Tech expert Patrick Norton joins the hosts to discuss the US government's concerns over Kaspersky Lab, SpaceX's Starlink Mini launch, and the impact of AI chatbots on human intelligence. They explore the implications of AI tools on cognitive abilities as individuals age and debate the influence of internet search on memory and decision-making processes.
Kaspersky Lab classified as US national security threat by Department of Commerce.
SpaceX launches portable Starlink Mini satellite dish for remote internet access.
Deep dives
Sleep Number Smart Bed Offers Individualized Comfort
Sleep Number Smart Beds are designed to cater to individual sleep preferences, allowing users to adjust firmness levels and temperature for a better night's sleep. The beds are currently available starting at $999 during a promotional period.
YouTube Cracks Down on VPN Usage for Cheaper Premium Subscriptions
YouTube is enforcing restrictions on users who use VPNs to access premium subscriptions at lower prices. The company requires users to update their billing information to match their current residence, and some users reported canceled subscriptions due to this policy.
Vulnerability in Phoenix Firmware Affects Multiple Intel Chip Models
A vulnerability named 'Ufi Can Has Buffer Overflow' in Phoenix's secure core firmware affects various Intel CPU models, potentially impacting PCs from Lenovo, Dell, Acer, and HP. Lenovo has released firmware updates to address the issue in their devices.
SpaceX Introduces Portable Starlink Mini with Integrated Wi-Fi Router
SpaceX unveils the portable Starlink Mini satellite dish with an integrated Wi-Fi router, suitable for remote connectivity with an average power consumption of 20-40 watts. Priced at $600 with an additional $30 monthly subscription cost and a 50GB data cap, the device aims to provide internet access in areas with limited connectivity.
The US Department of Commerce classified Kaspersky Lab as a threat to US National security, SpaceX launches the Starlink Mini, and Patrick Norton makes us smarter about chatbots making us dumber.
Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Patrick Norton, Amos, Joe.