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Germany's Black Semiconductor secures $273 million for graphene-based chip technology. Linq raises $6.6 million to use AI for financial analysis. Apex attracts $95 million in funding for off-the-shelf satellite bus business. Elon Musk's unusual relationships at SpaceX revealed in investigation.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/germanys-black-semiconductor-raises-273m-for-graphene-based-chip-tech/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/linq-raises-6-6m-to-use-ai-to-make-research-easier-for-financial-analysts/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/apex-raises-95m-to-scale-satellite-bus-production/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24176705/spacex-elon-musk-gwynne-shotwell-sexual-relationshipsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Germany's Black Semiconductor raises $273M for graphene-based chip tech(00:04:58) Linq raises $6.6M to use AI to make research easier for financial analysts(00:08:49) Apex's off-the-shelf satellite bus business attracts $95M in new funding(00:11:25) Elon Musk has unusual relationships with women at SpaceX, WSJ reports
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Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads through their new advertising network. Apple aims to fix the broken notifications system with its AI-powered Focus mode. Plus, Just Dance boogies its way onto Meta Quest headsets, and Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices over AI integrations.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175676/google-fast-ads-streaming-tv-networkhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175711/can-apple-intelligence-fix-the-iphones-broken-notifications-systemhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/11/24175913/just-dance-is-boogying-its-way-onto-meta-quest-headsetshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/10/elon-musk-threatens-to-ban-apple-devices-from-his-companies-over-apples-chatgpt-integrations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads(00:02:52) Can Apple Intelligence fix the iPhone’s broken notifications system?(00:05:41) Just Dance is boogying its way onto Meta Quest headsets.(00:07:58) Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices from his companies over Apple's ChatGPT integrations
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Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms. Apple explores the world of smart home robots. Plus, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches with exciting new features. Also, the iPad Pro needs software worthy of its hardware.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24174977/xbox-phil-spencer-games-ps5-interviewhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24174800/apple-intelligence-ai-smart-home-robot-rumorshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24173672/microsoft-flight-simulator-2024-november-19th-release-date-trailerhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24169016/apple-ipad-pro-ipados-18-wwdc-ai-featuresOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms(00:03:37) Apple’s next nebulous idea: smart home robots(00:06:52) Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches on November 19th(00:09:27) The iPad Pro needs software worthy of the name
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Anterior secures $20M funding to expedite health insurance approvals with AI. The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release. Plus, Wazer Pro makes desktop water jetting more affordable. Also, Apple focuses on making AI useful, not flashy.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/anterior-grabs-20m-from-nea-at-95m-valuation-to-expedite-health-insurance-approvals-with-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/8/24174515/tales-of-the-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-trailer-paramount-plushttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/wazer-pro-is-making-desktop-water-jetting-more-affordable/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/apple-needs-to-focus-making-ai-useful-not-flashy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Anterior grabs $20M from NEA to expedite health insurance approvals with AI(00:03:33) The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release(00:06:01) Wazer Pro is making desktop water jetting more affordable(00:08:36) Apple needs to focus on making AI useful, not flashy
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Snowflake faces a growing security crisis with customer data breaches. Devolver Digital wows gamers with unique indie games at Summer Game Fest. The Smart Kitchen Summit highlights practical innovations for the future of cooking. Former Autonomy CEO Mike Lynch is acquitted after a high-profile fraud trial brought by HP. Stay informed on these diverse and intriguing stories in the latest episode of our podcast.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/07/snowflake-ticketmaster-lendingtree-customer-data-breach/https://www.theverge.com/24171195/devolver-digital-direct-2024-summer-game-fest-news-trailershttps://www.theverge.com/24173645/smart-kitchen-summit-gadgets-apps-futurehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/07/autonomys-mike-lynch-acquitted-after-us-fraud-trial-brought-by-hp/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) What Snowflake isn't saying about its customer data breaches(00:02:58) Devolver’s indie game showcase had yakuza, cults, and a creepy reality TV show(00:06:39) The future of the smart kitchen: robots, apps, and AI, oh my!(00:09:30) Autonomy's Mike Lynch acquitted after US fraud trial brought by HP
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Get ready for exciting changes in Formula 1 tech in 2026. Apple is set to revolutionize password management with their new app. Google Play is cracking down on AI apps. eBay announces they will no longer accept American Express cards. Join us as we explore these developments and their impact on F1 racing, digital security, AI app availability, and the credit card industry.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173356/f1-2026-tech-changes-explainedhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173202/apple-password-manager-rumor-1password-lastpasshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/06/google-play-cracks-down-on-ai-apps-after-circulation-of-apps-for-making-deepfake-nudes/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173108/ebay-american-express-payment-feesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) F1 2026 tech changes explained.(00:02:55) Apple might reveal a new “Passwords” app next week(00:05:20) Google Play cracks down on AI apps after circulation of apps for making deepfake nudes(00:08:20) eBay will no longer accept American Express cards over “unacceptably high” fees
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Google acquires Cameyo to integrate Windows app virtualization into ChromeOS. Lego's limited-edition Ominous Isle and British train station sets are imminently going on sale. Plus, Snowflake customer passwords linked to info-stealing malware, and Mistral launches new services and SDK for AI model customization.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/5/24171900/google-cameyo-acquisition-chromeos-windows-app-virtualizationhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/5/24172437/lego-bricklink-designer-program-series-2-price-datehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/05/snowflake-customer-passwords-found-online-infostealing-malware/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/05/mistral-launches-new-services-sdk-to-let-customers-fine-tune-its-models/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Google acquires Cameyo to integrate Windows app virtualization into ChromeOS(00:03:27) Lego’s limited-edition Ominous Isle and British train station are imminently going on sale(00:06:23) Hundreds of Snowflake customer passwords found online are linked to info-stealing malware(00:09:33) Mistral launches new services, SDK to let customers fine-tune its models
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Zotac unveils the Zotac Zone, a unique gaming handheld with twin trackpads, jog wheels, adjustable triggers, and an OLED screen. GetWhy secures $34.5 million in funding for its AI-powered market research platform. Plus, Nvidia's beta app gets one-click GPU tuning and Raspberry Pi partners with Hailo for its AI extension kit.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24171675/zotac-zone-specs-handheld-gaming-pchttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/04/getwhy-a-market-research-ai-platform-that-extracts-insights-from-video-interviews-raises-34-5m/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24171201/nvidias-beta-app-gets-one-click-gpu-tuning-and-morehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/04/raspberry-pi-partners-with-hailo-for-its-ai-extension-kit/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Zotac Zone official: this handheld has twin trackpads, jog wheels, adjustable triggers and OLED(00:02:47) GetWhy, a market research AI platform that extracts insights from video interviews, raises $34.5M(00:06:20) Nvidia’s beta app gets one-click GPU tuning and more.(00:08:27) Raspberry Pi partners with Hailo for its AI extension kit
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Even the Raspberry Pi is getting in on AI with a new AI Kit. Microsoft announces layoffs impacting HoloLens and Azure cloud teams. Plus, Sony updates its camera app with multi-cam monitoring. Also, Intel introduces Lunar Lake, an overhauled AI laptop chip.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24170818/raspberry-pi-ai-chip-hailo-deviceshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24170902/microsoft-hololens-2-mixed-reality-azure-layoffshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24170423/sony-monitor-control-app-multicam-final-cut-camera-updatehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24169115/intel-lunar-lake-architecture-platform-feature-revealOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Even the Raspberry Pi is getting in on AI(00:03:01) Microsoft layoffs hit HoloLens, Azure cloud teams(00:06:07) Sony updates its camera app to offer multi-cam monitoring(00:09:09) This is Lunar Lake — Intel’s utterly overhauled AI laptop chip that ditches memory sticks
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Temasek and Fidelity value Lenskart at $5 billion in a $200 million stake purchase. Learn how to watch Qualcomm's Computex 2024 keynote. AMD's first Zen 5 CPU, the Ryzen 9 9950X, is a game-changer. French startup ten ten finds viral success and controversy in reinventing walkie-talkies.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/03/temasek-and-fidelity-buy-200-million-stake-in-indias-lenskart/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24169777/how-to-watch-qualcomms-computex-2024-keynotehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/2/24168544/amd-zen-5-ryzen-9-9950x-cpu-computex-2024https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/02/french-startup-ten-ten-finds-viral-success-and-controversy-in-reinventing-walkie-talkies/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Temasek and Fidelity value Lenskart at $5 billion in $200 million stake purchase(00:03:08) How to watch Qualcomm’s Computex 2024 keynote.(00:05:28) AMD’s first Zen 5 CPU is the ‘monster’ Ryzen 9 9950X(00:08:38) French startup ten ten finds viral success and controversy in reinventing walkie-talkies
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Lego debuts its first Minecraft set designed for adults, celebrating the game's 15th anniversary. Boeing's Starliner Crew Flight Test faces another delay due to ground launch system issues. Plus, a non-technical guide to understanding AI and President Biden's veto of a crypto custody bill.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/1/24169526/lego-minecraft-the-crafting-table-15th-anniversary-adult-sethttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/1/24169560/boeings-starliner-wont-be-launching-tomorrow-eitherhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/01/wtf-is-ai/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/01/president-biden-vetoes-crypto-custody-bill/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Lego debuts its first Minecraft set for adults(00:02:44) Boeing’s Starliner won’t be launching tomorrow, either.(00:05:49) WTF is AI?(00:08:27) President Biden vetoes crypto custody bill
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Discover the game-changing Bluetti SwapSolar kit, combining a solar generator and a 3-in-1 solar-powered fridge, freezer, and ice maker. With swappable batteries and a modular approach, this kit provides reliable power and refrigeration off the grid. Stay tuned for our comprehensive review and score, including Bluetti's response to reported issues with the MultiCooler.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/24145138/multicooler-ac180t-modular-battery-review-price-specshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/31/24169112/ticketmaster-data-breach-confirmed-details-live-nationhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/31/general-catalyst-backed-jasper-health-lays-off-staff/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/31/hacked-leaked-exposed-why-you-should-stop-using-stalkerware-apps/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Bluetti SwapSolar review: power and chill with swappable batteries(00:03:29) Live Nation took 11 days to confirm the massive Ticketmaster data breach(00:07:09) General Catalyst-backed Jasper Health lays off staff(00:09:23) Hacked, leaked, exposed: Why you should never use stalkerware apps
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OneScreen.ai brings creativity back to advertising by utilizing billboards and out-of-home marketing. TikTok reportedly splits its source code to create a US-only algorithm. Jeep enters the electric vehicle market with the Wagoneer S. Google defends AI search results after inaccuracies cause backlash.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/30/onescreen-ai-brings-startup-ads-to-billboards-and-nycs-subway/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24168353/tiktok-douyin-algorithm-code-splitting-bytedance-rumorhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24166498/jeep-wagoneer-s-ev-price-photos-specs-rangehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24168344/google-defends-ai-overviews-search-resultsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) OneScreen.ai brings startup ads to billboards and NYC’s subway(00:03:50) TikTok is reportedly splitting its source code to create a US-only algorithm(00:06:43) Jeep Wagoneer S, the brand’s first full EV for the US, starts at $71,995(00:09:35) Google defends AI search results after they told us to put glue on pizza
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Sony announces simultaneous release of live service games on PlayStation and PC. Agnikul successfully launches 3D-printed rocket in sub-orbital test. Google confirms leaked search documents are real, revealing insights into search rankings. Fisker cuts hundreds of workers in bid to keep EV startup alive. Join us as we explore these stories and their implications for the gaming, space, tech, and EV industries.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/29/24167560/sony-thinks-its-pc-games-will-tempt-you-to-buy-a-playstation-reallyhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/29/india-agnikul-3d-printed-rocket-launch/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/29/24167407/google-search-algorithm-documents-leak-confirmationhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/29/fisker-layoffs-workers-restructuring-bankruptcy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Sony thinks its PC games will tempt you to buy a PlayStation. Really?(00:03:29) India's Agnikul launches 3D-printed rocket in sub-orbital test after initial delays(00:07:39) Google confirms the leaked Search documents are real(00:11:23) Fisker cuts hundreds of workers in bid to keep EV startup alive
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Introducing the GPD Duo, a dual-screen OLED laptop that flips and folds. Avendus, India's top venture advisor, confirms it's looking to raise a $350 million fund. Plus, new details on the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Ring leaked, and Verizon offers a $10 monthly YouTube Premium subscription.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/29/24166852/gpd-duo-dual-screen-oled-laptop-teaserhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/28/avendus-indias-top-venture-advisor-confirms-its-looking-to-raise-a-350-million-fund/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/28/24166632/galaxy-z-flip-6-smart-ring-size-battery-capacity-leakshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/28/24166612/verizon-streaming-deal-youtube-premium-subscriptionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) GPD is making a dual-screen OLED laptop that flips and folds(00:03:06) Avendus, India's top venture advisor, confirms it's looking to raise a $350 million fund(00:05:52) New Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Ring details have leaked, courtesy of the FCC(00:08:41) Verizon’s latest streaming deal is a $10 monthly YouTube Premium subscription
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Ledger starts shipping its highly anticipated Ledger Stax crypto wallet with innovative features. Microsoft introduces an update that allows users to grab text from Android photos. Plus, the EU's ChatGPT taskforce examines privacy compliance, and the legal challenges faced by AI companies in the EU.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/27/ledger-starts-shipping-its-high-end-hardware-crypto-wallet/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/27/24165825/windows-phone-link-select-text-photoshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/27/eus-chatgpt-taskforce-offers-first-look-at-detangling-the-ai-chatbots-privacy-compliance/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/27/24165825/windows-phone-link-select-text-photosOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Ledger starts shipping its high-end hardware crypto wallet(00:04:08) Windows will soon let you grab text from your Android photos(00:06:38) EU's ChatGPT taskforce offers first look at detangling the AI chatbot's privacy compliance(00:09:45) Windows will soon let you grab text from your Android photos
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Indian EV startup Zypp Electric secures ENEOS backing to fund expansion to Southeast Asia. Apple's WWDC may include AI-generated emoji and an OpenAI partnership. Plus, AI tutors are quietly changing how kids in the US study, and Women in AI: Miriam Vogel stresses the need for responsible AI.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/26/indian-ev-startup-zypp-electric-secures-eneos-backing-to-fund-expansion-to-southeast-asia/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/26/24165040/apple-wwdc-2024-ai-openai-ios-18-macos-15-iphone-macbookhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/25/ai-tutors-are-quietly-changing-how-kids-in-the-us-study-and-the-leading-apps-are-from-china/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/26/women-in-ai-miriam-vogel-stresses-the-need-for-responsible-ai/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Indian EV startup Zypp Electric secures ENEOS backing to fund expansion to Southeast Asia(00:04:11) Apple’s WWDC may include AI-generated emoji and an OpenAI partnership(00:06:59) AI tutors are quietly changing how kids in the US study, and the leading apps are from China(00:09:12) Women in AI: Miriam Vogel stresses the need for responsible AI
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YouTube Music introduces a revolutionary feature that allows users to search by humming. Ventje turns VW's ID Buzz into a charming camper. WeatherXM uses blockchain to make weather forecasts more accurate. Bungie wins a landmark victory in a cheating lawsuit. Join us as we explore these exciting developments in music, camping, weather forecasting, and gaming.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/25/24164879/youtube-music-hum-to-search-available-androidhttps://www.theverge.com/24158082/id-buzz-ventje-camper-review-price-specshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/25/deal-dive-can-blockchain-make-weather-forecasts-better-weatherxm-thinks-so/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/25/24164679/bungie-anti-cheating-lawsuit-jury-trial-aimjunkies-copyright-violation-victoryOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) YouTube Music will let you search by humming into your Android phone(00:02:28) Ventje turns VW’s ID Buzz into a very charming camper(00:05:08) Can blockchain make weather forecasts better? WeatherXM thinks so(00:08:20) A jury hands Bungie a landmark victory in a Destiny 2 cheating lawsuit
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Google scrambles to manually remove weird AI answers in search. UK law will let regulators fine Big Tech without court approval. Tesla's emissions grew last year despite net-zero goals. Dell unveils Arm-powered XPS 13 with tandem OLED display, pushing the boundaries of laptop design.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24164119/google-ai-overview-mistakes-search-race-openaihttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24164204/uk-dmcc-law-big-tech-regulationhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24163590/tesla-greenhouse-gas-emissions-climate-change-risk-disclosurehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24163829/dells-new-arm-powered-xps-13-has-a-tandem-oled-displayOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Google scrambles to manually remove weird AI answers in search(00:03:03) UK law will let regulators fine Big Tech without court approval(00:06:07) Tesla’s wants net-zero emissions, but its pollution grew last year(00:09:32) Dell’s new Arm-powered XPS 13 has a tandem OLED display.
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Foursquare lays off 105 employees as part of its efforts to streamline operations. Fortnite launches a post-apocalyptic season with Fallout, Magneto, and vehicular mayhem. Google introduces password sharing within family groups for added convenience and security. ESA selects The Exploration Company and Thales Alenia to develop cargo spacecraft, advancing Europe's quest for sovereign access to space.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/23/foursquare-just-laid-off-105-employees/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/24/24163374/fortnite-chapter-5-season-3-wrecked-battle-pass-fallout-magnetohttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/23/24163560/google-password-manager-share-passwords-family-grouphttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/23/esa-prepares-for-the-post-iss-era-selects-the-exploration-company-thales-alenia-to-develop-cargo-spacecraft/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Foursquare just laid off 105 employees(00:03:07) Fortnite’s new post-apocalyptic season has Fallout, Magneto, and vehicular mayhem(00:06:23) You can now share passwords within your Google family group(00:09:09) ESA prepares for the post-ISS era, selects The Exploration Company, Thales Alenia to develop cargo spacecraft
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