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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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12:47

Are AI enabled software functionality worth a 300%...

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2024/09/04

In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers several crucial topics: increasing government data requests from tech companies, a TikTok algorithm study suggesting pro-China bias, the resignation of a key figure in the Rust for Linux project, and a significant price hike by Canva attributed to new AI features. Tune in for these stories and more insights into the intersection of tech, privacy, and global politics. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:35 Government Data Requests on the

07:57

Elon Musk takes on the Brazilian government: Hashtag...

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2024/09/03

Elon Musk Battles Brazil, Veeam's New Backup Solution, and Anthropic's AI Breakthrough In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives into Elon Musk's escalating conflict with the Brazilian government over Starlink's refusal to block the social media platform X. We also explore Veeam's new support for Proxmox, offering flexibility for backup and restoration across multiple virtualization platforms. Additionally, we cover Anthropic's new Claude artifacts store, which aims to revolutionize

01:04:55

Mastering AI & Cybersecurity: Navigating the Future -...

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2024/08/31

Welcome to a special weekend edition of Hashtag Today! In this long weekend episode, we delve into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on various sectors, particularly as organizations ramp up their plans for the upcoming year. Join our host Jim Love and a distinguished panel of experts: Evgeny Koloda, Marcel Gagne, John Pinard, and Nicole Bendrich, as they explore the current state of AI, its promises, practical implementations, and the cybersecurity challenges associated

01:31

Can Jim be replaced by AI? Special Announcement for...

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2024/08/30

In this episode of Hashtag Trending, Jim Love's AI replacement takes over to deliver the latest updates. Tune in for important news about a special weekend edition, 'Practical AI,' hosted by Jim himself. An all-star panel from business, technology, finance, U.S. healthcare, open source, and cybersecurity will discuss the current state of AI and share valuable advice for the upcoming year. Don't miss out on the insightful discussion, available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. Visit technewsday.com for

09:15

"Model Collapse" is a real threat to AI - NY Times. ...

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2024/08/29

AI Updates: Amazon's Alexa Enhancement, Russia's Internet Threats, & California's AI Regulation Moves In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses Amazon's new AI-powered Alexa subscription model, potential threats from Russia targeting global internet infrastructure, California's AI regulation bill SB 1047, and the challenges AI models face with model collapse. Stay informed on how these developments could impact technology and our daily lives. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:28

11:05

Dangerous safety concerns emerge in Microsoft CoPilot...

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2024/08/28

Solar Dominates US Energy, AI Safety Concerns, and AirTag Justice | Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers a range of tech topics: Solar and battery storage lead U.S. electricity capacity with projections for 2024, major resignations at OpenAI spark AI safety concerns, Microsoft's Bing CoPilot falsely accuses a journalist, and a woman uses an Apple AirTag to track down mail thieves in Southern California. Tune in for all the details! 00:00 Introduction and

09:49

Uber fined, Telegram CEO Arrested. Hashtag Trending...

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2024/08/27

Major Struggles for Tech Giants: Uber Fined, Telegram CEO Arrested, US-China Tech Tensions In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love delves into three major stories impacting the tech world. Uber faces a hefty fine of 290 million euros from the Dutch Data Protection Authority for violating GDPR by improperly transferring driver data to the U.S. Telegram's CEO, Pavel Jurov, gets arrested in France over platform moderation issues related to crimes against minors. And US tech companies

09:12

Inside the brain of an AI model: Hashtag Trending for...

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2024/08/26

AI MRI, Farewell Windows Control Panel, and Sonos Crisis - Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses Microsoft's official confirmation of the Windows Control Panel's retirement and the transition to a new Settings app. Additionally, the episode covers Russian authorities seizing over $100 billion from Google to fund war propaganda, and the challenges faced by Sonos due to a flawed app rollout. Jim also delves into the complexity of understanding large generative

16:39

Cyber Insurance myths and misconceptions with Danish...

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2024/08/23

Understanding Cyber Insurance for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses with Zensurance CEO Danish Yusuf In this special weekend edition of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love delves into the topic of cyber insurance for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The episode features an in-depth conversation with Danish Yusuf, the founder and CEO of Zensurance, who shares expert insights on the importance of cyber insurance, its affordability, and the misconceptions surrounding it. Yusuf, a former leader at

07:29

Car companies sell your data and cost you money:...

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2024/08/22

Meta's Data Scraping, Car Data Abuse & Cisco Layoffs Controversy In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses Meta's controversial web crawling bots that scrape site data for AI training, car companies selling driver data to insurance firms leading to higher premiums, and Cisco's questionable layoff practices. The episode also touches on broader issues of data privacy, corporate transparency, and the impact of layoffs on employee morale. Stay tuned for an upcoming special on cyber

08:13

Popular software says NO to Generative AI: Hashtag...

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2024/08/21

Authors Sue Anthropic, IRS's Tech Woes, and Procreate's Stand Against AI - Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses a landmark copyright lawsuit against Anthropic over AI training on pirated books, the IRS's outdated technology infrastructure posing risks to taxpayers, and Procreate's firm stance against incorporating generative AI into its software. Get the latest updates on these key tech stories and more. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:27 Authors Sue

10:06

Are certifications really the ticket to higher pay?...

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2024/08/20

Big Changes in Tech: AMD's $4.9B Acquisition & California's AI Legislation Retreat Join host Jim Love on Hashtag Trending as we delve into the latest tech news. Discover why AMD is making waves with its $4.9 billion acquisition of ZT Systems and explore California's strategic retreat on AI safety legislation amid tech industry resistance. We'll also examine new research from Foote Partners highlighting the pay gap between certified and non-certified IT skills. Stay informed with these impactful

06:24

Study says 94% of spreadsheets have critical errors:...

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2024/08/19

The Hidden Dangers in Spreadsheets and Work Laptops: Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses critical errors found in 94% of business spreadsheets and their significant impact. The episode also highlights the reliability of top work-related services like Dropbox, Asana, and Airtable, and explores alarming cybersecurity risks associated with personal use of company laptops. Tune in to learn about these issues and the importance of improved quality assurance and

51:26

Exploring the Future of Deep Fakes and Cybersecurity...

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2024/08/16

In this special episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love (and his deepfake counterpart) delve into the intriguing world of deepfakes and their impact on cybersecurity. Joined by a panel featuring Marcel Gagné, David Shipley, and Andréanne Bergeron, the discussion covers the evolution of deepfake technology, its potential risks at individual and corporate levels, and the broader implications for society. From insightful debates on AI's progression to critical thinking in the face of misinformation,

10:15

Has Musk's Grok AI gone too far? Hashtag Trending for...

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2024/08/15

AI Gone Awry: Elon Musk's Controversial Images, Chatbot Wars, and Google's AI Missteps In this episode of Hashtag Trending, Jim Love covers Elon Musk's new AI image generator on X that raises concerns, the AI arms race in resume preparation and recruitment, and the latest developments in chatbots from Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Meta. The episode also critiques Google's disappointing launch of Gemini AI. Tune in for a deep dive into these critical AI topics and their implications. 00:00

06:59

Made by Google launches new products with AI...

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2024/08/14

Google's Big AI Push, Samsung Strike Update, and Troubling Tablet Study | Hashtag Trending In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers Google's Made by Google 2024 event, highlighting their new Pixel 9 phones, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and Pixel Watch 3. The episode also discusses the ongoing labor strike by Samsung Electronics workers and a new study revealing a link between tablet use and aggressive behavior in young children. Tune in for all this and more on the bad behavior edition of

07:59

The battle with Deep Fakes: Hashtag Trending for...

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2024/08/13

Google's Legal Woes: Impacts on Firefox, Cisco Job Cuts, and The Deep Fake Battle In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, we explore the potential fallout for Mozilla's Firefox from a recent antitrust judgment against Google. We also cover Cisco's planned layoffs amidst declining revenues and the Biden administration's new proposals to ease consumer subscription cancellations. Additionally, we discuss the growing threat of deep fake technology and efforts to combat it, including

06:51

Wikipedia in the age of AI: Hashtag Trending for...

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2024/08/12

AI Mimics Your Voice, Intel's Challenges, and Wikipedia's AI Era In this episode of #Trending, host Jim Love dives into OpenAI's GPT-4.0 voice imitation capabilities and its implications. Also covered are Intel's struggles to keep pace with competitors, drawing parallels to Boeing's past issues, and Wikipedia's efforts to navigate the challenges posed by AI-generated content while maintaining its role as a reliable information source. Tune in for in-depth discussions on these topics and more. 00:00

45:08

The Truth About Agile: An In-Depth Conversation over...

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2024/08/10

In this weekend edition of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love chats with developer Gregory Witek about the challenges and misconceptions of Agile development. They explore why Agile often fails in large corporations, touching on issues such as bureaucracy, quality control, and the imbalance of power between developers and process managers. They dive deep into their personal experiences, discuss the evolution of development methodologies, and ponder potential solutions for the industry. Tune in for a

09:23

Subscription fatigue? Hashtag Trending for Thursday,...

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2024/08/08

Dell Layoffs, Massive Data Leak, and Subscription Fatigue - #TrendingTech In this edition of #TrendingTech, host Jim Love covers Dell's latest layoffs as the company aims to streamline and focus on modern IT and AI. Also, we delve into one of the largest data leaks in history involving National Public Data, and discuss the growing consumer fatigue with subscription-based models. Other tech industry updates include Robert Half's report on talent shortages in high-demand areas like AI and

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