Episodes

  • TikTok Joint Venture Faces Scrutiny
    Mar 10 2026
    The creation of a new TikTok/US joint venture is raising national security concerns from experts in addition to questions over whether it complies with a law that states the app would be banned if it remained in Chinese hands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Robotaxi Summit: Regulation vs. Innovation in the Driverless Era
    Mar 9 2026
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is bringing the biggest names in autonomous driving to Washington this week. With CEOs from Waymo, Zoox, and Aurora set to appear, regulators are looking for answers on how these driverless systems handle real-world safety laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • NHTSA Scrutinizes Self-Driving Taxi Companies
    Mar 9 2026
    Government regulators with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are talking to self-driving taxi companies amid concerns about the safety of autonomous vehicles on American roads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Tencent vs. The US & Nintendo Sues for Billion-Dollar Refunds
    Mar 8 2026
    The gaming industry is facing its most significant legal week of 2026. First, we break down the U.S. government's move against Tencent Games—the Shenzhen-based giant behind League of Legends and Riot Games—citing the same data privacy concerns that led to the TikTok divestiture. Then, we dive into Nintendo’s blockbuster lawsuit against the U.S. Court of International Trade. Following the February 20th Supreme Court ruling striking down IEEPA-authorized tariffs, Nintendo is demanding a full refund, with interest, for billions in "unlawful" duties paid on Switch 2 accessories and hardware. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • 45 Days to Zero: The Rapid Fall of Highguard
    Mar 8 2026
    It was supposed to be the next big shadow-drop success, but Highguard is officially entering its final days. Wildlight Entertainment has announced the servers will go offline on March 12th—just six weeks after a high-profile launch. From a 2-million player start to a concurrent peak that struggled to hit 500 in its final weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Meta’s Smart Glass Scandal: Privacy, AI, and the Human Lens
    Mar 7 2026
    A new lawsuit filed in New Jersey and California alleges that Meta’s AI-enabled glasses have violated privacy laws in a graphic way. Reports indicate that subcontractors in Kenya were able to view private photos and videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Apple Announces New Product Lineup
    Mar 6 2026
    Among the new offerings from Apple are the iPhone 17e, iPad Air M4, and the MacBook Neo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins
  • Cities Use AI to Keep Streets Plowed
    Mar 5 2026
    Syracuse, New York is partnering with artificial intelligence company Samsara to more efficiently keep the streets brined, salted and plowed during the winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 mins