. 31, 2023
Tue. 10/31 – The New M3 Chips And Macs
All the headlines for last night’s Apple event, including interesting details about the new M3 chips. One year on from Elon purchasing it, what is X worth now? Is Nvidia gonna have to cancel all those chip orders from China? And are people crying chicken little about the threat of AI in order to do…
Oct. 30, 2023
Mon. 10/30 – AI Guardrails
Governments around the world announce guardrails for AI… or, at least, suggest some. OpenAI takes steps to keep you from going to plugins. Meta seems serious about offering a subscription option to Europeans. Your earbuds are about to get smarter. And how AI might finally give us useful robots.
Oct. 28, 2023
(Bonus) Did Tech Recover This Year? With Big Technology
We started this year with layoffs and the whole "Tech Recession" narrative. So, as we wind up the year, did tech recover this year, and if so, how? Also, self-driving cars and speculation on Monday's Apple event.
Oct. 27, 2023
Fri. 10/27 – SBF Takes The Stand
Amazon wraps up tech earnings week. Microsoft raises the alarm about a really sophisticate new hacking group. SBF actually takes the stand. OpenAI sets up a system to keep their AI from, you know, blowing up the world. And, of course, the weekend longreads suggestions.
Oct. 26, 2023
Thu. 10/26 – A Complete AirPods Revamp
Meta earnings from yesterday. Apple seems to be planning a complete revamp of the AirPods lineup. Spotify plans major changes to how it does royalties. X rolls out video and audio calls. And a look at how those new gesture controls work on the Apple Watch.
Oct. 25, 2023
Wed. 10/25 – Boo! Tech Earnings Snuck Up On Us!
Meta got sued by most the States. California has forced Cruise to stop its autonomous vehicle testing. Will earbuds be key in any AI future? Tech earnings season snuck up on me at least. And is Sam Bankman Fried going to have to take the stand in order to keep himself out of prison?
Oct. 24, 2023
Tue. 10/24 – Nvidia Is Gunning For Intel
Nvidia wants to get into the ARM CPU game. Somebody is taking a run at some high value targets via Okta. A new version of maybe the most advanced smart glasses out there. Are you seeing ads when you press pause on streaming? And what is it like to have a robot lawnmower that actually works?
Oct. 23, 2023
Mon. 10/23 – Apple Caught Flat-Footed By Generative AI?
Mark Gurman suggests Apple is scrambling to go all in on Generative AI. Also, will there be a mini Mac event by the end of this month? Okta had a breach. Worldcoin is dogfooding its own token. Would you let your family pick your Tinder matches? And do your kids like telling you where they are at al…
Oct. 21, 2023
(Bonus) The Language AI Experiment
Remember, the order of the languages is Spanish, Arabic, Hindi, Chinese and German.
Oct. 20, 2023
Fri. 10/20 – Net Neutrality Is Probably Coming Back
More on the crypto/terrorism allegations. The FCC is freeing up spectrum for use by AR and VR devices. They’re also laying the groundwork to bring net neutrality back. AMD’s latest chips designed to rival Nvidia. And, of course, the Weekend Longreads Suggestions.
Oct. 19, 2023
Thu. 10/19 – A Setback For OpenAI?
Is crypto being used for terrorism in the current war? Netflix has good earnings and raises prices. Again. Again I ask why tech layoffs have returned. What does it mean if OpenAI had to completely scrap a new AI model? And if those FaceTime video reactions are annoying you, I’ll tell you how to tur…
Oct. 18, 2023
Wed. 10/18 – For Elon, The War On Bots Never Ends
Elon has a fresh idea for fighting bots and maybe making some money. The IRS is finally moving ahead of cheap online tax filing. What are the odds Netflix can muscle its way into the gaming industry. And should I release this podcast in different languages?
Oct. 17, 2023
Tue. 10/17 – Is LinkedIn… Good Now?
A new “affordable” Apple Pencil. Several “fog of war” stories surrounding major tech players. Why are tech layoffs suddenly back? Are Meta’s Ray-Ban glasses good? And is LinkedIn actually the social network you should be investing more energy in?
Oct. 17, 2023
Mon. 10/16 – Nikola Tesla’s Dream Now A Reality
Mark Gurman already has details on a cheaper Vision Pro. Minecraft passes 300 million units sold. Why prompt injection is THE security issue of the AI era. And what if Nikola Tesla’s dream of sending electrical energy over distance without any wires is slowly becoming a thing?
Oct. 16, 2023
Mon. 10/16 – Nikola Tesla’s Dream Now A Reality?
Mark Gurman already has details on a cheaper Vision Pro. Minecraft passes 300 million units sold. Why prompt injection is THE security issue of the AI era. And what if Nikola Tesla’s dream of sending electrical energy over distance without any wires is slowly becoming a thing?
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Oct. 14, 2023
(Bonus) Pixel Review
If my reviews don't float your boat, here are some more detailed ones:
Pixel 8 and 8 Pro review: in Google we trust? (The Verge)
Google Pixel Watch 2 review: better battery, better watch (The Verge)
Oct. 13, 2023
Fri. 10/13 – The Activision Acquisition Goes Through
Microsoft wins its big prize. The EU officially opens and X investigation. VC investment activity has reached its lowest level in years. Netflix dips its toe into the IRL experience business. And, of course, the weekend longreads suggestions.
Oct. 12, 2023
Thu. 10/12 – The IRS Wants A Word With Microsoft
That thing where the IRS says you’ve underpaid your taxes to the tune of almost $30 billion dollars. Adam Mosseri says Threads is NOT coming for the breaking news crown. Those kids today, they love YouTube and they REALLY love iPhones. And forget social chat with your friends. How about social chat…
Oct. 11, 2023
Wed. 10/11 – The Greatest DDoS Attack By Far
The EU is warning Elon Musk over X content related to the Israel-Hamas war. The biggest DDoS attack of all time, by, like, 8x. New image models from Adobe. New PS5s from Sony. New rules from the FTC to help you avoid hidden fees. And checking in with the Sam Bankman Fried trial.
Oct. 10, 2023
Tue. 10/10 – The Veil Between Online And IRL Is Thin
That whole bungled pricing thing has cost the Unity CEO his job. The big 23andMe breach is a different kind of hack. And it turns out if you fall victim to a scam, it’s probably because you were online. Can you charge enough to cover the costs of AI products? And is the Pixel brand finally having a…
Oct. 10, 2023
Listener Meetup Emergency Message!
Holy crap! Anyone coming to the listener meetup tonight, I hope you see this! Turns out Johnny Foley's is closed on Mondays! We will instead try to meet at the Kan Pai lounge in the Hotel Nikko! It's on the 2nd floor. Go up the escalators! Sorry for my error and this late notice!