Daily Tech News Show

Tom Merritt
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Apr 19, 2024 • 31min

Facebook is Not a Necessity! - DTNS 4752

What options does Meta in operating in the EU if they can't offer a free version that allows them to collect user data or a paid version that charges for the service? Plus in the age of AI powered services is the term “user” outdated? And Netflix announced its Q1 earnings report on Thursday. How well or not did they do?Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Nate Lanxon, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe, Link to show notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 18, 2024 • 29min

Nanomotors! - DTNS 4751

Dr. Niki Ackermans discusses bacterial nanomotors for fighting infections, Meta's AI integration, sustainable shoe production, YouTube ad blocking, and the rise of audio conversation apps.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 31min

PS5 Pro Specs: Worth It? - DTNS 4750

We evaluate the leaked specs for Sony’s upcoming PS5 Pro. Plus power demand from data centers is holding back AI development. What are the solutions? And US cybersecurity firm and Google subsidiary Mandiant said Wednesday that a hacking group with ties to the GRU was behind the January cyberattack that caused a tank at a water facility in Muleshoe, TX, to overflow.Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 31min

Chat is in the Air - DTNS 4749

YouTube's battle against ad blockers, Mixed reception for Humane AI pin, Introduction of Air Chat as an audio social media platform, Challenges of AI implementation and creating AI-driven soap operas
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Apr 15, 2024 • 30min

Smartphone Race to the Top - DTNS 4748

The podcast discusses Adobe integrating generative models in Premiere, Apple's emulator policy change, and Samsung reclaiming the top spot in global smartphone shipments. They also explore Adobe's AI tools in video editing, controversies around emulators and ROMs, and legal challenges in fake content creation.
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Apr 12, 2024 • 34min

#OpenToWork - DTNS 4747

Exploring the impact of tech layoffs and the aftermath, OpenTable's review changes, latest Chatbot stories, challenges in tech and media job markets, family dynamics in restaurant reviews, cost-effective PC upgrades, challenges and benefits of EV ownership, embracing change post job loss.
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Apr 11, 2024 • 30min

The Deepfake Dilemma - DTNS 4746

Reviewers share thoughts on Humane's AI Pin; Instagram introduces nude image blurring; lawmakers unite against deepfake porn; Apple's spyware response and DuckDuckGo's new product discussed; wearables critique; Instagram's privacy feature; bipartisan efforts on deepfake laws.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 32min

Microsoft Playing the Long Con(Sole) - DTNS 4745

Microsoft planning new Xbox hardware, Blizzard games returning to China in 2024, EU legislation benefits independent browser companies. Tech updates include new e-readers, AI service announcements, and game distribution deals. Discussion on browser preferences, Chrome dominance, gaming console evolution, and challenges of driving an EV in rural areas.
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Apr 9, 2024 • 31min

Android Enhance and Triangulate - DTNS 4744

Android's enhanced Find My Device network is discussed along with big news from Google's Next conference. Tech updates cover Microsoft's data center investments, chip production expansion, and Google's Axion custom arm processor. Comparison between Google and Apple, airline chatbot refund, and EV challenges are also highlighted. EV driving infrastructure development and upcoming company acquisitions are teased with advertisement mentions.
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Apr 8, 2024 • 31min

EV Adoption: It's All About $$$ - DTNS 4743

Ford delays EV rollout in favor of hybrids as public interest in EV wanes. Apple's new guidelines allow game emulators. EU permits music apps to link external websites. Podcast delves into tech updates, ethical AI practices, data privacy, EV ownership trends, and challenges, including Ford's hybrid plans and evolving EV charging landscape.

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