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Elon Musk Defends Oil and Gas Industry, Google Wallet Introduces Game-Changing Feature

Elon Musk surprises by defending the oil and gas industry. Google Wallet revolutionizes digital passes with a new AI-powered feature. Plus, Google begins shipping locally made Pixel 8 in India, and Antler doubles down on Southeast Asia with a $72M startup fund.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/12/24219183/elon-musk-donald-trump-oil-gas-vilify-tesla-x-interviewhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/12/24218932/google-wallet-photo-everything-else-id-ticket-aihttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/12/google-begins-shipping-locally-made-pixel-8-in-india-ahead-of-pixel-9-launch/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/12/antler-closes-72m-second-sea-fund-to-ramp-up-startup-investment-in-southeast-asia/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Elon Musk tells Donald Trump ‘we shouldn’t vilify the oil and gas industry’(00:02:58) Google Wallet can make digital passes for nearly anything now(00:05:44) Google begins shipping locally made Pixel 8 in India ahead of Pixel 9 launch(00:09:32) Antler doubles down on Southeast Asia with $72M second startup fund

EV Charging Startup Expands to Southeast Asia, Scott Painter Launches New Vehicle Software Company

India's Kazam powers up to roll out EV charging in Southeast Asia. Exclusive: Scott Painter sells a beach house to start a new vehicle software company. Plus, open source tools to boost productivity and CNH's 'black belt' M&A head makes deals in the agtech industry.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/11/indias-kazam-powers-up-to-roll-out-ev-charging-in-southeast-asia/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/11/scott-painter-autonomy-ads-vehicle-subscription-softwar/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/11/a-not-quite-definitive-guide-to-open-source-alternative-software/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/11/how-cnhs-black-belt-ma-head-makes-deals/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) India's Kazam powers up to roll out EV charging in Southeast Asia(00:03:25) Exclusive: Why Scott Painter is selling a beach house to start a new vehicle software company(00:05:49) Open source tools to boost your productivity(00:09:00) How CNH’s 'black belt' M&A head makes deals

Amazon’s Alexa Challenges and Signal Blockages in Venezuela and Russia

As Alexa turns 10, Amazon looks to generative AI while facing challenges with its smart speaker. Signal has been blocked in Venezuela and Russia, raising concerns about government censorship. Plus, step back in time with the Virtual Boy emulator and explore Tesla's Dojo supercomputer timeline for autonomous driving.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/10/as-alexa-turns-10-amazon-looks-to-generative-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/9/24217008/signal-blocked-venezuela-russiahttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/10/24217643/vision-pro-nintendo-virtual-boy-emulator-virtualfriend-impressionshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/10/teslas-dojo-a-timeline/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) As Alexa turns 10, Amazon looks to generative AI(00:04:17) Signal has been blocked by Venezuela and Russia(00:06:32) This Vision Pro Virtual Boy emulator isn’t fancy, but it gets the job done(00:09:53) Tesla’s Dojo, a timeline

Doom and Doom II Re-Released with Exciting Updates, Google Photos Introduces Collections

Doom and Doom II get a 'definitive' re-release packed with new features, including a brand-new single-player episode and online cross-platform multiplayer. Google Photos introduces Collections, making it easier to find and organize your albums. Plus, Rocket Lab achieves major revenue milestone and Asus Zenbook S 16 offers stellar performance in a sleek design.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/8/24216379/doom-doom-ii-definitive-re-releasehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/9/24216637/google-photos-collections-library-update-ios-androidhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/08/rocket-labs-sunny-outlook-bodes-well-for-future-constellation-plans/https://www.theverge.com/24215430/zenbook-s-16-2024-review-amd-ryzen-ai-laptopOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Doom and Doom II get a ‘definitive’ re-release that’s packed with new stuff(00:02:35) Google Photos’ Library is dead — say hello to Collections(00:05:15) Rocket Lab’s sunny outlook bodes well for future constellation plans(00:08:33) Asus Zenbook S 16 review: a stellar, all-rounder of a laptop

Rocket Lab’s Rapid Growth and Ambitious Plans, Doom and Doom II Re-Released with Exciting Updates

Rocket Lab achieves $100 million in quarterly revenue and plans to establish its own satellite constellation. Bethesda surprises gamers with a re-release of Doom and Doom II packed with new features. Plus, security bugs in ransomware leak sites save six companies from paying hefty ransoms, and OpenAI's ChatGPT now allows free users to generate up to two images per day using DALL-E 3.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/08/rocket-labs-sunny-outlook-bodes-well-for-future-constellation-plans/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/8/24216379/doom-doom-ii-definitive-re-releasehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/08/security-bugs-in-ransomware-leak-sites-helped-save-six-companies-from-paying-hefty-ransoms/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/8/24216348/chatgpt-free-users-dall-e-3-imagesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Rocket Lab’s sunny outlook bodes well for future constellation plans(00:03:44) Doom and Doom II get a ‘definitive’ re-release that’s packed with new stuff(00:06:56) Security bugs in ransomware leak sites helped save six companies from paying hefty ransoms(00:10:00) ChatGPT now lets free users generate up to two images per day made by DALL-E 3

Anduril Raises $1.5B, Blue Skies Space Revolutionizes Astronomy Data, YouTube Tests New Content Creation Feature, Kamala Harris’ VC Supporters Raise Funds

Defense tech startup Anduril raises $1.5B at a $14B valuation. UK satellite startup Blue Skies Space offers astronomy data 'as a service'. YouTube tests a feature for creators to brainstorm video ideas. Kamala Harris' VC supporters raise $150,000 on a Zoom call. Discover the latest developments in defense technology, space research, content creation, and political fundraising in this episode.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/07/anduril-raises-1-5b-to-hyper-scale-defense-production/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/07/uk-satellite-startup-blue-skies-space-wants-to-sell-astronomy-data-as-a-service/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/07/youtube-is-testing-a-feature-that-lets-creators-use-google-gemini-to-brainstorm-video-ideas/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/7/24215669/vcs-for-kamala-harris-zoom-callOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Anduril raises $1.5B at a $14B valuation(00:03:48) UK satellite startup Blue Skies Space wants to sell astronomy data 'as a service'(00:06:32) EXCLUSIVE: YouTube is testing a feature that lets creators use Google Gemini to brainstorm video ideas(00:09:35) Kamala Harris’ VC supporters raise $150,000 on a Zoom call

NHS Vendor Fined for Security Failures, Reddit to Test AI Search Results

UK data watchdog fines NHS vendor Advanced for security failures prior to LockBit ransomware attack. Reddit announces plans to test AI-powered search result pages. Plus, an analysis of EV charging infrastructure reveals challenges, and Airbnb details plans to expand beyond short-term rentals.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/uk-data-watchdog-fines-nhs-vendor-advanced-for-security-failures-prior-to-lockbit-ransomware-attack/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/reddit-ai-powered-search-results/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/6/24214581/electric-vehicle-charging-reliability-study-chargehelphttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/airbnb-details-plans-to-expand-beyond-short-term-rentals-including-co-hosting-and-relaunching-experiences/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) UK data watchdog fines NHS vendor Advanced for security failures prior to LockBit ransomware attack(00:04:05) Reddit to test AI-powered search result pages(00:06:20) An analysis of 20,000 EV stations concludes that charging is still a massive bummer(00:10:05) Airbnb details plans to expand beyond short-term rentals, including co-hosting and relaunching 'experiences'

Quantum Computing Breakthrough, India’s Reusable Launch Vehicles, AI Chatbot Misinformation, Lucid’s Saudi Investment

Riverlane secures $75M to correct quantum errors, EtherealX puts $5M seed toward reusable launch vehicles, secretaries of state urge X to stop chatbot from spreading election misinformation, Lucid receives $1.5B investment from Saudi wealth fund.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/05/uks-riverlane-scores-75m-to-correct-quantum-errors/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/05/indias-etherealx-puts-5m-seed-toward-fully-reusable-launch-vehicles/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/05/secretaries-of-state-urge-x-to-stop-its-grok-chatbot-from-spreading-election-misinformation/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/05/lucid-motors-funding-saudi-arabia-q2-earnings/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) UK's Riverlane scores $75M to correct quantum errors(00:03:44) India's EtherealX puts $5M seed toward fully reusable launch vehicles(00:07:12) Secretaries of state urge X to stop its Grok chatbot from spreading election misinformation(00:09:27) Lucid pumps $1.5B from Saudi wealth fund after CEO warned relying on its 'bottomless wealth' was 'dangerous'

Revolutionary Dehumidifying Paint and AI Safety Evaluations

Adept Materials' dehumidifying paint inspired by trees and semiconductors. Many safety evaluations for AI models have significant limitations. Plus, startups disrupting the outdoor recreation industry. Also, Yelp's chief product officer talks AI and authenticity.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/02/adept-materials-dehumidifying-paint-was-inspired-by-trees-and-semiconductors/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/04/many-safety-evaluations-for-ai-models-have-significant-limitations/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/04/from-golf-to-hunting-a-new-crop-of-startups-want-to-make-these-experiences-even-better/https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/04/yelps-chief-product-officer-talks-ai-and-authenticity/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Exclusive: Adept Materials' dehumidifying paint was inspired by trees and semiconductors(00:03:11) Many safety evaluations for AI models have significant limitations(00:05:28) From golf to hunting, a new crop of startups want to make these experiences even better(00:08:52) Yelp’s chief product officer talks AI and authenticity

ROMhacking.net Shifts Focus, Tesla’s Dojo AI Supercomputer, Power Hat for Phone Charging, Meta’s Celebrity AI Voices

ROMhacking.net, a pivotal online hub for ROM hacks, goes news-only after two decades. Tesla's Dojo AI supercomputer explained. EcoFlow's Power Hat, a floppy, phone-charging solar panel for your noggin. Meta could show AI voiced by celebrities like Judi Dench next month. Join us as we explore the impact of these developments on the gaming, automotive, and tech industries.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/3/24212750/romhacking-net-shuts-down-emulation-roms-classic-gaminghttps://techcrunch.com/2024/08/03/tesla-dojo-elon-musks-big-plan-to-build-an-ai-supercomputer-explained/https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/3/24212686/ecoflow-power-hat-solar-powered-hat-usb-c-charger-smartphonehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/8/3/24212580/meta-ai-voice-assistant-celebrity-voices-judi-dench-awkwafina-keegan-michael-keyOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) A pivotal online hub for ROM hacks goes news-only after two decades(00:03:08) Tesla Dojo: Elon Musks' big plan to build an AI supercomputer, explained(00:06:08) EcoFlow’s Power Hat is a floppy, phone-charging solar panel for your noggin(00:08:31) Meta could show AI voiced by celebrities like Judi Dench next month