Todd CochraneTechnology, News, Science
Todd CochraneTechnology, News, Science

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Twice weekly Technology News show covering the Tech Space. With Segments on Science, Mobile, Digital TV, FAA, FCC, Cyber Security, Gadgets and Tech Politics.

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When: April 29th 2024, 9:56:00 PM UTC

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  • ByteDance Prefers Shutdown to Selling TikTok #1740
    ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, has expressed a preference for shutting down its TikTok app in the U.S. if forced to divest rather than sell it. This stance stems from the importance of the app’s core algorithms to ByteDance’s global o...
  • Discord CEO Jason Citron on Shaping a More Intimate Internet #1739
    Jason Citron, CEO of Discord, explores the platform’s unique position in the online world. Unlike traditional social networks, Discord offers a private space for communities centered around shared interests like gaming, AI, and fandoms.
  • Meta Unveils Llama 3 AI: Let the AI Race Begin #1738
    Meta has launched a significant update to its AI platform, Meta AI, now powered by the open-source Llama 3 large language model. This upgrade introduces broader functionality and integration across Meta’s products, including Instagram, Messenger,
  • FISA Section 702 Renewal Continues Warrantless Surveillance #1737
    Last week, the U.S. Congress faced intense debates over the reauthorization of FISA Section 702, which allows indirect surveillance of American citizens without a warrant. The controversy peaked when a proposed amendment to mandate warrants for such su...
  • Microsoft’s AI Revolution: Integrating AI into Every PC by 2024 #1736
    Microsoft is gearing up to unveil a series of groundbreaking AI tools for PCs and the cloud at its Build conference in May. With a vision to integrate AI into every PC by 2024, the company will showcase advancements such as the Advanced Paste feature,
  • American Privacy Rights Act a Step in the Right Direction #1735
    In a significant bipartisan effort, Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) have introduced the American Privacy Rights Act, aiming to break the deadlock in Congress over data privacy protections.
  • Google Phases Out Early Nest and Dropcam Models #1734
    Google announced the discontinuation of support for early Dropcam, Dropcam Pro, and Nest Secure models, rendering these devices largely inoperable on April 8. To assist users in transitioning, Google offers a complimentary Nest camera for Nest Aware su...
  • Perplexity Ads Meet AI: The New Frontier in Search #1733
    Perplexity, an AI search engine rivaling Google and backed by prominent investors including Jeff Bezos, is set to introduce advertising in its platform. The company, boasting a significant $73.6 million in Series B funding,
  • Unlock Your Podcast’s Potential with Blubrry PAI: The Ultimate AI Assistant #1732
    Blubrry introduces the revolutionary Blubrry Podcast AI Assistant (Blubrry PAI), designed to streamline and enhance every aspect of podcast production and promotion. With features such as AI-driven planning, integrated production tools,
  • Vid2Pod: Transform YouTube Playlists into a Podcast! #1731
    Vid2Pod by Blubrry Podcasting offers an innovative solution for YouTube creators aiming to extend their content’s reach by effortlessly converting video playlists into high-quality audio podcasts. This new service by Blubrry podcasting is a boon for vi...
  • SpaceX’s Starship Achieves Orbital Velocity in Historic Test Flight #1730
    In a momentous event, SpaceX’s colossal Starship, the world’s largest and most powerful rocket, achieved orbital speed for the first time today. This significant milestone occurred during its third test flight,
  • Airbnb’s Indoor Camera Ban: A Win for Privacy #1729
    Airbnb has taken a significant step to enhance guest privacy by prohibiting indoor cameras in rental properties. The new policy, aimed at ensuring guests’ peace of mind, extends to limit the use of outdoor cameras,
  • Google Under Fire for Alleged Role in Gift Card Scams #1728
    A federal lawsuit filed in the District of North California accuses Google of profiting from gift card fraud, particularly involving Google Play gift cards. The complaint highlights that Google has retained millions from such scams,
  • AI Chatbots to Redefine Search Marketing #1727
    Gartner forecasts a significant shift in the digital marketing realm by 2026, predicting a 25% decline in traditional search engine volume due to the rising influence of AI chatbots and virtual agents. This evolution is poised to redefine marketing str...
  • Apple’s Public Web App Discontinuation in EU Draws Criticism #1726
    Apple’s recent decision to discontinue support for iPhone web apps in the European Union has sparked potential investigative action from the European Commission. Citing compliance with the EU’s Digital Markets Act,
  • Cybersecurity in AI: The Unseen Battles #1725
    OpenAI, in collaboration with Microsoft Threat Intelligence, has successfully disrupted the operations of five state-affiliated hacking groups using ChatGPT to identify system vulnerabilities for illicit activities.
  • Google’s Gemini AI Chatbot Stores Conversations for Years! #1724
    Google’s AI chatbot, Gemini, retains conversations for up to three years, even after users delete the app. The company’s updated privacy policy highlights that reviewed conversations, including details like language, device type, and location,
  • The Memory Revolution OpenAI’s ChatGPT Update #1723
    OpenAI introduces a transformative memory feature in ChatGPT, allowing it to remember user interactions and preferences to personalize conversations and streamline tasks. This update is expected to significantly boost productivity and customer experien...
  • Bitcoin’s Remarkable Surge Above $50K Marks a Crypto Renaissance #1722
    Bitcoin has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing the $50,000 mark for the first time since late 2021, signaling a robust recovery and entering the FOMO stage of its bull market. This resurgence comes after a challenging period marked by the c...
  • Apple Revamps iTunes Experience for Windows Users #1721
    Apple has unveiled significant updates for Windows users, introducing new standalone applications for Apple Music, Apple TV, and a Device management app specifically designed for Windows 10 and later versions.