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TechStuff is a show about technology. And it’s not just how technology works. Join host Jonathan Strickland as he explores the people behind the tech, the companies that market it and how technology affects our lives and culture.
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What is a meme? What are some of the notable tech memes, and where do they come from? How does something become a meme?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A fire in 1836 wiped out nearly every patent on file in the United States. How did the patent office rebuild, and how did a second fire in 1877 change things even more?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US founding father Thomas Jefferson gets the credit for establishing the first process in the US for filing and granting patents. But how did patent law change in those early years, and why does Jonathan say the patent office was like the Game of Thrones? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Major breakthroughs in artificial intelligence research often reshape the design and utility of AI in both business and society. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell and Jacob Goldstein explore the conceptual underpinnings of modern AI with Dr. David Cox, VP of AI Models at IBM Research. They talk foundation models, self-supervised machine learning, and the practical applications of AI and data platforms like watsonx in business and technology. Visit us at: https://www.ibm.com/thought-leadership/smart/talks/ Learn more about watsonx: https://www.ibm.com/watsonx This is a paid advertisement from IBM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jonathan sits down with Sudhin Shahani of Surf Air Mobility, who recently went public to talk about the future of travel. What is Regional Air Mobility? Why is Surf Air Mobility electrifying planes? And how might this affect how you handle short-range travel in the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was once the computing conference to attend. Today, it's rapidly fading from memory. How did Comdex begin and what happened to it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apple's iPhone 15 reveal fails to impress my producer Tari. Google's antitrust trial is underway. The government starts to ask questions about AI. And much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A blog site called Simplicable outlines several "fundamental principles" of technology. We take a look at a few of them, talk about what they mean, and how they relate not just to tech but how we incorporate tech into our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today, the US Department of Justice begins its anti-trust case against Google. Should it matter if Google commands more than 90% of the web search market share? Plus, a cybersecurity issue creates a huge headache for MGM Resorts and a former Apple employee brings RICO charges against the company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did AI Write This?

Did AI Write This?

2023-09-1153:46

Figuring out if artificial intelligence wrote a block of text can be tricky. Some companies have created tools that claim to determine if text was likely the product of a human author or AI. But as we have learned, these tools aren't reliable. What makes it so difficult to tell who wrote what?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe McCormick and Jonathan continue their discussion about radio waves, transmitters and radio direction finding. How can you locate a transmitter and what is fox hunting?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How were hackers able to access important email systems belonging to big targets like the US Department of State? It turns out it was a perfect set of circumstances that Microsoft failed to address. Plus, we have a bunch of AI news, the FAA okays delivery drones flying beyond line of sight, and lots more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What is USENET?

What is USENET?

2023-09-0645:21

Before the World Wide Web, savvy computer users were flocking to USENET to participate in discussions on everything from the latest advance in computing to the worst jokes you could imagine. USENET is still around today. So what the heck is it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As businesses adopt AI, a new era of problem-solving, innovation, and creative decision-making can be brought to scale. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Malcolm Gladwell and Jacob Goldstein explore the future of AI in enterprise business AI for business with Kareem Yusuf, senior vice president of product management and growth for IBM software. They discuss the advent of foundation models, how AI can transform data storage and decision-making, and how next-generation AI platforms like watsonx from IBM can empower businesses to use AI at scale.   This is a paid advertisement from IBM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are robots and automated systems going to replace human workers? And if so, what then? The fear about automation has a long history and it's not an irrational fear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe McCormick and Jonathan continue their discussion about radio waves, transmitters and radio direction finding. How can you locate a transmitter and what is fox hunting?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meta's Oversight Board recommended that the company suspend a Cambodian leader's account, but the company has declined to acquiesce to the request. Plus, X is rolling out some new features soon, Google is ending a subscription service and Sony is preparing to charge gamers more for PlayStation Plus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've all been there. It's a hot day and all we want is a cone of soft serve ice cream. But the person behind the cash register solemnly informs us the ice cream machine is out of order. What's going on? We learn about the ice cream machines used at McDonald's franchises and how service agreements, bad technical manuals and copyright law mess everything up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As US Senator Chuck Schumer prepares to hold a forum on the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence, the US Army and Air Force are each seeking to incorporate AI and robotics in combat operations. Plus, Elon Musk livestreams himself showing off the latest build of Tesla's FSD mode to mixed results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Smart Talks with IBM returns this September 5th. This season, host Malcolm Gladwell and a team of correspondents from Pushkin Industries explore how businesses can integrate AI into their workflows — to help them do exponentially more — drive real change, and thrive in this new era of AI.   This is a paid advertisement from IBM.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Gabriel Sesto

this episode hits different. ᕕ🤨ᕗ

Sep 8th
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Gabriel Sesto

funny Peter Pan

Sep 6th
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Shahjan RASULY

I want to having text podcast

Sep 5th
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philip koekemoer

"journalist", the CA train was supposed to be done in 2020, and go from LA to SF now it is double the cost, goes from Bakersfield to Merced, will never make money and won't be done by 2030 no mention of any of this. at least try to pretend you are somewhat clued up

Sep 1st
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philip koekemoer

children should be able to read books so that it is easier for them to decide to mutilate themselves, tech news

Aug 16th
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philip koekemoer

"journalist" can't handle CEO who doesn't have the correct opinion rent free

Jul 29th
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philip koekemoer

Funny how this is now a legitimate concern, not like Elon musk has said it before.

May 14th
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philip koekemoer

Did you even listen to the Musk interview? He discussed OpenAi, not chatgpt He said twitter DM's are open and not encrypted

Apr 22nd
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philip koekemoer

Slate is not a credible news source. Parroting talking points is not news. Npr is as credible as Slate , same narratives

Apr 14th
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Apr 8th
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philip koekemoer

When are you going to fix your reporting on the incorrect story about Elon Musk? Kinda ironic isn't it.

Feb 21st
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philip koekemoer

Elon got rid of 5000 useless employees That is a $1B cut in twitter expense

Jan 29th
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philip koekemoer

" I see things to fit my political narrative"

Dec 22nd
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philip koekemoer

"super hero" because of good intention... Which he lied about https://www.wsj.com/articles/sam-bankman-fried-esg-truth-teller-ftx-cryptocurrency-crash-11668723808

Nov 20th
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philip koekemoer

middle of a pandemic??? maybe you should go out and see that 95% of people are in a world where covid is done

Jul 24th
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baby rock

What is a monetizable bot what does that mean?

Jul 14th
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GunsDontKill

Stop being so thinned skin. the guy said he would allow free speech without threats. The first thing you do is foam at the mouth and leave because of that?

May 23rd
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Thom R

@5:28

May 17th
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philip koekemoer

what a strawman "argument "... leave Twitter because it will be a free for all Be honest, it is because your woke political agenda won't be promoted while any other opinion is demoted (which actively happens) just follow the Constitution and legal precedent

Apr 30th
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GunsDontKill

thanks for your honesty!!

Apr 25th
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