Today's episode features Chris Lipper and James Prokop discussing the Metaverse, AI, and business. Lipper highlights his virtual trade show platform and data privacy, while Prokop emphasizes global connectivity and AI's role in web development and content. We also discuss AI’s impact on intellectual property and responsible use.

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Today we discuss Aurora's plans for driverless long-haul trucks, highlighting the potential for increased efficiency and safety compared to human drivers. Later we explore the new Samsung Galaxy XR headset, comparing it to the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3, with concerns raised about the high price point of VR headsets. Later we also explore Open AI's transition to a traditional corporate structure and the implications of new Chat GPT features, including parental controls and the introduction of adult content. Ethical considerations are raised regarding parasocial relationships with AI and the potential impact on mental health.

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Today we discuss the AWS outage and its implications for internet reliability. The outage highlighted the fragility of the modern internet due to over-reliance on single providers like AWS, which runs a significant portion of the internet. We explored the need for backup options and decentralized cloud infrastructure, like Flux, to mitigate risks. The conversation also touched on the cost-benefit analysis of redundancy and the importance of balancing reliability with expense. Later we discuss TwelveLabs video intelligence platform and the broader implications of increasingly powerful AI systems, including the need for safety measures and awareness.

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Today we discuss the AI investment bubble and questioning the revenue potential of AI. The conversation shifts to California's new one-click privacy law, set to simplify user privacy settings across websites, and similar efforts in other states. We also discuss the Neon app, which pays users for their call data to train AI models, and Visible Labs, an open-source tool for removing user data from data brokers.

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Today we celebrate our show's 100th episode with a giveaway of four Anker Nano 45W USB-C chargers, listen after the first stories for information on how to enter! Tesla has dropped the price of the Model Y by $5,000, removing features like premium speakers and the glass roof. Subscription prices are increasing across the board for services like Xbox Game Pass, Netflix, and Apple One. We also discuss the ethics of companies pulling games from subscription services to force individual purchases. Later we dive into the new Friend.com wearable AI device, raising privacy concerns about its constant data collection and potential legal issues related to recording consent.

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Today we discuss major AI partnerships and its implications for global AI infrastructure and economic development. We also explored Apple's new iOS memory protection features, offering enhanced security against malware, and contrasted this with the broader implications of AI's increasing energy demands and potential impact on various industries. We debated AI's effects on the creator economy, predicting significant disruption for smaller creators while questioning the long-term viability of AI-generated content. Later, we discuss the evolving tech job market, noting high unemployment among recent computer science graduates, and speculated on the future of space exploration and the potential of autonomous spacecraft.

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Today we discuss Nothing's ambitious AI-focused operating system and its surprisingly successful entry into the smartphone market, challenging the Apple-Samsung duopoly. We also covered the controversial TikTok deal, addressing concerns about Chinese algorithm control despite US ownership. Apple's new 40-watt dynamic power adapter, promising significantly faster charging and potential battery life improvements, was analyzed, along with its new parental controls for iOS 26. Furthermore, our show previewed Meta Connect 2025, hinting at new AI-powered glasses and VR headsets, and touched upon the growing importance of digital well-being apps like Opal.

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Today we discuss Apple's latest announcements: the iPhone 17 lineup (including the surprisingly thin iPhone Air with a single 48MP camera and A19 Pro chip), the Apple Watch SE3 and Ultra 3, and AirPods Pro 3 (featuring heart rate sensing and improved noise cancellation). We debate the merits of the iPhone 17's aluminum frame (over titanium), the single camera on the iPhone Air, and the value proposition of the new Apple Watch models versus their predecessors.

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Today we discuss the launch of Perplexity's Comet browser, a task-oriented agentic AI browser raising privacy concerns. We also touched upon the recent Google antitrust judgment, its unclear implications, and the ongoing debate about data sharing. Further topics included Amazon Prime's changes to account sharing, mirroring Netflix's strategy, and the resulting impact on consumer costs. We also addressed the exodus of AI researchers from Apple due to its lagging AI capabilities and the upcoming release of parental controls for ChatGPT following a tragic incident.

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Today we discuss the Pixel 10 launch, highlighting its competitive features against Apple and Samsung, including its AI capabilities and Qi2 wireless charging. Also, a revolutionary new energy storage system using compressed air and salt caverns was detailed, promising significantly improved efficiency and longevity compared to lithium-ion batteries. Meta's upcoming smart glasses were previewed, with a projected $800 price point and a screen in one lens, though concerns about bulk and battery life were raised. Comparisons were made with other smart glasses offerings from Ray-Ban, Oakley, and Even Realties. Finally we discuss Google's highly accurate AI-powered weather model, Weather Lab, getting praise for its superior hurricane prediction capabilities, although its energy consumption may warrant further investigation.

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Today we discuss the Pixel 10 launch and Google's AI advancements (Gemini) surpassing Apple's, to the ongoing legal battles surrounding Tesla's self-driving technology. We also discussed the burgeoning field of personalized health tracking, highlighting apps like Bright OS for comprehensive health data aggregation and companies offering customized vitamin subscriptions like Phi Health and Ritual. We raised concerns about the accuracy of AI-powered calorie tracking and the unregulated supplement market.

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Today we discuss the intense competition for top AI talent, highlighting the unprecedented salary offers being made by companies like Meta to attract researchers from firms such as OpenAI and Anthropic. We also touch on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and robotics, speculating on the potential for robots to take over various household tasks and the implications for service workers. As technology advances, the speakers express concern about the accessibility of these innovations and the impact on jobs traditionally thought to be secure from automation.

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Today we cover a range of topics, from T-Mobile's speed test victory over Verizon to the significant impact of iOS 26's spam filtering on political campaigns and marketing. We also discussed the surprising rise of ChatGPT and its diverse applications, alongside the increasing automation of customer service through AI, raising concerns about potential negative consequences. Further discussion included the innovative 3D-printed robotic fish designed to clean microplastics and the emergence of AI-powered cybersecurity solutions like New Block. Finally, we previewed the upcoming Google Pixel 10 release and compared its features to those of the iPhone, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of both platforms.

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Today we are joined by artist Lavi$h Wolf to discuss her creative process and the crucial role of technology in her music career. She detailed her use of various platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and ChatGPT for promotion and video editing with CapCut, highlighting the challenges and efficiencies of managing a multi-platform presence. Lavi$h Wolf shared insights into her single, "Addicted," and upcoming music video, while also discussing the complexities of music distribution and the uneven revenue distribution among artists on streaming platforms. The conversation touched upon the potential of Web3 technologies to revolutionize artist-fan interaction and the future of the creator economy. Finally, Lavish Wolf announced her new Twitch channel for behind-the-scenes content and shared her social media handles.

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Today we welcome Andrew Wankier, a screenwriter and professor, to discuss the impact of AI on the writing and entertainment industries. Andrew explains that while AI can assist with outlining, brainstorming, and giving feedback, it still lacks originality and a true human voice. He notes that AI helps with the tedious parts of writing, like feedback and editing, but isn’t a replacement for unique human experiences in storytelling.

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Today we discuss Rivian's new micro-mobility spin-off, Also Inc, and speculated on its upcoming AI-powered sitting scooter. They also analyzed OpenAI's Stargate project, a massive AI initiative, and the talent poaching wars between several tech companies, highlighting the fierce competition for AI expertise. We further explored a revolutionary cloud-based AI assistant, Warmsind, and a novel offline messaging app from Twitter's founder called BitChat, emphasizing the potential and challenges of emerging technologies.

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Today we discuss the escalating impact of AI on various industries with special guest Caila Curtis. The discussion centered on AI's role in job displacement, with Salesforce's heavy AI reliance and subsequent layoffs serving as a prime example. Concerns extended to the entertainment sector, where AI threatens actors and musicians, raising ethical and legal questions surrounding intellectual property rights and the authenticity of AI-generated content. We also analyzed the surprising success of AI-generated music, highlighting both its potential and its fraudulent applications. Lastly we reviewed the new Nothing Phone (3), discussing its unique design and high price point in a competitive market.

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Today we discuss several key Apple updates, including new journaling and photo features in iOS 18, call notifications on Apple TV, and spam call reporting improvements. We also analyzed the impact of AI on the workforce, citing job displacement across various sectors and significant investments by companies like Meta in AI talent acquisition. Concerns about AI's rapid advancement and potential economic consequences, including the need for universal basic income, were raised. We further explored the emergence of BlueSky, a decentralized social media protocol aiming to offer users more control and transparency compared to centralized platforms like X (formerly Twitter). We debate the challenges and potential of managing a presence across multiple social media platforms in an evolving digital landscape.

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Today on the show, we are joined by Aaron Sheckett, a lawyer and AI expert, to discuss the profound impact of AI on copyright law and various professions. Sheckett argued that traditional concepts like billable hours and intellectual property are becoming outdated as AI democratizes creation and automation. Our conversation explored the challenges of applying existing copyright law to AI-generated content, including concerns about model training, summarization, and style imitation. We also debated the broader societal implications of AI, such as job displacement, the need for regulation, and the ethical considerations surrounding AI's growing capabilities. Our discussion highlighted the urgent need for policymakers and businesses to adapt to rapid advances in AI technology.

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Today we discuss Apple's new A20 chip featuring groundbreaking "system in package" technology, improving performance and battery life but potentially raising repair costs. We also explored the implications of AI's increasing use in various professions, highlighting concerns about job displacement and the need for AI-proof career paths, while acknowledging ongoing efforts to mitigate AI inaccuracies. Furthermore, we examined the EU's tightening regulations on data collection practices by tech giants like Meta and Apple, emphasizing the need for stronger user data privacy protections. Our discussion touched upon the challenges of age verification on adult websites and the potential of solutions like World ID.

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