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Jim Love

A daily news program covering the top stories in technology with a weekend in depth interview.

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11:10

EU Finds A New Way To Identify Deepfakes: Hashtag...

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2024/10/22

EU's Deepfake Battle, Italy's Google Drive Misfire, and Apple's AI Lag In this episode of Hashtag Trending, sponsored by CDW Canada Tech Talks, host Jim Love dives into the European Union's innovative approach to combating deep fakes using micro expressions, the unintended consequences of Italy's Privacy Shield law blocking Google Drive, and Apple's lag in artificial intelligence development. The episode also touches on AI self-reflection capabilities and the importance of skepticism in evaluating

08:01

750 Million in Bitcoin Vanished from Tesla Accounts:...

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2024/10/21

In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love delves into Tesla's mysterious $750 million Bitcoin transfer, Sam Altman's rebranded identity company, World, and a controversial AI chatbot using the name of a murder victim. Discover the latest tech trends and insights, including Tesla's potential crypto market impact, World’s biometric identity verification ambitions, and the urgent need for AI ethics. Tune in to stay informed about these critical developments in the tech world. 00:00

49:16

Gone Phishin' - Everything you need to know (and...

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2024/10/19

Unmasking Phishing: Evolution, Techniques, and Defense Strategies Join host Jim Love and cybersecurity expert David Shipley in this comprehensive episode as they uncover the evolving threats of phishing. From traditional email scams to sophisticated AI-powered attacks, they explore how cybercriminals exploit emotional triggers and familiar technologies. The episode covers various forms of phishing, including spear phishing, vishing, and QR phishing, and offers insights into the psychology behind

08:10

Google's new experimental Notebook LM causes a...

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2024/10/18

Meta Layoffs, Biden's Nuclear Investment, and Google's Revolutionary Notebook LM - Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers Meta's layoffs across WhatsApp, Instagram, and Reality Labs as part of reorganization for efficiency in 2023. The Biden administration's $900 million investment in small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) aims to meet US emission goals and provide flexible energy solutions. Additionally, Google's experimental Notebook LM interface is making

13:28

Judge rules Meta must face allegations of encouraging...

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2024/10/17

Discover the latest in a lawsuit against Meta over social media addiction among youth, the FTC's new 'Click to Cancel' rule for simplifying subscription cancellations, and the FCC's probe into broadband data caps. Learn about an Apple-sponsored study questioning the reasoning capabilities of advanced AI models like GPT 4.0, featuring insights from Geoffrey Hinton on the future of AI intelligence. Get up-to-date with these impactful stories and their implications for social media, consumer rights,

08:05

Ai's a vulnerable to invisible prompt injections:...

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2024/10/16

Intel CEO Responds to Demise Rumors, AI Vulnerabilities, and Drones in Warfare In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger's response to rumors about Intel's decline and their collaboration with AMD. The episode delves into the use of hidden characters to exploit AI models and discusses the potential dangers and advancements of AI in warfare, including the increased effectiveness of Ukrainian drones using AI technology from Palantir. Tune in to learn about the

06:21

Canadian Quantum system used to challenge military...

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2024/10/15

AI-Driven Gmail Phishing, Quantum Threats to Encryption, Wayback Machine Update In this episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, we cover three critical stories. First, the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine is back online in read-only mode after a major data breach. Then, a sophisticated AI-driven phishing scheme targeting Gmail users that even experts find hard to spot. Finally, a significant breakthrough in quantum computing by Chinese researchers using Canada's D Wave quantum computer,

39:39

Tech Trends 2025 with Brian Jackson, Principal...

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2024/10/12

Exploring IT Trends and AI Opportunities with Brian Jackson In this crossover episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love interviews Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director at Info-Tech Research Group, to discuss emerging IT trends and their intersection with cybersecurity. The conversation covers AI advancements, quantum computing, and digital humans, focusing on how to leverage technology for business opportunities while mitigating associated risks. Brian also emphasizes the importance of AI

09:38

Internet Archive and Wayback Machine are hacked. 31...

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2024/10/11

Major Data Breach, Instagram Moderation Chaos, and AI Companion Trends In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses several pivotal tech stories. The Internet Archive has faced a significant data breach, impacting 31 million users, and leading to exposed user data and website defacement. On social media, Instagram and Threads are experiencing moderation issues, causing user frustration as posts and accounts vanish without explanation. Meanwhile, Rocky Linux finds innovative ways to

10:46

Zoho offers an on ramp to AI for SMBs: Hashtag...

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2024/10/10

AI Innovations & Industry Shifts: Zoho's Growth, Google's Legal Challenges, and Hinton's Nobel Prize This episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, covers the highlights from Zoho's Zoholics conference, focusing on how SMBs can integrate AI effectively. Discover groundbreaking claims of energy efficiency with the LMUL technique potentially reducing neural network power usage by 95 percent. The U.S. DOJ's consideration of breaking up Google due to an online search monopoly ruling is discussed

06:46

AI pioneers get a Nobel Prize in physics: Hashtag...

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2024/10/09

Nobel Prize in Physics for AI Innovators & The Privacy Concerns at Google In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield receive the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their work on artificial neural networks. Meanwhile, Google faces scrutiny as a report reveals continuous location tracking on its Pixel 9 Pro XL phones, raising privacy concerns. Additionally, Samsung apologizes for a decline in profits, highlighting competition and delays in chip sales. Join host Jim Love for

10:41

Did tech companies jump the gun on tech staff...

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2024/10/08

Tech Job Market Rebounds, AI Detection Challenges, and Microsoft's Office 2024 In today's episode, host Jim Love covers the recovery of the tech job market with companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft rehiring developers after initial layoffs driven by AI fears. The challenge of distinguishing AI generated from human content is becoming more complex, alongside increased privacy concerns with smart TVs as digital 'Trojan horses.' Additionally, Microsoft introduces Office 2024, catering to those

06:54

Cloudflare punches back and we all benefit: Hashtag...

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2024/10/07

WordPress Legal Battles, Cloudflare's Patent Victory, & AI vs Climate Concerns In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses the ongoing legal battle between WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine over trademark usage and revenue sharing. Also covered is Cloudflare's recent victory against patent troll Sable Networks, marking a win for companies often targeted by exploitative patent litigation. Lastly, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt's controversial stance on prioritizing

42:11

The current state of the Cloud: Special Guest, K J...

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2024/10/05

Exploring the 2024 CDW Canadian Hybrid Cloud Report with KJ Burke In this episode of Hashtag Trending, the weekend edition, host Jim Love delves into the evolution and current state of cloud technology with guest KJ Burke, Field CTO for Hybrid Infrastructure at CDW Canada. They discuss the 2024 CDW Canadian hybrid cloud report, prepared with IDC, highlighting trends and challenges in cloud management, particularly in Canadian businesses. The dialogue touches on hybrid cloud definitions, financial

09:12

OpenAI raises big money. But can it make money?...

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2024/10/04

Major AI Shakeups: OpenAI's Funding Frenzy and NVIDIA's Game-Changer In this episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, discover the latest shifts in the tech world. OpenAI raises a massive $6.6 billion in funding, despite concerns over its profitability and internal culture shifts. NVIDIA unveils NVLM 1.0, an open-source AI model that rival's industry leaders, sparking debates on its impact and ethical implications. Additionally, Google rolls out a new visual search feature that aims to

11:39

Is Linux the future of AI? Hashtag Trending for...

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2024/10/03

Exploring Tech Trends: Microsoft's RTO Stance, Linux vs. Windows, and AI Coding Impacts In this episode, host Jim Love discusses the current technological trends and debates shaping the industry. He starts by introducing CDW Canada Tech Talks, a podcast for tech enthusiasts covering insights on AI adoption and hybrid cloud. The episode delves into Microsoft's decision against a strict return-to-office mandate, contrasting it with Amazon's approach and its implications on employee satisfaction. Jim

06:24

Hurricane Helene may disrupt global IT supply chain

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2024/10/02

Tech Trends: Hurricane Helene's Impact on the Global Supply Chain & The Future of Remote Work In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives into the significant impacts of Hurricane Helene on the global tech supply chain, focusing on the disruption in quartz mining in North Carolina, crucial for semiconductor and solar panel production. The show also covers a recent KPMG survey revealing that 79% of U.S. corporate CEOs predict the end of remote work within three years and explore

04:59

AI safety bill vetoed by California governor: Hashtag...

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2024/10/01

Verizon Outage & AI Regulation: Hashtag Trending News Update In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses Verizon's significant nationwide outage affecting thousands of customers, California Governor Gavin Newsom's veto of a sweeping AI safety bill, and Meta's new AI-generated personalized content feature. Tune in for the latest updates on these major tech stories and more! 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Recommendation 00:42 Verizon's Nationwide Outage 02:08 California's AI Safety

07:48

Researcher implants false memories in ChatGPT:...

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2024/09/30

AI Vulnerabilities, Fraud Risks & Tech Industry News | #Trending with Jim Love In this episode of 'Hashtag Trending,' host Jim Love covers critical developments in technology. Discover the potential risks posed by implanted false memories in ChatGPT, as highlighted by Johan Rehberger, and learn how Canadian small businesses are grappling with rising fraud threats. Additionally, explore a new hack circumventing HP's ink cartridge DRM and hear about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's ambitious $7 trillion chip

28:07

Fighting Patent Trolls that threaten Open Source...

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2024/09/28

Fighting Patent Trolls that threaten Open Source innovation - Featuring Joanna Lee and Sean Ambwani In this episode of Hashtag Trending's weekend edition, host Jim Love dives into the world of patent trolls and the impact on innovation. Featuring guests Joanna Lee from the Linux Foundation and Cloud Native Computing Foundation, and Sean Ambwani, co-founder of Unified Patents. They discuss the challenges of defending against non-practicing entities (patent trolls), the importance of community and

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