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Experts discuss the spread of bird flu in US dairy cattle, highlighting challenges in tracking the virus among workers. The chapter also explores USDA regulations on testing cattle for H5N1 and risks of consuming raw milk.

US government urges tech companies to enhance cybersecurity through a pledge, with focuses on reducing default passwords and improving vulnerability disclosures. The challenges in obtaining commitments from tech firms and the shift towards broader progress measurement are discussed, highlighting the importance of corporate responsibility in cybersecurity.

President Biden updates directives to protect critical infrastructure against cyber threats, terrorism, and climate change. New cybersecurity measures aim to enforce minimum security requirements and promote collaboration with industries. The government focuses on enhancing intelligence sharing, particularly for infrastructure operators, and finalizes a list of Systemically Important Entities for regulation and cybersecurity in critical sectors.

Exploring the reinstatement of net neutrality rules by the FCC, covering broadband classification under Title II, prevention of content blocking/throttling, and the ongoing push for an equitable online environment. Discussion on the importance of net neutrality laws in the US and the push for state-level protections to maintain a fair and accessible internet for consumers.

Explore the FCC's decision to restore net neutrality rules, preventing ISPs from blocking, throttling, or offering paid fast lanes. Discuss the impact of industry behavior under different regulations, and the importance of consumer protection in the digital age.

Explore the controversy of sexually explicit 'AI girlfriend' ads on Meta platforms versus treatment of human sex workers. Discover the prevalence and features of AI companions compared to challenges faced by real sex workers in advertising. Delve into the ethical concerns and consequences of AI apps creating explicit content, shedding light on shady developer practices and challenges due to censorship.

Tech workers are now free from noncompete agreements, leading to potential wage increases, enhanced job mobility, and increased innovation in the tech industry. The episode discusses the legal ramifications and challenges faced by tech workers fighting against noncompete clauses.

Exploring the impact of the upcoming Bitcoin halving on crypto mining companies, challenges they face in maintaining profitability, adapting to the fluctuating market, diversifying revenue streams, upgrading equipment, skepticism surrounding profitability post-halving, and technological advancements in the mining industry.

Exploring the challenges and decline in the plant-based meat industry in the US, with companies facing pricing, taste, and competition issues. Advancements in plant-based meats by companies like Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat are discussed, highlighting the importance of the plant-based movement in reducing climate impact of diets.

Scammers use deepfake technology in romance scams, building trust through face swapping. Discussion on the risks associated with deep fake technology and scammers' adaptability in perpetrating deception on victims with advanced AI advancements.