What's New

Ken Segall, the man behind Apple's 'i' products, discusses the potential of dropping the prefix. They explore Apple's risk-taking history, the naming process and impact of the iMac, and how Steve Jobs' vision shaped the company's success.

Exploring the deceptive tactics used in Roblox and Fortnite to lure children into fraudulent schemes. Delving into website hijackings pushing scams at young players. Highlighting online fraud targeting kids and efforts to mitigate the issue. Unveiling a scam targeting kids through Fortnite and Roblox.

Explore the advancements in emotionally expressive chatbots like OpenAI's GPT-40, discussing new personality traits such as emotions, laughter, and flirtatious responses. Learn about ethical concerns surrounding human-like AI interactions and the blurred lines between humans and chatbots, delving into the risks and potential for misuse.

Exploring the transition to electric school buses for grid support, including Vehicle to Grid Technology. Discussing the importance of energy storage in grids with renewables and the potential of EV batteries for grid support.

Alexey Pertsev, cofounder of a crypto-anonymizing tool, faces over five years in prison for laundering $1.2 billion in crypto. The podcast discusses the controversy around Tornado Cash enabling criminals to launder money, the implications for crypto privacy, and the legal accountability of developers in money laundering cases.

Exploring the struggles of startup companies Rabbit and Humaine in integrating generative AI with hardware. Comparing their challenges with those of tech giants in the industry. Discussing the impact of conversational interfaces on application models and the hurdles faced by AI hardware startups in branding and revenue generation.

Exploring the challenges faced by Neuralink with a brain implant malfunction, advancements in brain implant technology, comparisons with other devices, and the life-changing experiences of a patient with a Neuralink implant

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. discusses his rare experience with both a brain parasite and mercury poisoning. The podcast covers the intricacies of these conditions, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It also delves into the risks of mercury toxicity from fish consumption and the impact on vulnerable populations.

The podcast discusses OpenAI's exploration of responsibly generating AI porn, Microsoft's response to AI tool misuse, and other news stories from Wired, including a promotion for NerdWallet's Smart Money Podcast.

OpenAI introduces Media Manager to give artists control over their work with AI. Creators can now opt out of having their work used in AI training. Discussing ethical considerations, data control, and the need for universal opt-out tools for creators.