Jason Hiner

Iain Thompson, a veteran UK tech journalist, joins Jason Hiner, an AI-focused editor, and Owen Thomas, managing editor of the San Francisco Business Times. They explore whether we’re in an AI gold rush or heading for a crash. Discussion covers the potential benefits of smaller AI models versus massive data centers, the ethical implications of AI in healthcare, and the geopolitical race between the US and China. They also touch on quirky AI holiday uses and the ramifications of recent social media policies.

Jason Hiner, Editor-in-chief of The Deep View and an AI newsletter writer, shares insights from CES 2026. He highlights how AI is becoming central in both consumer and enterprise products, sparking debates on practicality versus hype. The discussion includes NVIDIA's game-changing tech, the necessity of ethical AI in healthcare with ChatGPT Health, and a focus on emerging AI wearables. Hiner also addresses skepticism from figures like DeSantis and the implications of robotics on safety and privacy, making for a captivating commentary on the future of AI.

This week features Fr. Robert Ballecer, the 'Digital Jesuit' exploring tech ethics, Jennifer Pattison Tuohy from The Verge sharing her hands-on CES insights, and Jason Hiner, AI expert analyzing the latest trends. They dive into the strange ideas like toilet cameras for health monitoring and discuss the practicality of humanoid robots versus task-specific devices. The panel also highlights innovations like LEGO's Smart Brick, advanced local AI processing for privacy, and the implications of AI companions. A thought-provoking look at tech’s balance between innovation and everyday utility!

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy shares her insights from CES, highlighting quirky tech like toilet cameras and AI-driven hair-drying robots. Jason Hiner dives into the implications of Nvidia's new chips for on-device AI, while Fr. Robert Ballecer, the Digital Jesuit, reveals his top picks including innovative mobility aids. The panel debates the balance of safety and innovation in robotics, as well as privacy concerns surrounding smart devices. Tune in for lively discussions on the future of AI and smart home technology!

Ian Thompson, a UK-born tech journalist and skeptic, shares his insights alongside Jason Hiner, an AI-focused editor, and Owen Thomas, a business journalist analyzing AI's economic impact. They dive deep into whether we are in an AI bubble or a healthy evolution and discuss the rise of smaller AI models challenging data center dominance. The conversation also touches on AI’s role in medicine, the geopolitical AI arms race, and the ethical considerations surrounding social media regulations and privacy in the age of AI.