The podcast discusses the government's collection of data through push notifications. They also talk about Meta's new AI updates and Krispy Kreme opening in Paris. The hosts share their personal experiences with push notifications and discuss the implications of government access to them.
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Meta's new AI updates are clunky and unclear, raising concerns about the user experience.
Governments can access data from push notifications, leading to privacy and surveillance concerns.
Deep dives
The AI Race Heats Up
Meta announces new updates for its AI tools, allowing users to remake AI generated images, but initial experiences are clunky and unclear. Privacy advocates are in favor of Meta fully encrypting messages on Facebook and Messenger, while law enforcement expresses concerns. Campbell Soup launches potato-flavored Goldfish crackers, expanding one of its biggest brands. The Biden administration forgives $4.8 billion in student loan debt, benefiting over 80,000 borrowers.
American Fast Food Chains in Europe
Robinhood expands internationally, offering its crypto trading service to users in the EU, following its recent launch in the UK. Krispy Kreme opens its first shop in France, capitalizing on the success of other American fast food chains in the country. Various American fast food brands have collectively made $9.3 billion in France. The trend of American fast food companies expanding globally continues.
Government Data Collection through Push Notifications
Senator Ron Wyden reveals that governments, including the US, can request data from push notifications, such as phone and account information, app source, and possibly encrypted content. Push notifications route through digital post offices managed by Apple or Google, and governments can use this data to link users to specific accounts or devices. Concerns about privacy and government surveillance arise, with no immediate solution in sight.
Big Brother is out there and he does not take breaks. Your push notifications are being swept up into government data, but what are they actually used for? Plus: Meta’s flaunts some new AI updates and Krispy Kreme gets Parisian.
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