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2:46

MIT disavows doctoral student paper on AI’s...

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2025/05/21

MIT says that due to concerns about the “integrity” of a high-profile paper on the effects of artificial intelligence on the productivity of a materials science lab, the paper should be “withdrawn from public discourse.” The paper in question, “Artificial Intelligence, Scientific Discovery, and Product Innovation,” was written by a doctoral studentLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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6:08

VUZ gets $12M to scale immersive video experiences...

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2025/05/20

VUZ, a startup known for offering immersive video experiences from red carpets and football stadiums, has raised $12 million as it doubles down on its presence in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, as well as accelerates expansion into Africa, Asia, and the United States Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4:44

Cognichip emerges from stealth with the goal of using...

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2025/05/20

Chips are a critical component of the AI industry. But new chips don’t hit the market with the same speed as new AI models and products do. Cognichip has a lofty goal of creating a foundational AI model that can help bring new chips to market faster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4:01

Sam Altman’s goal for ChatGPT to remember ‘your whole...

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2025/05/19

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman laid out a big vision for the future of ChatGPT at an AI event hosted by VC firm Sequoia earlier this month. When asked by one attendee about how ChatGPT can become more personalized, Altman replied that he eventually wants the model to document and remember everything in a person’s life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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6:10

Airbnb expands into services and experiences, plans...

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2025/05/19

As part of a broader app update, Airbnb on Tuesday introduced a new feature that allows travelers to book services and experiences, like getting a message, haircut, or chef-prepared meal, or taking part in some activity. These new offerings can be added to your stay, but they can also be booked independently, Airbnb says. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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6:06

Grok is unpromptedly telling X users about South...

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2025/05/16

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok appeared to experience a bug on Wednesday that caused it to reply to dozens of posts on X with information about genocide in South Africa, even when the user didn’t ask anything about the subject. The strange responses largely came from the X account for Grok. Also, digital consumer bank Chime has moved forward with its IPO by filing its S-1 paperwork Tuesday. Chime had reportedly filed confidential S-1 paperwork back in December. S-1 filings typically reveal all kinds of

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6:33

White House scraps plan to block data brokers from...

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2025/05/16

The decision to reverse course comes after an industry lobby group called for the rule change to be withdrawn. Also, speaking during a business summit in Doha, Trump said he met with Cook and asked him to stop building in India and instead increase production in the US ... and YouTube introduced an interactive product feed for shoppable TV adsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4:09

Sam Altman apparently does not respect olive oil

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2025/05/15

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is using his olive oil inefficiently in an “offense to horticulture,” the Financial Times humorously reports. For its “Lunch with the FT” series, the paper joined Altman in his kitchen. He prepared a garlicky pasta and salad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4:40

GM’s new ‘manganese rich’ battery promises cheaper...

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2025/05/15

Lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) batteries should slash costs without sacrificing much range.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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4:42

VCs are known to move in herds, which is why Eric...

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2025/05/14

The mobile controller company Backbone unveiled its Backbone Pro controller this week, which brings iOS and Android gaming experiences to the next level. A successor to the Backbone One controller, the Pro features full-size joysticks, re-mappable buttons, and Bluetooth compatibility, making for a more premium gaming setup.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3:47

InventWood is about to mass produce wood that’s...

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2025/05/14

The material has 50% more tensile strength than steel with a strength-to-weight ratio that’s ten-times better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3:28

Remember Moviefone? Well, it’s back.

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2025/05/13

For millions of movie enthusiasts in the ’90s, Moviefone’s 777-FILM number was the go-to source for obtaining showtimes. Now, under new ownership, Moviefone is trying to make a comeback. On Friday, as part of its 35th anniversary celebration, Moviefone announced the relaunch of its mobile app and a new nationally syndicated broadcast TV series.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3:09

Microsoft employees are banned from using DeepSeek app

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2025/05/13

Microsoft employees aren’t allowed to use DeepSeek due to data security and propaganda concerns, Microsoft vice chairman and president Brad Smith said in a Senate hearing today. “At Microsoft we don’t allow our employees to use the DeepSeek app,” Smith said, referring to DeepSeek’s application service (which is available on both desktop and mobile.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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6:08

The Greek revival you’re not watching (but probably...

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2025/05/12

Much of the world isn’t paying close attention to Greece right now. That may be a mistake. Best known for its stunning islands, sun-soaked cities, and deep historical roots, Greece has been quietly laying the foundation for something far less expected: a modern, resilient tech economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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5:38

Rove, founded by a 22-year-old, is helping Gen Z earn...

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2025/05/12

During his junior year study abroad, Max Morganroth, traveled to 30 countries, primarily flying in business and first class. His jet setting was funded almost entirely by airline points he collected through strategic credit card applications and miles redemptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3:54

AI data startup WisdomAI nabs $23M with a smart way...

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2025/05/09

Rubrik co-founder Soham Mazumdar has a new data startup called Wisdom AI. It offers an agentic data analyst that works with structured, unstructured, even “dirty” data.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3:46

Employer.com scoops up another fintech in purchase of...

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2025/05/09

Employer.com has acquired MainStreet.com for an undisclosed amount, the latest fintech startup to get snapped up by the workforce management company. In a post on X, Employer.com Chairman and co-founder Jesse Tinsley said the two companies were “merging forces to simplify business back office solutions into one powerhouse platform.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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7:06

Energy Star program getting scrapped, Ford raising...

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2025/05/08

The Energy Star program's signature yellow labels appear on appliances and electronics for sale throughout the U.S.; Ford is raising the price of the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV and popular entry-level Maverick pickup by as much as $2,000 due to the import taxes President Donald Trump is placing on vehicles made in Mexico, according to Reuters. Higher prices could make it harder for traditional automakers like Ford to sell their EVs; Tech executives have long talked about how AI is going to

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3:56

Cnaught wants to make carbon credits easy for...

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2025/05/08

Cnaught is a market maker seeking to ease the pain of buying carbon credits for companies without dedicated teams.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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7:35

MoneyFellows raises $13M to take its group savings...

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2025/05/07

While most African digital lenders depend on working capital to fuel growth, MoneyFellows has quietly done what few others have: lend billions of Egyptian pounds with almost no debt or balance sheet exposure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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