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18 snips
Mar 10, 2025 • 2h 43min

TWiT 1022: Chatting With MrBabyMan - Spring Forward, MWC 2025, AI Poisoning

In this engaging discussion, guests Devindra Hardawar, a Senior editor at Engadget, Mike Elgan, a seasoned tech journalist, and Louis Maresca, an AI engineering manager at Microsoft, dive into the quirky chaos of AI at home. They explore the impact of AI in perpetuating misinformation, especially in geopolitical contexts, and analyze the fierce competition between AMD and Nvidia in the GPU market. The talk also humorously touches on tech innovations showcased at MWC 2025 and the evolving challenges of parental controls in today's digital landscape.
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12 snips
Mar 3, 2025 • 2h 53min

TWiT 1021: Benito On High - Alexa Plus, Goodbye Skype, YouTube on TV

Emily Forlini, a tech reporter from PC Magazine, Doc Rock, a charismatic YouTube personality, and Janko Roettgers, a tech journalist from Gigaom, dive into the latest in tech. They discuss Amazon's AI-powered Alexa Plus and ponder the future of Siri amid its struggles. With Skype's shutdown looming, they reflect on its journey and the rise of Zoom. The challenges of privacy and cybersecurity amid rising crypto crimes are also explored, paired with nostalgic anecdotes about past tech and the importance of teaching Gen Alpha about AI.
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4 snips
Feb 24, 2025 • 2h 46min

TWiT 1020: Smell My Mouse - Biggest Crypto Heist, iPhone 16e, Alexa Revamp

In this discussion, guests Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home technology expert from The Verge, Abrar Al-Heeti from CNET, and internet safety advocate Larry Magid delve into the shocking $1.4 billion crypto heist from Bybit. They explore the implications for digital asset security and the struggle between privacy and user data management. The group also examines Apple’s latest features in iOS, the challenges of Amazon's Alexa, and the rise of synthesized voices in media, all sprinkled with humor and insightful observations.
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5 snips
Feb 17, 2025 • 2h 44min

TWiT 1019: Nickel for Your Thoughts - DOGE Hacked, IRS Supercomputer, Alexa Delayed

Brian McCullough, a host and internet history expert, joins Iain Thomson, a tech reporter, and Wesley Faulkner, a tech influencer, for a lively discussion. They dive into the hacking of Elon Musk’s DOGE website and the potential implications of the IRS’s new Nvidia supercomputer for fraud detection. The trio humorously critiques TikTok's legal turmoil and debates the evolving media landscape as YouTube rises over traditional TV. They also reflect on privacy challenges in the digital age, sparked by Bruce Schneier's insights a decade after Snowden.
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33 snips
Feb 10, 2025 • 2h 50min

TWiT 1018: Self-Driving Government - Meta Torrents Books, Sideloading TikTok, Xbox Sales

Daniel Rubino, editor-in-chief of Windows Central, discusses how Apple's encryption policies clash with UK government demands for data access. IP attorney Cathy Gellis evaluates the legal implications of using pirated books in AI training, shedding light on copyright issues in tech. Lisa Schmeiser highlights corporate shifts away from diversity initiatives and their long-term impacts. The conversation also touches on the complexities of regulating TikTok amid privacy concerns and the evolving landscape of sports betting in America.
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32 snips
Feb 3, 2025 • 3h 16min

TWiT 1017: Yellow-Bellied Marmots - Return of Pebble, O3-Mini, Apple AI

Shoshana Weissmann, a technology policy expert, joins Christina Warren, a seasoned tech journalist, and Dan Patterson, a director specializing in AI and disinformation. They discuss AI safety regulations in light of recent security breaches, highlighting the balance between innovation and accountability. The conversation also covers the revival of Pebble smartwatches and Apple’s struggles in AI and AR. With humor sprinkled throughout, they touch on the need for transparency in tech and share amusing anecdotes about yellow-bellied marmots.
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12 snips
Jan 27, 2025 • 2h 53min

TWiT 1016: Marc or Marx? - Copilot Launch Disaster, DeepSeek, Sir Paul vs. AI

In this discussion, Ed Bott, a senior contributing editor at ZDNet, Sam Abuelsamid, VP of market research at Telemetry Insights, and Owen Thomas, managing editor at the San Francisco Business Times, dive into the chaos surrounding Microsoft's Copilot launch and its pricing woes. They explore the emergence of Chinese AI startup DeepSeek and its innovations, alongside the declining brand value of Tesla. The trio also discusses Paul McCartney's plea for UK protections for artists against AI and the evolving landscape of NFTs and meme coins in the crypto sphere.
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27 snips
Jan 20, 2025 • 3h 3min

TWiT 1015: Smarter Than a House Cat - TikTok, Trumpcoin, Samsung Unpacked 2025

Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief of ZDNet, shares insights on tech trends, while Paris Martineau from The Information discusses TikTok’s critical legal battles and the implications for free speech. Molly White, known for her Web3 expertise, dives into the chaotic world of meme coins, including the rise of Trumpcoin and Melania Coin, highlighting the intersection of cryptocurrency and politics. The guests also explore the ethical concerns surrounding data surveillance in insurance and the evolving landscape of AI-driven innovation.
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56 snips
Jan 13, 2025 • 2h 59min

TWiT 1014: Just Say It's Capitalism - CES 2025, Meta News, Newag DRM

Nicholas De Leon, a senior electronics reporter for Consumer Reports, joins Fr. Robert Ballecer, a Digital Jesuit, and technology activist Cory Doctorow. They dive into intriguing topics from CES 2025, discussing concerns over AI and smart home tech, and the controversial Newag DRM disclosure. They dissect Meta's changing content moderation policies and the implications for users, touching on privacy laws amidst surveillance threats. With humorous anecdotes, they highlight the bizarre trends observed at CES and emphasize the importance of community in the evolving tech landscape.
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31 snips
Jan 6, 2025 • 2h 35min

TWiT 1013: Calamari in Crisis - Touching the Sun, Fake Spotify Artists, Banished Words

Join Richard Campbell, a tech expert and co-host of Windows Weekly, Anthony Ha from TechCrunch, and Stacey Higginbotham, a specialist in IoT and cybersecurity. They chat about NASA's historic Parker Solar Probe touching the Sun, the complexities of TikTok's national security debates, and the rise of AI-generated music, questioning the authenticity of 'fake' artists on platforms like Spotify. Additionally, they discuss the banished words for 2025, adding humor to a tech-heavy conversation.

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