Episodes

  • New York Set to Restrict Social-Media Algorithms for Teens

    New York Set to Restrict Social-Media Algorithms for Teens
    Jun 5 2024
    New York plans to prohibit social media companies from using algorithms to steer content to minors. WSJ reporter Jimmy Vielkind joins host Julie Chang to discuss the state’s new proposed legislation. Plus, WSJ contributor Tomio Geron on the growing popularity of personal-finance apps and ways to protect your data. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Prosecutors Probe Hacking-for-Hire Operation

    TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Prosecutors Probe Hacking-for-Hire Operation
    Jun 4 2024
    Plus, why some artificial intelligence workers say they’re afraid of voicing concerns. And Databricks is buying data-management startup Tabular in a bid for AI customers. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Investments by OpenAI’s CEO Raise Questions About Conflicts

    Investments by OpenAI’s CEO Raise Questions About Conflicts
    Jun 4 2024
    Many companies backed by Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, do business with the ChatGPT maker and benefit from the artificial intelligence boom driven by the blockbuster startup. That’s raising questions about conflicts. WSJ reporter Berber Jin joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss Altman’s investing. (News Corp, owner of The Wall Street Journal, has a content-licensing partnership with OpenAI.) Plus, organizations aren’t moving away from spreadsheets. Some say that is hamstringing efforts by companies to introduce AI tools. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: New York Set to Restrict Social-Media Algorithms

    TNB Tech Minute: New York Set to Restrict Social-Media Algorithms
    Jun 3 2024
    Plus, Advanced Micro Devices unveils its latest AI chips. And Spotify plans to raise prices. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Chip Making in the U.S. Gets Billions, But Still Faces Hurdles

    Chip Making in the U.S. Gets Billions, But Still Faces Hurdles
    Jun 3 2024
    The Chips Act is supposed to supercharge U.S. semiconductor making. But two years in, it is becoming clear it won’t be an easy process. WSJ semiconductors reporter Asa Fitch joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the overseas rivals and the sheer expense of making chips. Plus, your car could be collecting information on you. We’ll explain how and what you can do to maintain your privacy. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: Google Refines AI Overview After Odd Search Results

    TNB Tech Minute: Google Refines AI Overview After Odd Search Results
    May 31 2024
    Plus, Intel prepares for rising demand for consumer products that can handle AI computing tasks. And Apple and Tesla chip supplier plans a new $5.4 billion plant in Italy. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Firefox Maker Plans to Add AI Features to Its Browser

    Firefox Maker Plans to Add AI Features to Its Browser
    May 31 2024
    Mozilla plans to add artificial intelligence features to its Firefox web browser. At the WSJ’s Future of Everything Festival Mozilla CEO Laura Chambers and Mozilla Foundation president Mark Surman shared their vision for the future of the web with WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims. Plus, new research questions how much screens before bed actually delay sleep. Zoe Thomas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    13 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: Google Plans $2 Billion for Malaysia Data Center

    TNB Tech Minute: Google Plans $2 Billion for Malaysia Data Center
    May 30 2024
    Plus, KKR gets EU approval for $23 billion acquisition of Telecom Italia’s broadband network. And China plans to impose export controls on aviation equipment, technology and software. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins