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Tech News Briefing

Tech News Briefing

Hear about the top tech stories of the day. Includes news and features, plus a rundown on tech stocks on the move. The Wall Street Journal Podcast Page

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2:07

TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk Sues Sam Altman and OpenAI

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/03/01

Plus: Reddit will seek a valuation of up to $6.5 billion in its upcoming IPO. And Meta won’t enter into new deals with news publishers in Australia and the U.S. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:12

The U.S. Is Behind in Hypersonic Tech. Can Silicon...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/03/01

Hypersonic weapons and aircraft travel at five times the speed of sound or faster. Though Russia and China have these weapons, the U.S. military does not, despite investing billions of dollars over decades in their development. Now, some Silicon Valley startups are betting they can help the U.S. Defense Department catch up. WSJ tech reporter Heather Somerville tells host Alex Ossola why investors and startups are placing unlikely bets on superfast missile systems. Learn more about your ad choices

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10:27

Why Nvidia Is Now Tech’s Hottest Employer

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/29

As chipmaker Nvidia rides the artificial intelligence boom to the top of its field and the stock market, it’s looking attractive to more than just investors and customers. Workers, from interns to PhDs, are increasingly seeking out roles at the company. Its intense culture and hefty pay packages only help to sweeten the deal. WSJ reporter Isabelle Bousquette tells host Alex Ossola about what makes Nvidia so appealing, and what the firm’s recruiters are looking for in applicants.Learn more about

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1:57

TNB Tech Minute: Ukraine Says Russia Is Using Elon...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/13

Plus: Instacart is laying off 7% of staff. And Walmart is in talks to buy smart TV company Vizio. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:15

The Strategy Behind Temu’s Rapid Rise

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/13

If you caught the Super Bowl over the weekend, chances are you saw at least one ad for Temu. Since the China-backed company launched in the U.S. in September 2022, it’s been pouring money into marketing—Temu was the fifth-largest digital advertising spender in the final three months of 2023. It’s trying to become the go-to place for Americans to buy cheap goods online. But can it overcome its more established rivals? WSJ reporter Shen Lu tells host Alex Ossola about Temu’s marketing strategy, and

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1:45

TNB Tech Minute: President Biden Takes to TikTok

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/12

Plus: Digital freight startup CDL 1000 acquires competitor NEXT Trucking. And Gilead Sciences expands its portfolio to treat liver disease by acquiring biopharma company CymaBay Therapeutics. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:38

Tech Millionaires Want to Fix San Francisco

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/12

The tech industry has had a big impact on San Francisco, but for years Silicon Valley leaders have largely stayed out of city politics. Now, that’s changing. In an effort to combat issues like crime and homelessness, Silicon Valley investors and executives are holding fundraising events for local candidates and using their influence to sway public opinion. WSJ technology reporter Preetika Rana tells host Alex Ossola why this involvement—particularly during an election year—could determine San

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1:50

TNB Tech Minute: X to Host Live Sports-Betting

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/09

Plus: Amazon Prime Video will stream its first NFL playoff game next season. And Nikola’s board rejects nominees from former Chairman and Founder Trevor Milton. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:40

How Shein, TikTok and Temu Are Taking on Amazon

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/09

Amazon has long been the biggest online retailer in the U.S., offering customers low prices and quick delivery times. Now, competitors like Shein, TikTok and Temu are looking to beat Amazon at its own game. They’re building up their U.S. logistics operations. Shein and TikTok are even opening offices in Seattle in an effort to poach talent from Amazon. WSJ reporter Sebastian Herrera tells host Alex Ossola about these moves—and whether they could be enough to unseat Amazon. Learn more about your ad

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2:05

TNB Tech Minute: Google Launches Gemini Advanced...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/08

Plus: The FCC outlaws robocalls made with AI voices. And Disney will bring the Magic Kingdom to “Fortnite.” Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:54

What Elon Musk’s Close to Some Board Members Mean for...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/08

Money and drugs tie Elon Musk to some Tesla directors, and some shareholders have questioned whether the board of directors is truly independent. Some board members have invested in Musk’s other companies, and, as The Wall Street Journal exclusively reports, they have deep personal ties to Musk, too. WSJ reporter Emily Glazer tells host Alex Ossola more about these personal and financial relationships, and how they could affect the companies’ business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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1:54

TNB Tech Minute: Uber Turns a Profit

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/07

Plus: The CEO of Douyin, the Chinese version of TikTok, steps down. And Alibaba posts lackluster sales growth. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:32

How a State Law Could Block Social Media Algorithms...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/07

New York is one of the latest states attempting to rein in social media platforms in the wake of federal inaction. State officials are considering a proposal that would restrict the use of algorithms on platforms like Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X for teen users. WSJ reporter Jimmy Vielkind tells host Alex Ossola how the law would work, and what effects it could have beyond New York. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:38

TNB Tech Minute: DocuSign to Cut Staff as Tech...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/06

Plus: Fox, ESPN and Warner Brothers Discovery are teaming up to create a supersize sports-streaming service. And hybrid vehicle sales bring Toyota to new heights. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:46

Why Wall Street Firms Are Embracing Crypto

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/06

Wall Street has tiptoed around crypto for years. But following the Securities and Exchange Commission’s approval of spot-bitcoin ETFs last month, some financial firms seeking a fresh source of revenue are now jumping in with both feet. Firms that have a reputation for being staid and reliable are even using language popular in the crypto community, which not long ago viewed Wall Street as an ideological enemy. WSJ reporter Alexander Osipovich joins host Alex Ossola to talk about how these firms are

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1:41

TNB Tech Minute: Snap Plans Latest Round of Layoffs

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/05

Plus: Yandex sells its Russian assets. And SoftBank-backed Invitae prepares to file for bankruptcy. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:18

Will Big Tech’s Bet on AI Pay Off?

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/05

Five of the biggest tech companies—Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, Apple and Microsoft—reported their most recent quarterly earnings last week. For all of them, the reports were favorable, with revenue and operating earnings beating analysts’ expectations. But there were also signs of potential challenges ahead as the companies invest in artificial intelligence. WSJ Heard on the Street Columnist Dan Gallagher tells host Alex Ossola what the earnings show about the state of big tech, and what the year ahead

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11:03

Why 23andMe, Once a Silicon Valley Darling, Is...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/02

23andMe was once one of the hottest startups in Silicon Valley. It was founded on the idea that genetic tests can help people understand their health, and the company’s test kits became popular gifts. But while CEO Anne Wojcicki has made some big bets, 23andMe’s inability to turn a profit means that it could run out of money before it can accomplish its most ambitious goals. WSJ reporter Rolfe Winkler joins host Alex Ossola to talk about 23andMe’s trajectory, and what it will take to turn the

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1:45

TNB Tech Minute: Meta’s Sales Are Up

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/01

Plus: Holiday shopping boosts Amazon’s revenue. And Apple’s iPhone sales grew. Alex Ossola hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:51

Apple’s Vision Pro Headset Offers a Glimpse of the...

Tech News Briefing ·

2024/02/01

Apple’s Vision Pro headsets will be available in U.S. stores tomorrow. But what can you do with it—and, with its price tag of $3,499, who is it even for? WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern recently spent 24 hours wearing the Vision Pro, and she tells host Alex Ossola what you can (and probably shouldn’t do) with it on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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