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Snowflake’s Security Crisis, Devolver’s Indie Game Showcase, Smart Kitchen Innovations, and Mike Lynch’s Acquittal

Snowflake faces a growing security crisis with customer data breaches. Devolver Digital wows gamers with unique indie games at Summer Game Fest. The Smart Kitchen Summit highlights practical innovations for the future of cooking. Former Autonomy CEO Mike Lynch is acquitted after a high-profile fraud trial brought by HP. Stay informed on these diverse and intriguing stories in the latest episode of our podcast.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/07/snowflake-ticketmaster-lendingtree-customer-data-breach/https://www.theverge.com/24171195/devolver-digital-direct-2024-summer-game-fest-news-trailershttps://www.theverge.com/24173645/smart-kitchen-summit-gadgets-apps-futurehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/07/autonomys-mike-lynch-acquitted-after-us-fraud-trial-brought-by-hp/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) What Snowflake isn't saying about its customer data breaches(00:02:58) Devolver’s indie game showcase had yakuza, cults, and a creepy reality TV show(00:06:39) The future of the smart kitchen: robots, apps, and AI, oh my!(00:09:30) Autonomy's Mike Lynch acquitted after US fraud trial brought by HP

Exciting Changes Coming to F1 Tech in 2026, Apple’s New Passwords App, Google Play Cracks Down on AI Apps, eBay Drops American Express

Get ready for exciting changes in Formula 1 tech in 2026. Apple is set to revolutionize password management with their new app. Google Play is cracking down on AI apps. eBay announces they will no longer accept American Express cards. Join us as we explore these developments and their impact on F1 racing, digital security, AI app availability, and the credit card industry.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173356/f1-2026-tech-changes-explainedhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173202/apple-password-manager-rumor-1password-lastpasshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/06/google-play-cracks-down-on-ai-apps-after-circulation-of-apps-for-making-deepfake-nudes/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/6/24173108/ebay-american-express-payment-feesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) F1 2026 tech changes explained.(00:02:55) Apple might reveal a new “Passwords” app next week(00:05:20) Google Play cracks down on AI apps after circulation of apps for making deepfake nudes(00:08:20) eBay will no longer accept American Express cards over “unacceptably high” fees

Google Acquires Cameyo for ChromeOS Integration, Lego’s Limited-Edition Sets on Sale

Google acquires Cameyo to integrate Windows app virtualization into ChromeOS. Lego's limited-edition Ominous Isle and British train station sets are imminently going on sale. Plus, Snowflake customer passwords linked to info-stealing malware, and Mistral launches new services and SDK for AI model customization.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/5/24171900/google-cameyo-acquisition-chromeos-windows-app-virtualizationhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/5/24172437/lego-bricklink-designer-program-series-2-price-datehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/05/snowflake-customer-passwords-found-online-infostealing-malware/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/05/mistral-launches-new-services-sdk-to-let-customers-fine-tune-its-models/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Google acquires Cameyo to integrate Windows app virtualization into ChromeOS(00:03:27) Lego’s limited-edition Ominous Isle and British train station are imminently going on sale(00:06:23) Hundreds of Snowflake customer passwords found online are linked to info-stealing malware(00:09:33) Mistral launches new services, SDK to let customers fine-tune its models

Zotac Zone: The Next Generation Gaming Handheld, GetWhy Raises $34.5M for AI Market Research

Zotac unveils the Zotac Zone, a unique gaming handheld with twin trackpads, jog wheels, adjustable triggers, and an OLED screen. GetWhy secures $34.5 million in funding for its AI-powered market research platform. Plus, Nvidia's beta app gets one-click GPU tuning and Raspberry Pi partners with Hailo for its AI extension kit.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24171675/zotac-zone-specs-handheld-gaming-pchttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/04/getwhy-a-market-research-ai-platform-that-extracts-insights-from-video-interviews-raises-34-5m/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24171201/nvidias-beta-app-gets-one-click-gpu-tuning-and-morehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/04/raspberry-pi-partners-with-hailo-for-its-ai-extension-kit/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Zotac Zone official: this handheld has twin trackpads, jog wheels, adjustable triggers and OLED(00:02:47) GetWhy, a market research AI platform that extracts insights from video interviews, raises $34.5M(00:06:20) Nvidia’s beta app gets one-click GPU tuning and more.(00:08:27) Raspberry Pi partners with Hailo for its AI extension kit

Raspberry Pi Joins AI Revolution, Microsoft Layoffs Shake Tech Industry

Even the Raspberry Pi is getting in on AI with a new AI Kit. Microsoft announces layoffs impacting HoloLens and Azure cloud teams. Plus, Sony updates its camera app with multi-cam monitoring. Also, Intel introduces Lunar Lake, an overhauled AI laptop chip.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/4/24170818/raspberry-pi-ai-chip-hailo-deviceshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24170902/microsoft-hololens-2-mixed-reality-azure-layoffshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24170423/sony-monitor-control-app-multicam-final-cut-camera-updatehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24169115/intel-lunar-lake-architecture-platform-feature-revealOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:36) Even the Raspberry Pi is getting in on AI(00:03:01) Microsoft layoffs hit HoloLens, Azure cloud teams(00:06:07) Sony updates its camera app to offer multi-cam monitoring(00:09:09) This is Lunar Lake — Intel’s utterly overhauled AI laptop chip that ditches memory sticks

Lenskart Valued at $5 Billion, Qualcomm’s Computex Keynote, AMD’s Game-Changing CPU, and the Success of French Startup ten ten

Temasek and Fidelity value Lenskart at $5 billion in a $200 million stake purchase. Learn how to watch Qualcomm's Computex 2024 keynote. AMD's first Zen 5 CPU, the Ryzen 9 9950X, is a game-changer. French startup ten ten finds viral success and controversy in reinventing walkie-talkies.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/03/temasek-and-fidelity-buy-200-million-stake-in-indias-lenskart/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24169777/how-to-watch-qualcomms-computex-2024-keynotehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/2/24168544/amd-zen-5-ryzen-9-9950x-cpu-computex-2024https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/02/french-startup-ten-ten-finds-viral-success-and-controversy-in-reinventing-walkie-talkies/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Temasek and Fidelity value Lenskart at $5 billion in $200 million stake purchase(00:03:08) How to watch Qualcomm’s Computex 2024 keynote.(00:05:28) AMD’s first Zen 5 CPU is the ‘monster’ Ryzen 9 9950X(00:08:38) French startup ten ten finds viral success and controversy in reinventing walkie-talkies

Lego’s Minecraft Set for Adults, Starliner Launch Delayed Again

Lego debuts its first Minecraft set designed for adults, celebrating the game's 15th anniversary. Boeing's Starliner Crew Flight Test faces another delay due to ground launch system issues. Plus, a non-technical guide to understanding AI and President Biden's veto of a crypto custody bill.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/1/24169526/lego-minecraft-the-crafting-table-15th-anniversary-adult-sethttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/1/24169560/boeings-starliner-wont-be-launching-tomorrow-eitherhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/01/wtf-is-ai/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/01/president-biden-vetoes-crypto-custody-bill/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:35) Lego debuts its first Minecraft set for adults(00:02:44) Boeing’s Starliner won’t be launching tomorrow, either.(00:05:49) WTF is AI?(00:08:27) President Biden vetoes crypto custody bill

Bluetti SwapSolar: Off-Grid Power and Refrigeration Revolution

Discover the game-changing Bluetti SwapSolar kit, combining a solar generator and a 3-in-1 solar-powered fridge, freezer, and ice maker. With swappable batteries and a modular approach, this kit provides reliable power and refrigeration off the grid. Stay tuned for our comprehensive review and score, including Bluetti's response to reported issues with the MultiCooler.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/24145138/multicooler-ac180t-modular-battery-review-price-specshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/31/24169112/ticketmaster-data-breach-confirmed-details-live-nationhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/31/general-catalyst-backed-jasper-health-lays-off-staff/https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/31/hacked-leaked-exposed-why-you-should-stop-using-stalkerware-apps/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Bluetti SwapSolar review: power and chill with swappable batteries(00:03:29) Live Nation took 11 days to confirm the massive Ticketmaster data breach(00:07:09) General Catalyst-backed Jasper Health lays off staff(00:09:23) Hacked, leaked, exposed: Why you should never use stalkerware apps

Revolutionizing Startup Advertising, TikTok’s Algorithmic Separation, Jeep’s Entry into EV Market, and Google’s AI Search Results

OneScreen.ai brings creativity back to advertising by utilizing billboards and out-of-home marketing. TikTok reportedly splits its source code to create a US-only algorithm. Jeep enters the electric vehicle market with the Wagoneer S. Google defends AI search results after inaccuracies cause backlash.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/30/onescreen-ai-brings-startup-ads-to-billboards-and-nycs-subway/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24168353/tiktok-douyin-algorithm-code-splitting-bytedance-rumorhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24166498/jeep-wagoneer-s-ev-price-photos-specs-rangehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/30/24168344/google-defends-ai-overviews-search-resultsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) OneScreen.ai brings startup ads to billboards and NYC’s subway(00:03:50) TikTok is reportedly splitting its source code to create a US-only algorithm(00:06:43) Jeep Wagoneer S, the brand’s first full EV for the US, starts at $71,995(00:09:35) Google defends AI search results after they told us to put glue on pizza

Sony’s Cross-Platform Strategy, Agnikul’s 3D-Printed Rocket Launch, Google’s Search Algorithm Leak, Fisker’s Layoffs

Sony announces simultaneous release of live service games on PlayStation and PC. Agnikul successfully launches 3D-printed rocket in sub-orbital test. Google confirms leaked search documents are real, revealing insights into search rankings. Fisker cuts hundreds of workers in bid to keep EV startup alive. Join us as we explore these stories and their implications for the gaming, space, tech, and EV industries.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/29/24167560/sony-thinks-its-pc-games-will-tempt-you-to-buy-a-playstation-reallyhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/29/india-agnikul-3d-printed-rocket-launch/https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/29/24167407/google-search-algorithm-documents-leak-confirmationhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/05/29/fisker-layoffs-workers-restructuring-bankruptcy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Sony thinks its PC games will tempt you to buy a PlayStation. Really?(00:03:29) India's Agnikul launches 3D-printed rocket in sub-orbital test after initial delays(00:07:39) Google confirms the leaked Search documents are real(00:11:23) Fisker cuts hundreds of workers in bid to keep EV startup alive