Episodes

  • Why One AI Godfather Says AI Is Dumber Than a Cat

    Why One AI Godfather Says AI Is Dumber Than a Cat
    Oct 17 2024
    Yann LeCun, a professor at New York University and senior researcher at Meta, is one of the godfathers of artificial intelligence but unlike other leaders in the field he doesn’t think today’s AI tech presents an existential peril to humanity. WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss LeCun’s position and why he says today’s AI is dumber than a cat. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    11 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: Amazon Joins AI Rivals In New Nuclear Investments

    TNB Tech Minute: Amazon Joins AI Rivals In New Nuclear Investments
    Oct 16 2024
    Plus: New York’s financial regulator urges firms to address cybersecurity risks from artificial intelligence. And an influential cybersecurity group in China is calling for a review of Intel’s products. Danny Lewis hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Can Limits on Social Media Use Really Help Kids’ Mental Health?

    Can Limits on Social Media Use Really Help Kids’ Mental Health?
    Oct 16 2024
    Lawmakers and parents are calling for restrictions on social media as more kids and teens report feeling depressed and anxious. Some scientists say it is hard to tell if new limits will help. WSJ reporter Nidhi Subbaraman tells host Zoe Thomas about the research. Plus, this high-tech jewelry is helping celebrities, athletes and our personal tech columnist track their health metrics. We'll tell you why people are wearing the Oura ring. 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 Times Tells Perplexity to ‘Cease and Desist’

    TNB Tech Minute: New York Times Tells Perplexity to ‘Cease and Desist’
    Oct 15 2024
    Plus, Intel and AMD are creating an advisory group to shape the future of x86 computer architecture. And Amazon and Databricks strike a deal that could reduce costs for companies seeking to build their own AI tools. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Why an AI Boomtown Is Sprouting in an Unlikely Place

    Why an AI Boomtown Is Sprouting in an Unlikely Place
    Oct 15 2024
    The Malaysian state of Johor is receiving huge investment in new data centers for artificial intelligence and more conventional cloud computing. WSJ reporter Stu Woo tells host Zoe Thomas why this once backwater location is in demand for tech companies and what it means for the area. Plus, the cutting edge of drone warfare is the front line of Ukraine’s defense against Russia. We’ll tell you about the drone innovations used by Ukraine's military. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    12 mins
  • TNB Tech Minute: To Power AI, Google Backs New Nuclear Plants

    TNB Tech Minute: To Power AI, Google Backs New Nuclear Plants
    Oct 14 2024
    Plus, the U.K. government says it’s secured more than $8 billion in combined commitments to build data centers from four U.S. businesses. And NASA’s mission to Europa blasts off. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins
  • Musk Unveils Tesla’s Robotaxi but Offers Few Details

    Musk Unveils Tesla’s Robotaxi but Offers Few Details
    Oct 14 2024
    Tesla’s robotaxi excited fans at a splashy event who are betting the company’s future is in robotics. But those watching online seemed underwhelmed, and investors were frustrated by the lack of details provided by CEO Elon Musk about the rollout of the company’s driverless cab. WSJ columnist Tim Higgins tells host Zoe Thomas about the investor response and Musk’s vision of Tesla’s future. Plus, how polite are you to AI chatbots? The answer could affect the responses you get. 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. Races to Understand Scope of China-Linked Hack

    TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Races to Understand Scope of China-Linked Hack
    Oct 11 2024
    Plus, X drops Unilever from a lawsuit against advertisers. And Tesla stock falls after the event unveiling its robotaxi. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 mins