Business, Spoken

Explore the rooftop laboratory at Colorado State University where crops grow under solar panels, producing food and clean energy. Learn about rooftop agro-voltaics and how it benefits urban environments with increased food production and energy efficiency. Discover the efficiency of rooftop systems in conserving energy and supporting ecosystems in urban agriculture.

Security researchers expose cybercriminals by tricking them with a clever honeypot, revealing their tactics, mistakes, and personal info. They track hackers infiltrating networks through insecure RDP logins, identifying hacker types and objectives. Researchers install Telegram to reveal hacker details, highlighting the manual nature of hacker activities and the prevalence of RDP attacks countered by honeypots.

Exploring WeWork's post-bankruptcy plans for a leaner business model amidst challenges in the co-working industry. Discussing WeWork's renegotiation of leases, bankruptcy restructuring, and potential partnerships in the evolving workspace environment.

US federal judge James Donato discusses plans to rein in Google's illegal Play Store monopoly, hinting at penalties for antitrust violations. The legal battle with Epic Games focuses on restrictions on Google's contracts and potential disruptions in the tech industry. The judge expresses skepticism towards Google's defense and explores proposed penalties and demands by Epic Games.

A San Francisco biotech company is developing a life-extension drug for large dog breeds, aiming to increase their longevity and well-being. The drug has received positive feedback from the FDA and targets a hormone linked to dog size. The podcast explores genetic factors in canine longevity, including breed-specific versions and the discovery of the ERBB-4 gene, with potential impacts for human health and ethical considerations.

Researchers cracked an 11-year-old password to access a $3 million crypto wallet by exploiting a flaw in an outdated password manager. They reverse-engineered and identified vulnerabilities to retrieve the lost password. CyberSystems fixed the password security issue in the password manager and warned users of potential vulnerabilities in older versions.

Food scientists use tangerine and tobacco DNA to create Instagrammable pink pineapples with enhanced taste. Explore the genetic modifications and marketing strategies behind Fresh Del Monte's Pink Glow pineapple, including its visual appeal and social status. Learn about the evolution of pineapples and the release of other varieties like Honey Glow and Ruby Glow.

Uber drivers in London are protesting against a new payment system that they find impossible to understand, sparking discussions and protests over personalized wages and suspicions of opaque pricing strategies in different locations.

US government sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation for monopoly abuse in ticketing market, impacting fans, artists, promoters, and venue operators. DOJ lawsuit explores exclusive contracts, pricing dynamics, regulatory challenges, and potential industry changes.

Discover unique coworking spaces like a converted church and motorcycle garage catering to the remote workforce. Explore the growth of coworking companies in unconventional locations and the trend towards community-driven workspaces. Learn about emerging coworking models with entertainment features like fantasy football drafts and beer-pong tournaments.