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Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: The FAA is facing a major crisis without a leader because Elon Musk pushed him outElon Musk is reportedly taking control of the inner workings of US government agenciesThat group has been deletedEl Salvador Abandons Bitcoin as Legal Tender After Failed ExperimentBitcoin (BTC) College Savings Plan: Parents Ditch 529 Funds for Crypto Senator Hawley Proposes Jail Time for People Who Download DeepSeekGoogle Lifts a Ban on Using Its AI for Weapons and SurveillanceDrones are now launching drones to attack other drones in UkraineWeird and Wacky: DEA Officer Who 3D-Printed Cocaine Gets 17 Years in PrisonCosta Rican Supermarket Wins Trademark Battle Against Nintendo​​The government had been planning it for 7 years, beavers built the dam in two days and saved them $1 millionTech Rec:Sanjay - Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition Adam - Notebook LMFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

A groundbreaking Chinese AI named DeepSeek is causing chaos in the stock market and raising ethical concerns over data privacy. The Vatican warns about the potential dangers of AI, while scientists edge closer to creating an 'artificial sun' for limitless energy. Exciting advancements in supersonic flight promise global travel in under four hours. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's new payment service challenges existing platforms like Venmo. The fun also includes quirky tales of a meteorite sighting and the return of the beloved Pebble smartwatch.

A federal court ruling declares backdoor searches of data unconstitutional, underscoring the need for warrants. The discussion goes on to explore the fallout of the TikTok ban and the competition between tech giants like Instagram and Tumblr. OpenAI and SoftBank's massive investments in the Stargate project spark intriguing debates. Plus, there's a quirky story about an unusual domain purchase and a dive into apps that help users navigate health risks in food additives. Self-driving car evolution and content platform rivalries also take center stage!

This week dives into the chaotic aftermath of a looming TikTok ban as users scramble to switch to the Chinese app RedNote, facing a rocky migration. A wild ride continues with Elon Musk rumored to be a potential buyer. Environmental solutions are explored with research on bacteria that consume microplastics. Comedic narratives abound with lunar lander misadventures and a man’s absurd quest to recover lost bitcoin. Meanwhile, Walgreens faces backlash over its switch to smart fridge screens, raising eyebrows in the retail industry.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: White House unveils Cyber Trust Mark program for consumer devices'Fundamentally wrong': Self-driving Tesla steers Calif. tech founder onto train tracksMeta to move content moderators to Texas as part of plan to end fact-checking programShark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary Says He’s Nearing Deal to Buy TikTokTikTok tells LA staff impacted by wildfires to use personal/sick hours if they can’t work from homeTiVo-powered TVs are coming to the USNo more needles! Tracking blood sugar on your wristHow ads are chewing through half of your mobile dataWeird and Wacky: Dell mocked at its own press launch for copying Apple’s naming conventionPhysicists magnetize a material with lightMicrosoft disguises Bing as Google to fool inattentive searchersKodak increases film production capacity to meet commercial, consumer demandTech Rec:Sanjay - Shelly Plus Plug Adam - WESTREE Dual Monitor Stand RiserFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Prisons in England and Wales record rapid rise in drones delivering drugsSpace debris weighing over 1,000 pounds reportedly crashes into village in KenyaCloudflare using lava lamps for secure SSL/TLS encryption US appeals court blocks Biden administration effort to restore net-neutrality rulesBill requiring US agencies to share custom source code with each other becomes law1-800-ChatGPT - Calling and Messaging ChatGPT with your phoneCFPB sues JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Wells Fargo over Zelle payment fraud (episodes 239 and 224)NHTSA finally releases new rules for self-driving cars — but there’s a twistMullenweg Pauses WordPress Services - Hopes To Reopen Next Year (episode 361)Weird and Wacky: The Great Exhibition unveils the world's only office roller coaster in StockholmScientists Developed a Questionnaire to Identify if Your Cat Is a PsychopathThe Race to Translate Animal Sounds Into Human LanguageScientists Demonstrate 'Negative Time' In Groundbreaking Quantum ExperimentTech Rec:Sanjay - Orbit by Mozilla Adam - Kensington SlimBlade™ Pro Wireless TrackballFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Discover the surprising environmental impact of TikTok, with its carbon footprint surpassing that of an entire country. Learn about the hacking threats to digital license plates, opening a can of worms in toll collection security. Uncover the nuances of fundraising on platforms like GoFundMe and the rise of GitHub’s AI Copilot for developers. Plus, explore the intriguing dynamics between tech CEOs and politics amidst a backdrop of unique entertainment updates. Tune in for a blend of tech insights, humor, and unexpected revelations!

Amazon launches an online car dealership with Hyundai, revolutionizing car purchasing. An appeals court upholds a law targeting TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance. A cyberattack disrupts Krispy Kreme orders, raising concerns about security. Discussions on AI bias meters in journalism ignite debate, while GM halts robo-taxi efforts, creating industry buzz. The hosts also share amusing tales about mysterious drones in New Jersey and explore innovative tech products, all while keeping the conversation light and entertaining.

Episode 360: Intro Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: OpenAI’s o1 model sure tries to deceive humans a lot​​OpenAI strikes content deal with Tom’s Guide owner FutureSpotify Wrapped is always a mess for parents. The new AI 'podcast' version just makes it worse.A universal ‘Plug and Charge’ protocol for EV charging is coming in 2025Elon Musk Just Got Absolutely OwnedEmployee lawsuit accuses Apple of spying on its workersSundar Pichai says Google Search will ‘change profoundly’ in 2025Weird and Wacky: Runner's GPS Animation Stuns the InternetReal-life ‘invisibility cloak’ one step closer — scientists unveil cutting-edge camouflage material​​Mercedes claims new 'solar paint' could eliminate daily EV chargingTech Rec:Sanjay - Claude by AnthropicAdam - Ultrahuman Smart RingFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Judge rules SiriusXM’s annoying cancellation process is illegalBluesky is on the verge of overtaking Threads in all the ways that matterPokémon Go Data ‘Adding Amplitude to War Is Obviously an Issue,’ Niantic Exec SaysMicrosoft says it built an Xbox game store on Android but can’t launch itNintendo Files Court Documents To Target 200,000-Member Subreddit SwitchPirates​​Instead of AirPods, I'd recommend Meta Ray-Bans as the best tech deal of Black Friday 2024Meta plans to build a $10B subsea cable spanning the world, sources sayWeird and Wacky: Elon Musk Apparently Just Became The No. 1 ‘Diablo 4’ Player In The WorldTech Rec:Sanjay - Startup TrailAdam - ANDTOBO USB Switch Extension CableFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.