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Linus Media Group
A thrice-weekly news show about tech + gaming culture
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Dec 23, 2025 • 9min
Complete Spotify torrent, RIP Steam Deck LCD, China gets Blackwell + more!
Timestamps:
0:00 they made James read this
0:10 Pirate group scrapes nearly ALL Spotify tracks
1:16 Steam Deck LCD discontinued, 64-bit app
2:16 China uses loophole, rents Blackwell GPUs
3:27 MSI!
4:33 QUICK BITS INTRO
4:42 Mozilla adding Firefox AI 'kill switch'
5:14 YouTube causing high CPU usage
6:09 Moore Threads new Huashan AI GPU
6:52 Power outage knocks out Waymo robotaxis
7:28 Google breaks the Dreamcast web browser
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Dec 20, 2025 • 10min
China's chip breakthrough, RAM crisis affecting PCs/phones, App Store changes + more!
Timestamps:
0:00 GET IN MA SWAMP
0:14 China's reported chip advancement
2:07 RAM shortage affecting PCs, phones
3:41 Apple App Store changes in Japan
4:56 UGREEN NAS DH4300
5:56 QUICK BITS INTRO
6:05 Riot Games finds critical motherboard flaw
6:46 LG TV owners can delete Copilot
7:17 Browser extensions recording AI chats
7:53 Amazon catches North Korean IT worker
8:31 TRON 2 modular robot
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Dec 18, 2025 • 11min
AI backlash against Firefox & Larian, Nvidia GPU production cuts + more!
The podcast dives into Mozilla's CEO addressing the backlash over AI features in Firefox, emphasizing user control. Larian Studios clarifies their limited use of AI in game development, assuring fans that human artistry remains paramount. Rumors swirl around Nvidia potentially cutting GPU production due to supply chain issues, affecting RAM prices. Ford plans to repurpose old EV batteries for data centers, while a major data breach exposes millions. Lastly, Twitter's legal battle to protect its brand and new AI gaming features from YouTube add to the tech buzz.

Dec 16, 2025 • 10min
Copilot sales low (Microsoft denies), RAM crisis price increases + more!
Timestamps:
0:00 ya just come craaaawlin' back
0:12 Microsoft denies Copilot sales low
2:02 RAM crisis price increases
3:34 Micro Center!
4:13 QUICK BITS INTRO
4:18 Roomba maker files for bankruptcy
5:15 Google taking away features
6:02 Panther Lake chip spotted, Arc B770
6:56 Automated AI
7:42 US Tech Force
8:28 ADHD 'audio shield'
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10 snips
Dec 13, 2025 • 12min
Google Disco, GPT-5.2, Disney x OpenAI, H200s to China + more!
Discover Google's latest experiment, the Disco browser, which aims to transform tab management into task-focused mini apps. OpenAI's GPT-5.2 is here, boasting impressive coding abilities, but concerns about misuse linger. Disney shakes things up with a $1 billion investment in OpenAI, marking its split from Google. Exciting hardware news includes Nvidia's H200 sales to China amidst U.S. regulations and Aya Neo's innovative Pocket Play gaming smartphone. Plus, Fortnite makes its comeback to Google Play after legal victories!

Dec 11, 2025 • 10min
Steam Machine HDMI issue, Aussie social media ban, Linux AI Agent foundation + more!
The podcast dives into the peculiar HDMI 2.1 issues faced by Steam Machines and Valve's workaround. Australia is shaking things up with a social media ban for under-16s that faces rollout challenges. The Linux Foundation is uniting AI protocols for smoother interoperability among agents. Exciting news includes Windows 11 gaming optimizations, AMD's new FSR Redstone features, and a stunning smart ring from Pebble that can record and transcribe voice notes. Lastly, a flying car prototype raises eyebrows, and a ChatGPT robot experiment sparks safety discussions.

Dec 9, 2025 • 9min
Intel Arc B770(?), Chatbot Ads, EU makes Meta better + more!
Intel may be gearing up to launch its Arc B770 with a leaked 300W GPU. Chatbots are changing our speech patterns, creating a more verbose dialect. In the EU, changes force Meta to limit tracking, promoting contextual ads instead. Black Friday saw the PS5 leading sales, with the Xbox falling behind. Also, there's a new RNA treatment that repairs damaged DNA and boosts healing. Plus, AI browser security warnings are raising eyebrows. EngineAI's T-800 demo tricks viewers into believing it's real, not CGI!

6 snips
Dec 6, 2025 • 10min
Netflix to buy WB, W11 bugs vs. SteamOS, Meta AI news deals + more!
Netflix is set to acquire Warner Bros for a stunning $82 billion, sparking discussions on its implications. Windows 11 faces crashes, while SteamOS shows promising performance benchmarks. Meta announces plans for enhanced AI support, replacing human assistance. A peculiar event sees Google's Anti-Gravity AI inadvertently wipe a developer's drive. Meanwhile, a 3D-printed cornea successfully restores sight to a patient, and Kohler faces backlash over privacy concerns with its smart toilet camera. Don't miss these hot topics!

Dec 4, 2025 • 11min
Intel Arc hits 1%, Micron kills Crucial, OpenAI declares "Code Red" + more!
Intel Arc GPUs have finally hit a 1% market share as Nvidia continues to dominate. Micron discontinues the Crucial brand to focus on AI data centers. OpenAI alarms with a 'Code Red' response to the Gemini AI, raising competitive stakes. India reverses its decision on mandatory cybersecurity apps, while Samsung unveils its innovative Galaxy Z Tri-Fold phone. New York introduces a law for retailers to disclose algorithmic pricing changes, and Android 16 launches exciting AI notification features.

Dec 2, 2025 • 11min
Win11 password bug, Amazon / Google networking, ChatGPT ads + more!
Timestamps:
0:00 look we got a wise guy ova here!
0:11 Windows 11 bugs and updates
1:22 Amazon, Google multicloud networking
2:32 ChatGPT ads soon, AI reviews AI
3:43 UGREEN NAS DH2300 !
4:39 LTTStore Cyber Monday!
5:21 QUICK BITS INTRO
5:34 AYANEO Next II handheld
6:23 Ryzen 7 9850X3D accidentally revealed
7:14 Netflix kills phone casting to TVs
7:53 India orders phone app pre-installed
8:33 Mirai Human Washing Machine
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