

Daily Tech News Show
Tom Merritt
Tom Merritt and the team help you stay up to date with an independent, authoritative and trustworthy tech news briefing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 27, 2023 • 4min
The New York Times Is Suing OpenAI And Microsoft -DTH
The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright violations. The ban on Apple Watch has been paused by a federal appeals court. Amazon Prime Video will add commercials to content on January 29th.

Dec 27, 2023 • 37min
Best of GDI 2023 - DTNS 4673
In this podcast, the best conversations from 2023 are highlighted. Topics include a forgotten tech demo from 1968, upcoming changes in the streaming world, AI journalism and media organizations, movie characters and cryptocurrencies, AI in exams and lab-grown meat, the evolution of gaming, and the importance of collaboration and limitations of machine-generated content.

Dec 26, 2023 • 4min
Mobile Carrier Mint Mobile Gets Hacked - DTH
Mint Mobile gets hacked exposing customer data, Apple's VisionPro headset rumors, Chevy Blazer EV sales halted due to reported problems.

Dec 26, 2023 • 38min
DTNS 2023 Listener Co-Host Show - DTNS 4672
Regular listeners and supporters George Tsang, Tom DiGianvittorio Jr. (CaptainJack913), and Gary Fisher join the hosts for a quiz and debate show. Topics include a forgotten tech demo, tech trivia challenges, Linda Yacarino's job, AI models, the origins of Star Wars, and the tech Mount Rushmore.

Dec 22, 2023 • 35min
We Got the Gang Back Together! – DTNS 4671
The hosts discuss the failed merger of Adobe and Figma and its implications for the startup industry. They also talk about leaks of Samsung's S24 phones revealing the future of mobile software in 2024, and Sony's resolution of content licensing issues on PlayStation. The podcast explores the concept of ownership in the digital age and the frustrations that come with it. Overall, a lively discussion on tech news and its impact.

Dec 21, 2023 • 29min
The Reality of the VR Space - DTNS 4670
This podcast covers the bankruptcy filing of eScooter company Bird and its implications for the industry, Tesla's alleged blame on customers for vehicle failures, and Microsoft's decision to end support for mixed reality headsets. The hosts also discuss the popularity and sustainability of scooters, and explore potential business models and challenges faced by scooter companies.

Dec 20, 2023 • 30min
Fanboy Freakout! - DTNS 4669
Discussion on tech demo featuring various devices. Samsung's self-repair program expansion and patent dispute. The changing landscape of the gaming industry. Challenges of accessing sports content through streaming services. Ransomware attack on Insomniac Games. Reminder of live show schedule and guest announcement.

Dec 19, 2023 • 29min
Google Pays $700 Million, You Get $2 - DTNS 4668
Google settles lawsuit with US attorneys general, TomTom partners with Microsoft for generative models in automobile software, State of VR/AR in 2023, Apple's upcoming Vision Pro in the VR market, Apple's entry into VR and fiber internet rollout in Knoxville, TN.

Dec 18, 2023 • 31min
Bad Week for Apple - DTNS 4667
Apple halts sales of Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. US lawmakers investigate Apple's blocking of Beeper services. Epic's victory in Epic vs Google case has implications for Android developers.

Dec 15, 2023 • 32min
Disney's Removing the Duct Tape and Bubble Gum - DTNS 4666
The podcast discusses the technical challenges of integrating Disney+ with Hulu, the controversy over devices listening to conversations, the potential of quantum computing and supercomputers, the challenges of integrating Hulu's catalog into Disney Plus, the integration of Hulu into Disney Plus, and a cover profile on a successful gadget reviewer with upcoming content.


