Tech Trade Tensions and AI Innovations: A Global Perspective

Explore the latest in tech trade tensions as TSMC halts advanced chip shipments to China, and discover how X is democratizing AI with its free version of chatbot Grok. Dive into Apple's new repair parts initiative for iPhone 16 models, empowering consumers and promoting sustainability. Plus, learn about Encore, the AI-powered search engine transforming the secondhand shopping experience. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the evolving tech landscape and its global implications.

Sources:
https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/tsmc-reportedly-halts-advanced-chip-shipments-to-chinese-companies/
https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/x-is-testing-a-free-version-of-ai-chatbot-grok/
https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/10/24292775/apple-iphone-16-pro-max-plus-repair-parts-diy-self-service
https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/encore-is-an-ai-powered-search-engine-for-your-thrifting-needs/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:38) TSMC reportedly halts advanced chip shipments to Chinese companies
(00:03:34) X is testing a free version of AI chatbot Grok
(00:05:59) Apple now sells iPhone 16 and 16 Pro repair parts
(00:08:49) Encore is an AI-powered search engine for your thrifting needs