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Android Engineering VP Steps Down, Humanoid Robot Drives Cars, Windows on Arm Chip Race Heats Up, and New 35mm Film Camera Release

Android Engineering VP Dave Burke steps down from his role, while a humanoid robot learns to drive cars. The chip industry heats up with a challenger to Qualcomm in the Windows on Arm chip race. Plus, a new 35mm film camera is set to make waves in the industry. Stay tuned for the latest updates on these tech developments.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/android-engineering-vp-dave-burke-steps-down-as-he-explores-ai-bio-roles-within-the-company/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/this-humanoid-robot-can-drive-cars-sort-of/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24177129/mediatek-arm-windows-chip-snapdragon-x-elite-competitorhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24177217/mint-rollei-35af-35mm-film-camera-waitlist-release-announcementOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Android Engineering VP Dave Burke steps down, as he explores "AI/bio" roles within the company(00:02:48) This humanoid robot can drive cars — sort of(00:05:18) The Windows on Arm chip race heats up with a challenger to Qualcomm(00:07:51) There’s a new 35mm film camera coming this year, and it looks pretty good

German Startup Raises $273M for Graphene-Based Chip Tech, AI Revolutionizes Financial Analysis

Germany's Black Semiconductor secures $273 million for graphene-based chip technology. Linq raises $6.6 million to use AI for financial analysis. Apex attracts $95 million in funding for off-the-shelf satellite bus business. Elon Musk's unusual relationships at SpaceX revealed in investigation.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/germanys-black-semiconductor-raises-273m-for-graphene-based-chip-tech/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/linq-raises-6-6m-to-use-ai-to-make-research-easier-for-financial-analysts/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/apex-raises-95m-to-scale-satellite-bus-production/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24176705/spacex-elon-musk-gwynne-shotwell-sexual-relationshipsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Germany's Black Semiconductor raises $273M for graphene-based chip tech(00:04:58) Linq raises $6.6M to use AI to make research easier for financial analysts(00:08:49) Apex's off-the-shelf satellite bus business attracts $95M in new funding(00:11:25) Elon Musk has unusual relationships with women at SpaceX, WSJ reports

Google TV Network Launches with Unskippable Ads, Apple’s AI Fix for iPhone Notifications

Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads through their new advertising network. Apple aims to fix the broken notifications system with its AI-powered Focus mode. Plus, Just Dance boogies its way onto Meta Quest headsets, and Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices over AI integrations.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175676/google-fast-ads-streaming-tv-networkhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175711/can-apple-intelligence-fix-the-iphones-broken-notifications-systemhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/11/24175913/just-dance-is-boogying-its-way-onto-meta-quest-headsetshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/10/elon-musk-threatens-to-ban-apple-devices-from-his-companies-over-apples-chatgpt-integrations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads(00:02:52) Can Apple Intelligence fix the iPhone’s broken notifications system?(00:05:41) Just Dance is boogying its way onto Meta Quest headsets.(00:07:58) Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices from his companies over Apple's ChatGPT integrations

Microsoft Expands Game Availability, Apple Ventures into Home Robotics

Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms. Apple explores the world of smart home robots. Plus, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches with exciting new features. Also, the iPad Pro needs software worthy of its hardware.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24174977/xbox-phil-spencer-games-ps5-interviewhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24174800/apple-intelligence-ai-smart-home-robot-rumorshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24173672/microsoft-flight-simulator-2024-november-19th-release-date-trailerhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24169016/apple-ipad-pro-ipados-18-wwdc-ai-featuresOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms(00:03:37) Apple’s next nebulous idea: smart home robots(00:06:52) Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches on November 19th(00:09:27) The iPad Pro needs software worthy of the name

AI Revolutionizes Health Insurance, TMNT Returns in Animated Series

Anterior secures $20M funding to expedite health insurance approvals with AI. The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release. Plus, Wazer Pro makes desktop water jetting more affordable. Also, Apple focuses on making AI useful, not flashy.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/anterior-grabs-20m-from-nea-at-95m-valuation-to-expedite-health-insurance-approvals-with-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/8/24174515/tales-of-the-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-trailer-paramount-plushttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/wazer-pro-is-making-desktop-water-jetting-more-affordable/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/apple-needs-to-focus-making-ai-useful-not-flashy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Anterior grabs $20M from NEA to expedite health insurance approvals with AI(00:03:33) The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release(00:06:01) Wazer Pro is making desktop water jetting more affordable(00:08:36) Apple needs to focus on making AI useful, not flashy

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