Liz Lopatto

Casey Crownhart, a senior climate reporter at MIT Technology Review, sheds light on the confusion and fear at the NIH due to a hiring freeze implemented by the Trump administration, affecting vital research. Meanwhile, Liz Lopatto, a senior writer at The Verge, delves into the rising phenomenon of meme coins, like those launched by the Trump family. They discuss the allure of these digital assets, their ties to cultural memes, and the psychological factors driving their popularity, all while questioning their value compared to traditional cryptocurrencies.

Liz Lopatto, Senior Correspondent at The Verge and crypto expert, joins for a lively discussion on the recent SEC lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase, shedding light on crypto's uncertain future. The team dives into Apple's latest WWDC announcements, like the triumphant return of widgets in iPadOS and macOS, and innovative iOS 17 features such as StandBy mode. They also touch on the balance of safety and privacy with Apple's new functionalities, making for a captivating conversation on tech and finance.

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet, discusses the exciting products announced at Google I/O 2022, including the new Pixel Watch and Android-based tablet. Dan Seifert dives into hardware innovations, while Liz Lopatto offers insights into the tumultuous crypto market impacting stablecoins. Alex Cranz shares the latest gadget rumors and trends, including Apple's shift from the Lightning port to USB-C and the discontinuation of the iPod. The conversation also explores the future of augmented reality and how tech is evolving in a rapidly changing landscape.