Episodes

  • Apple’s AI Ambitions and YouTube’s Creative Leap

    Apple’s AI Ambitions and YouTube’s Creative Leap
    Nov 22 2024
    Explore Apple's strategic move to enhance Siri with advanced language models, aiming for a conversational edge by 2026. Discover YouTube Shorts' new Dream Screen feature, revolutionizing content creation with AI-generated video backgrounds. Plus, delve into Teleo's mission to transform robotics with semi-autonomous machinery and the FCC's new spectrum rules set to boost vehicle safety. Stay ahead with Simply Tech's insights into the future of AI, robotics, and transportation innovation. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/21/apple-is-reportedly-building-a-more-conversational-siri-powered-by-llms/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/21/youtube-shorts-dream-screen-feature-can-now-generate-ai-video-backgrounds/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/21/teleo-wants-to-help-the-robotics-industry-reach-its-chatgpt-moment/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/21/24302733/fcc-cv2x-cellular-vehicle-everything-spectrum-rules-final Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Apple is reportedly building a more conversational Siri powered by LLMs (00:03:03) YouTube Shorts' Dream Screen feature can now generate AI video backgrounds (00:05:33) Teleo wants to help the robotics industry reach its ‘ChatGPT moment’ (00:08:35) FCC passes auto safety spectrum rules
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    12 mins
  • Tech Giants Under Fire: Google, Honda, and AI in the Spotlight

    Tech Giants Under Fire: Google, Honda, and AI in the Spotlight
    Nov 21 2024
    Explore the latest in tech as the DOJ demands Google sell Chrome to break its search monopoly, Honda unveils plans for solid-state EV batteries, and an AI landlord tool faces a discrimination lawsuit. Plus, WhatsApp introduces new features to combat business spam. Dive into the stories shaping the future of technology and regulation. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/20/24300617/doj-google-search-antitrust-chrome-breakup https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/20/24301613/honda-solid-state-batteries-factory-demo-test-ev https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/20/24297692/ai-landlord-tool-saferent-low-income-tenants-discrimination-settlement https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/20/whatsapp-will-finally-let-you-unsubscribe-from-business-marketing-spam/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) DOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopoly (00:04:28) Honda has a plan to build solid-state batteries for EVs (00:08:04) AI landlord screening tool will stop scoring low-income tenants after discrimination suit (00:11:52) WhatsApp will finally let you unsubscribe from business marketing spam
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    15 mins
  • Apple’s Urgent Security Update, Niantic’s AI Innovation, and Alexa’s New Strategy

    Apple’s Urgent Security Update, Niantic’s AI Innovation, and Alexa’s New Strategy
    Nov 20 2024
    Explore Apple's critical security updates addressing zero-day vulnerabilities in Mac systems, Niantic's innovative use of Pokémon Go data to build a geospatial AI model, and Amazon's strategic shift for Alexa focusing on API partnerships. Plus, OpenAI's expansion of ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode to the web, enhancing human-computer interaction. Stay informed on the latest tech developments and their implications for user security and digital experiences. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/19/apple-says-mac-users-targeted-in-zero-day-cyberattacks/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/19/24300975/niantic-pokemon-go-data-large-geospatial-model https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/19/24300764/amazon-partnership-uber-ticketmaster-smarter-alexa https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/19/openai-brings-chatgpts-advanced-voice-mode-to-the-web/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Apple says Mac users targeted in zero-day cyberattacks (00:03:38) Niantic is building a ‘geospatial’ AI model based on Pokémon Go player data (00:06:45) Alexa may get smarter with more APIs rather than more AI (00:10:08) OpenAI brings ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode to the web
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    14 mins
  • AI Hardware Revolution, Tesla’s Charging Leap, and Legal Battles in Tech

    AI Hardware Revolution, Tesla’s Charging Leap, and Legal Battles in Tech
    Nov 19 2024
    Explore how Sagence is transforming AI with energy-efficient analog chips, Tesla's groundbreaking V4 Superchargers set to redefine EV charging, and the landmark lawsuit by Indian news agency ANI against OpenAI for copyright infringement. Plus, discover Google's latest move to streamline smart home management by integrating Nest Cams into the Home app. This episode delves into the innovations and legal challenges shaping the future of technology. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/18/sagence-is-building-analog-chips-to-run-ai/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/18/24300040/tesla-500kw-v4-supercharger-cabinets-first-2025 https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/18/indian-news-agency-sues-openai-alleging-copyright-infringement/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/18/24300125/google-home-nest-manage-iq-indoor-outdoor Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) Sagence is building analog chips to run AI (00:03:49) Tesla’s first 500kW V4 Superchargers are coming next year (00:07:13) Indian news agency sues OpenAI alleging copyright infringement (00:10:00) Google now lets you manage all of your old Nest Cams from the Home app
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    13 mins
  • Cybersecurity Breach at T-Mobile and the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration

    Cybersecurity Breach at T-Mobile and the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration
    Nov 18 2024
    Explore the latest cybersecurity breach at T-Mobile linked to Chinese cyber espionage, highlighting vulnerabilities in telecom networks. Discover how Robust AI's Carter Pro robot is revolutionizing human-robot collaboration with its innovative design. Plus, learn about The Exploration Company's ambitious plans to challenge SpaceX with Europe's first reusable space capsule, and the potential phase-out of Apple's Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone adapter as the tech giant moves towards a USB-C future. Join us for an in-depth look at these pivotal tech developments shaping our digital world. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/16/t-mobile-says-it-was-hacked-linked-to-chinese-breaches-of-telecom-networks/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/17/robust-ais-carter-pro-robot-is-designed-to-work-with-and-be-moved-by-humans/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/17/the-exploration-company-raises-160m-to-build-europes-answer-to-spacex-dragon/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/17/24299072/apple-lightning-to-3-5mm-headphone-jack-adapter-sold-out-apple-site Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) T-Mobile says it was hacked, linked to Chinese breaches of telecom networks (00:03:38) Robust AI’s Carter Pro robot is designed to work with, and be moved by, humans (00:06:50) The Exploration Company raises $160M to build Europe’s answer to SpaceX Dragon (00:10:18) Apple’s Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone adapter may be going away
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    14 mins
  • ByteDance’s Bold Valuation, Botinkit’s Culinary Revolution, and AI’s Regulatory Future

    ByteDance’s Bold Valuation, Botinkit’s Culinary Revolution, and AI’s Regulatory Future
    Nov 17 2024
    Explore ByteDance's self-valuation at $300 billion amidst political tensions, Botinkit's innovative approach to automation in the restaurant industry, and the implications of the EU's groundbreaking AI Act. Plus, discover how Google's new AI tool is transforming document creation. This episode dives into the intersection of technology, politics, and global business, offering insights into the future of digital platforms and AI governance. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/16/tiktok-parent-bytedance-reportedly-values-itself-at-300-billion/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/16/botinkits-robot-wants-to-cook-for-you/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/16/eu-ai-act-everything-you-need-to-know/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/15/24297524/google-docs-gemini-ai-image-generator-clip-art Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) TikTok parent ByteDance reportedly values itself at $300 billion (00:03:47) Exclusive: Botinkit’s robot wants to cook for you (00:06:59) EU AI Act: Everything you need to know (00:10:17) Google will let you make AI clip art for your documents
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    13 mins
  • Tech Giants Tackle Carbon Emissions and AI Innovations

    Tech Giants Tackle Carbon Emissions and AI Innovations
    Nov 16 2024
    Explore how Microsoft is pioneering carbon removal technologies to offset AI emissions, ESPN's innovative AI avatar FACTS enhancing sports broadcasting, Apple's leap into quantum dot displays with the M4 MacBook Pro, and X's legal battle against California's anti-deepfake law. This episode delves into the intersection of technology, sustainability, and free speech, offering insights into the future of tech-driven solutions and challenges. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/15/microsoft-bets-a-carbon-removal-bake-off-will-help-offset-its-skyrocketing-ai-emissions/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/15/24297606/espn-generative-ai-avatar-facts https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/15/24297414/m4-macbook-pro-quantum-dot-display https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/15/x-sues-to-block-california-anti-deepfakes-bill/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) Microsoft bets a carbon removal bake-off will help offset its skyrocketing AI emissions (00:03:23) ESPN is testing a generative AI avatar called ‘FACTS’ (00:07:08) The M4 MacBook Pro features a quantum dot display (00:09:51) X sues to block California anti-deepfakes bill
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    13 mins
  • Microsoft Under FTC Scrutiny, NASA’s AI Earth Copilot, and Bluesky’s Meteoric Rise

    Microsoft Under FTC Scrutiny, NASA’s AI Earth Copilot, and Bluesky’s Meteoric Rise
    Nov 15 2024
    Explore the FTC's investigation into Microsoft's cloud practices and its potential impact on the tech industry. Discover NASA's AI Earth Copilot, designed to make Earth's scientific data accessible to all. Plus, delve into Bluesky's rapid user growth and its implications for the social media landscape. Finally, learn about TikTok's innovative partnership with Getty Images to revolutionize digital advertising with AI-generated content. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/14/ftc-reportedly-begins-investigating-microsofts-cloud-business-practices/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/14/24296758/nasa-ai-earth-copilot-microsoft https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/14/bluesky-says-1-million-people-signed-up-for-the-platform-in-last-24-hours/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/14/24296636/tiktok-ai-ads-getty-images-content Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) FTC reportedly begins investigating Microsoft's cloud business practices (00:03:40) NASA’s AI Earth Copilot will take your questions about our planet (00:06:39) Bluesky says 1 million people signed up for the platform in last 24 hours (00:10:00) TikTok plugs Getty Images into its AI-generated ads and avatars
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    14 mins