Tech News Briefing

11:39

Social-Media Shopping Scams Target Young People

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/12

A growing number of young people are being hit by online shopping scams that originated on social media. WSJ family and tech columnist Julie Jargon joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what victims have gone through and how to protect yourself. Plus, WSJ gaming reporter Sarah Needleman explains why designing for avatars may be the next style trend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:35

Google Takes On Rivals in AI and Foldable Devices

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/11

Google is making a show of force to its rivals in the hardware and artificial-intelligence sectors. At its developer conference, the company unveiled its new AI search feature and announced plans for other AI tools. WSJ Google reporter Miles Kruppa breaks down the announcements, and WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen discusses Google’s new Pixel Fold. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:15

Virgin Galactic Struggles to Launch Its Space Tourism...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/10

Billionaire Richard Branson founded Virgin Galactic nearly two decades ago. But despite sending him to the edge of space and selling tickets to would-be space tourists, the company has struggled to launch its commercial space flights. Now it says it's ready to do so. WSJ aerospace reporter Micah Maidenberg joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what’s behind the delay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:50

Will AI Gold Rush Lead Investors to Risky Bets?

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/09

The potential of generative artificial intelligence has venture capitalists racing to invest. But in their rush to get in on the ground floor, are investors making the mistakes of the past? WSJ startups reporter Berber Jin joins host Zoe Thomas to explain. Plus, reporter Miles Kruppa discusses Google’s new approach to presenting search results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:03

TikTok Users Who Watched Gay Content Put on List,...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/08

For at least a year, some employees at TikTok were able to access what they described internally as a list of users who watched gay content on the app, according to former employees. TikTok says it's changed the way it handles this kind of data. But this is an unusual practice among tech companies and it's adding to questions about the company's handling of user information. WSJ social media reporter Georgia Wells joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss what happened. Learn more about your ad choices

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12:07

Lawmakers Fight for Child Vloggers to Be Compensated

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/05

For children who appear in monetized content online, like vlogs and social media posts, there are currently no laws to protect them or ensure they get a cut of the money they help earn. Now, some state lawmakers are fighting to change that. Tech News Briefing producer Zoe Kuhlkin joins host Zoe Thomas to explain why Illinois may be the first state to cross the finish line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:03

Meta Faces New Sanctions; Political Turmoil Hits Tech...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/04

The FTC proposes barring Meta’s from earning money on the data it collects on young users. TikTok launches a new advertising product. Also, Israel’s tech sector says political turmoil in the country is making it hard to raise money. WSJ reporter Dov Lieber joins host Zoe Thomas from Tel Aviv to explain the impact the unrest is having on “startup nation.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:47

Uber Picks Up More Riders, Bluesky Adds Users and...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/03

Marissa Mayer, CEO of Sunshine, says artificial intelligence can be used to help improve more mundane tasks. The former Yahoo boss spoke at this year’s WSJ Future of Everything Festival. Plus, why users are flocking to Bluesky Social as an alternative to Twitter. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:01

Your AI Clone Can Fool Family, Your Bank, But Not...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/02

You can pay companies to create video and audio versions of yourself using generative artificial intelligence. But how well does it work? WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what it was like to work with her AI clone, and why it has her worried. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:11

Apple Partnership was “Kiss of Death” Smaller Rivals...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/05/01

Smaller rivals say meeting with Apple ended with the tech giant releasing products that resemble their own. Some say Apple used the U.S. patent system to avoid having to pay for using their technology. Apple says it doesn’t steal technology and plays by the rules. WSJ Apple reporter Aaron Tilley joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what’s going on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:00

How to Secure Your Digital Life Before You Die

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/28

Your digital footprint lives on after you pass away. WSJ family and tech columnist Julie Jargon joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the best way to pass on access to your emails, photos and online accounts. Plus, WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Dan Gallagher explains what this week’s tech earnings say about the health of the sector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:18

Regulator Blocks Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard Deal

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/27

U.K. antitrust regulator rejects Microsoft’s $75 billion deal to buy game maker Activision Blizzard, saying it would hurt competition in videogame industry. WSJ reporter Kim Mackrael joins host Zoe Thomas to explain the regulator’s reasoning and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:28

Lyft to Cut at Least 1,200 Jobs, Struggles to Keep Up...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/26

Ride-hailing company Lyft plans to cut at least 30% of its workforce. It comes days after a new CEO officially took over. Can the changes and new leadership help Lyft compete with its biggest rival Uber? WSJ ride-hailing reporter Preetika Rana joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what’s going on inside Lyft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:12

What’s Going on With Twitter’s Blue Check Marks?

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/25

Twitter is changing which users get blue check marks. Some celebrities have lost then regained them, despite claiming they aren’t paying for Twitter’s new subscription program. WSJ’s Twitter reporter Alexa Corse joins host Zoe Thomas. Plus, Apple scores a legal win and Lyft plans for more layoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:07

When AI Gets It Wrong, Who’s on the Hook?

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/24

Generative artificial-intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT are known to get things wrong sometimes, a process known as “hallucinating.” But can anyone be held liable if those incorrect responses are damaging in some way? Host Zoe Thomas talks to a legal expert and an AI ethicist to explore the legal landscape for generative AI technology, and the tactics companies are employing to improve their products. This is the fourth episode of Tech News Briefing’s special series on generative AI, “Artificially

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13:28

iPhone Security Feature Helps Criminals Lock Users...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/21

Thieves in cities across the U.S. who steal iPhone passcodes along with the devices, are also using another Apple security feature to lock victims out of their accounts. The victims say they have no way to regain access to years of photos and other personal data. WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen joins host Zoe Thomas to explain how this crime works and why it’s so devastating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:04

Some Wanna-Be Influencers Pivot to Making Others Famous

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/20

A growing number of people who once chased social media stardom are turning to new roles, helping others become influencers. And the opportunities for social media support staff may only just be taking off. Host Zoe Thomas speaks with one person who’s turned their supporting role into a six figure salary and to WSJ reporter Kailyn Rhone about why more people are choosing careers behind the camera. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:02

To Become a Tech Hub, Tulsa Recruits Ukrainian Workers

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/19

Oklahoma businesses are recruiting Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion. They hope the new workers will turn Tusla into a regional tech hub. WSJ immigration reporter Alicia Caldwell joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how they are doing it and what it’s like for the new arrivals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:30

The Unexpected Reason iPhones Dominate the Market

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/18

Apple controls more than half of the U.S. smartphone market. One big reason for that dominance isn't the company’s marketing strategy or its cool factor among young people. Instead, it's got to do with how long iPhones hang around in the market. WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims joins host Zoe Thomas to explain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:28

Artists Worry About Survival as AI Changes the Game...

Tech News Briefing ·

2023/04/17

The threat that technology will replace workers is something more people are grappling with due to the introduction of new tools powered by generative artificial intelligence. Creative workers like artists, writers, and filmmakers are among those raising the loudest alarm. But is their concern warranted? And what impact could AI have on the future workforce? Join us for the third episode of our series “Artificially Minded” with host Zoe Thomas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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