Simply Tech
Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of technology.
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Episodes
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
Tuesday Dec 26, 2023
In this episode, we explore how Spotta is leveraging technology to tackle pest infestations, and delve into the ethical concerns surrounding AI development. We also discuss the significant decrease in tech M&A activity in 2023 and Salesforce's turbulent yet triumphant year.
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
In this episode, we explore the innovative solutions from IndieBio's new startups, spanning healthcare, agriculture, and sustainability. We also delve into Salesforce's tumultuous year and its impressive comeback, and discuss Ola Electric's ambitious IPO plans and Spotify's disinvestment in France due to a new music-streaming tax.
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
Sunday Dec 24, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the software issues plaguing GM's Chevy Blazer EV, the significant data breaches at Comcast and Mr. Cooper, and the halt in Apple Watch sales. We also discuss Adobe's failed bid to acquire Figma, Nikola founder's sentencing, and compare Amazon's Echo Frames with Ray-Ban Meta in the smartglasses showdown. Lastly, we explore how a startup called Spotta is using technology to tackle bed bugs.
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
Saturday Dec 23, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the ethical concerns surrounding AI, the software issues plaguing the new Chevy Blazer EV, and the latest developments in the tech industry, including Arkon Energy's expansion and Arduino's potential move to India.
Friday Dec 22, 2023
Friday Dec 22, 2023
Join James and Celeste as they unpack Cisco's strategic acquisition of Isovalent, and what it means for cloud-native security. Explore the exciting developments expected in the space industry in 2024, from SpaceX's Starship tests to lunar lander missions. Discuss the shutdown of Hyperloop One and the implications of Apple's ongoing patent dispute on its Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2.
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
This podcast delves into the European Union's policy debates around Big Tech's content recommendation systems, the scrutiny over Tesla's Autopilot feature, the upcoming historic lunar landing by Astrobotic, and the rise of Augmented Reality in cinema and digital collectibles. Join us as we navigate these complex issues and explore the future of technology.
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Wednesday Dec 20, 2023
Join James and Celeste as they delve into the latest tech news, discussing Tesla's ongoing legal battles over racial discrimination allegations, Bird's filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amidst the struggles of the micromobility sector, the shift towards Tesla's North American Charging Standard in the EV industry, and Blue Origin's successful return to suborbital flights after a 15-month hiatus.
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
Tuesday Dec 19, 2023
In this episode, we delve into the intricate legal battles and settlements involving tech giants Activision Blizzard and Google, the sentencing of Nikola's founder, Trevor Milton, for securities fraud, and OpenAI's proactive measures to ensure AI safety. Join us as we dissect these high-stakes issues and their potential impacts on the tech industry.
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Join James and Celeste as they delve into a series of legal challenges faced by tech giants. Explore Google's decision to store location data on devices, Robinhood's ambitious crypto endeavors, Apple's $25 million settlement over Family Sharing, and an antitrust lawsuit against Google's AI technologies. Tune in to understand how these developments could shape the future of data privacy, crypto investing, app sharing, and content creation.
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Join James and Celeste as they delve into Google's recent decision to store location data on users' devices, the implications of this move on 'geofence warrants', and the future of data privacy. Discover how Canadian musician Grimes is revolutionizing children's toys with AI-integrated plushies. Explore the ever-evolving landscape of the startup ecosystem, from shifts in the Indian startup scene to advancements in AI. Finally, discuss the under-researched and underfunded area of women's health, and the need for more personalized, comprehensive, and patient-centered solutions.