
Discover Daily by Perplexity
Discover Daily by Perplexity is your bite-sized briefing on the latest developments in tech, science, and culture. In a few minutes, each episode curates fascinating stories and insights from Perplexity's Discover feed to enrich your day with knowledge and spark your curiosity.From AI breakthroughs to space exploration, leadership shakeups at tech giants to the societal impact of advancing technologies, Discover Daily keeps you informed on the trends and ideas shaping our future. Leveraging Perplexity's powerful search and ElevenLabs' lifelike AI voice, the podcast transforms how you absorb information on the go.Hosted by Perplexity and featuring an unbiased, thought-provoking perspective, Discover Daily has quickly become a top tech podcast. With new episodes released daily, it's the perfect way to stay plugged into innovation and expand your mind, one captivating story at a time. Subscribe now on your favorite platform.Download our free mobile app at https://pplx.ai/download
Latest episodes

Jun 26, 2024 • 7min
Titan's Missing Waves, China's Lunar Triumph, and Volkswagen's Rivian Investment
Explore the mystery of Titan's smooth lakes, where cold, heavy air stifles wave formation. Discover China's Chang'e 6 mission, a landmark achievement that returns samples from the moon's far side, enhancing our understanding of lunar geology. Lastly, delve into Volkswagen's $5 billion investment in Rivian, marking a significant shift in the competitive electric vehicle landscape. These stories highlight the ongoing interplay between astrophysics, space exploration, and the evolving automotive industry.

Jun 25, 2024 • 8min
Wikileaks Saga Ends, Music Giants Sue, and Earth's Best-Kept Secrets
Explore the latest twists in the Julian Assange case, including a surprising plea deal that could lead him back to Australia. Dive into the legal battle as major record labels take on AI music startups over copyright disputes. Discover how Antarctica's unique treaty fosters peaceful scientific collaboration. Finally, learn about a groundbreaking study that traces Earth's fresh water origins back 4 billion years, reshaping our understanding of early life on the planet.

Jun 24, 2024 • 8min
Starliner Faces Crisis, Apple AI Delayed in Europe, OpenAI Acquires Rockset, HIV Injection Breakthrough, Starlink Mini Satellites Launch
OpenAI's recent acquisition of Rockset could enhance AI accessibility for users. Boeing's Starliner spacecraft faces major challenges, stranding astronauts at the ISS. SpaceX unveils the Starlink Mini, a compact satellite that promises internet access across the U.S. A groundbreaking HIV prevention shot from Gilead indicates a 100% success rate among women and girls in Africa. Meanwhile, Apple delays its AI features in Europe due to regulatory hurdles, raising questions about privacy and market competition.

Jun 21, 2024 • 5min
Anthropic’s Claude 3.5 vs GPT-4.0, AI-Script Backlash, Netflix House Launch, Smartphone Ban, and World’s Oldest Wine Discovery
Explore the groundbreaking capabilities of Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet, which is redefining AI potential in creative fields. Delve into the controversy surrounding an AI-scripted film cancellation that raises questions about technology's role in storytelling. Netflix's innovative plans to launch immersive retail spaces add excitement to the entertainment landscape. Plus, California's proposed smartphone ban in schools tackles student mental health issues. Finally, uncover the secrets behind the world's oldest known wine, offering a unique glimpse into ancient Roman culture.

Jun 20, 2024 • 10min
Future of AI Safety, TikTok's Creative Tools, Banana's Viral Success, and Astronomical Discoveries
Explore the ambitious launch of Safe Superintelligence Inc., aiming to prioritize AI safety. Discover TikTok's innovative generative AI avatars, designed to elevate brand engagement globally. Dive into the craze surrounding the banana-clicking game, now a top contender on Steam. Astronomers reveal a supermassive black hole's dramatic resurgence, shedding light on cosmic evolution. Plus, cutting-edge advancements in miniaturizing particle accelerators could transform physics and medicine.

Jun 19, 2024 • 8min
Nvidia Tops Market, DeepMind's Audio AI, Fisker Bankruptcy, Mars Rock Discovery, and Vegas Monolith Mystery
Nvidia has recently become the world's most valuable company, surpassing tech giants with a staggering market cap driven by demand for AI chips. DeepMind introduces an innovative AI model that generates high-quality audio for video production, transforming how content is created. Meanwhile, NASA's Perseverance rover uncovers intriguing rock formations on Mars, hinting at ancient microbial life. Adding to the mystery is a newly discovered monolith in Las Vegas, fueling speculation and intrigue.

Jun 18, 2024 • 6min
The US Sues Adobe, Tobacco-style Warnings, McDonald's Halts AI Drive-Thru, YouTube's Community Notes Test
Discover the latest in tech as a lawsuit against Adobe reveals issues with subscription cancellations. Learn about YouTube's innovative community notes feature aimed at combating misinformation. Delve into the US Surgeon General's striking proposal for tobacco-style warnings on social media to protect mental health, especially for teens. Plus, find out why McDonald's is pulling the plug on its AI drive-thru and what this means for the future of voice ordering in fast food.

Jun 17, 2024 • 11min
Meta AI Pause, Pope's AI Warning, Sun's Magnetic Field, Alien Life Evidence, and DARPA's UAVs
Meta's AI ambitions hit a snag in Europe due to privacy concerns, prompting discussions on regulatory compliance. Pope Francis highlighted the human-centric approach needed for AI at the G7 summit, sparking a dialogue on governance. Exciting new research reveals the Sun's magnetic field originates closer to its surface than believed, enhancing solar storm predictions. The quest for extraterrestrial life features intriguing evidence, while DARPA showcases groundbreaking UAV designs that promise to revolutionize military capabilities.

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Jun 14, 2024 • 9min
Dream Machine AI, Musk's Mega Payday, and the End of the Petrodollar Era
Dive into the fascinating world of AI as we explore Luma AI's revolutionary Dream Machine, capable of creating videos from text prompts, sparking debates on ethics and misinformation. Then, uncover the drama surrounding Elon Musk's staggering $44.9 billion pay package at Tesla, reinstated by shareholders. Finally, brace for the geopolitical shift with the end of the petrodollar era and its implications for the U.S. dollar, alongside a groundbreaking discovery in promethium research that enhances our understanding of rare earth elements.

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Jun 13, 2024 • 7min
Elon Drops OpenAI Lawsuit, Apple's AI-Powered iPhone Surge, Turkish Student's AI Cheat, and Japan's Wooden Satellite Innovation
Elon Musk shakes things up by abruptly dropping his lawsuit against OpenAI, sparking discussions about AI's original mission. A Turkish student faces legal trouble for using AI to cheat on a university entrance exam, raising alarms about the future of academic integrity. Meanwhile, Apple sees its stock soar over 7% after a successful AI-focused event, inching closer to Microsoft in market value. The podcast also highlights the Light Phone 3, designed for digital detox, and Japan's innovative wooden satellite, LignoSat, aiming to revolutionize eco-friendly space technology.