Tech News Briefing

12:36

China’s Efforts to Poach Top Tech Engineers Have the...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/12/03

After years of Western governments making it more difficult for China to access sensitive technologies like semiconductors and artificial intelligence, Chinese companies are now bombarding tech talent with job offers. Can Western governments do anything to restrict recruitment and hold on to trade secrets? WSJ’s China tech reporter and editor Liza Lin explains this new front in the battle for tech supremacy. Plus, Coca-Cola’s latest holiday ads were made by AI. We look at what the move means for the

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2:02

TNB Tech Minute: Intel CEO Abruptly Retires Amid...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/12/02

Plus, the Biden administration issues new rules on transferring chips to China. And Super Micro Computer says a final review of its accounting showed no evidence of fraud or misconduct by its board or management. Danny Lewis hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:45

Can AI Help Fix Boring Software?

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/12/02

Figma is a collaboration-software company that helps designers and product developers work together to build software products. And the company is looking to incorporate artificial intelligence into every step of the development process. At WSJ Tech Live in October, Figma co-founder and CEO Dylan Field joined WSJ global tech editor Jason Dean for a chat about collaboration in the AI-era. We play you highlights of that conversation. Julie Chang hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology

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2:24

TNB Tech Minute: SoftBank Doubles Down on OpenAI...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/27

Plus, crypto advocates land legal win after a federal appeals court rejects the Treasury Department’s sanctions on Tornado Cash. And, Shopify looks to court bigger clients. Julie Chang hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:26

The AI-Powered Hollywood Studio

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/20

A new entertainment studio called Promise will incorporate generative artificial-intelligence tools into various stages of production for movies and shows. WSJ deputy media editor Jessica Toonkel joins host Belle Lin to talk about how the studio will make AI-powered entertainment and what it means for the industry. Plus, what to expect from chip giant Nvidia’s earnings today.Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:24

TNB Tech Minute: Google’s $2 Billion Anthropic...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/19

Plus, it’s not just data centers—networking capabilities need upgrades for AI too. And how AI is playing a role in preparing for earnings day. Belle Lin hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:47

What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for the Top U.S....

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/19

Some Republican lawmakers and policy agenda Project 2025 have criticized the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency for overreach. WSJ reporter James Rundle joins host Belle Lin to talk about how President-elect Trump’s second term might shape the cyber agency, from more robust abilities for it to detect and respond to cyber threats, to drastic budget cuts.Plus, why some techies are taking their meetings and networking events to saunas. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter.

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2:30

TNB Tech Minute: AI Investments Are Booming, But VC...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/18

Plus, Trump picks Brendan Carr as FCC Chair. And Roblox adds parental controls. Belle Lin hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:04

Behind Big Tech’s Effort to Kill an Online Kid Safety...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/18

One of the most significant expansions of online protection for children in decades is currently languishing in the House, without a clear path to passage. WSJ reporter Georgia Wells joins host James Rundle to discuss what happened to the Kids Online Safety Act, and how intense lobbying from tech giants including Meta Platforms and Alphabet’s Google contributed to its struggles. Plus, we preview Bold Names, a new series from WSJ columnists Christopher Mims and Tim Higgins. Sign up for the WSJ's

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26:10

Bold Names: Why This Tesla Pioneer Says the Cheap EV...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/16

Tesla, and its CEO Elon Musk, are the big names in electric vehicles, but a lot of competitors are nipping at their heels, including one led by a former top Tesla engineer. Peter Rawlinson is the CEO of Lucid, a billion-dollar auto startup he says has better technology than its rivals. The company recently completed a $1.75 billion stock offering, and has backing from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Now, as major automakers such as Volkswagen, General Motors and Ford pull back on their EV

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2:11

TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk Sues OpenAI Again

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/15

Plus, General Motors lays off 1,000 workers. And Samsung plans a massive share buyback program. James Rundle hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:55

TNB Tech Minute: Meta Fined $843 Million by European...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/14

Plus, a consumer protection group sues Apple. And Cisco posts lower revenue and profit, but results beat analyst estimates. James Rundle hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:58

TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk’s X Hires First CFO in Two...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/13

Plus, Amazon launches sub-$20 section. And chip maker AMD lays off over 1,000 workers. James Rundle hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:11

How Microsoft’s CFO Calls the Shots on AI Spending

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/08

Microsoft chief financial officer Amy Hood is responsible for approving deals that have made Microsoft the most acquisitive company in the tech industry. WSJ tech reporter Tom Dotan tells host Cordilia James how Hood is steering the company’s massive spending on artificial intelligence. Plus, how to spot fake reviews from real ones while shopping online.Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:28

TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Agency Warns Employees Amid...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/07

Plus, U.S. Cellular to sell a portion of its spectrum licenses to AT&T in a billion dollar deal. And Rivian says it’s on track to report its first ever gross profit by year’s end. Cordilia James hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:35

Why Chinese EV Makers Are Expanding in Latin America

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/11/06

Brazil is the biggest overseas market for Chinese automaker BYD. Other Chinese companies are also moving to the country. WSJ Brazil correspondent Samantha Pearson tells host Cordilia James why the shift to the Latin American market is just the beginning of a global expansion that could give BYD an edge over manufacturers in the West. Plus, SpaceX is looking to advance its reusable rocket tech, and competitors are taking notice.Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about

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12:58

Cybersecurity Expert Chris Krebs Warns of Risks to U.S.

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/10/24

China is honing its cyberattack capabilities, according to Chris Krebs, the top cybersecurity official at the Department of Homeland Security during the Trump administration. Krebs is now an executive at cybersecurity firm SentinelOne. He spoke with WSJ reporter Rolfe Winkler at WSJ Tech Live about the threats he says are posed by China and also about possible cyber risks for the upcoming U.S. election. Plus, the Defense Department is considering asking senior tech professionals to join the reserves

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2:15

TNB Tech Minute: Tesla Posts Surprise Profit Jump in...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/10/23

Plus, Perplexity’s CEO proposes revenue-sharing deal with news publishers that have criticized the startup. And AT&T’s CEO says he doesn’t expect Apple Intelligence to lead to an iPhone sales boom. Zoe Thomas hosts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:05

Can Limits on Social Media Use Really Help Kids’...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/10/16

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

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3:00

TNB Tech Minute: New York Times Tells Perplexity to...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/10/15

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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