Technology

On today's podcast episode, we discuss what Fortnite developer Epic Games' win over Google means, whether McDonald's new restaurant brand will be a success, why women's sports worldwide are exploding right now, if video streaming bundles are inevitable, how AI rules can keep pace with AI development, who's planning to live underwater in a few years, and more. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Ross Benes, Bill Fisher, and Carina Perkins.

GM’s Cruise faces upheaval with executive cuts and layoffs, while Alphabet’s Waymo expands into airport taxi services. Despite challenges, the robotaxi industry is poised for adoption.

Intel wants to beat Nvidia at the AI chip game: Tech companies look to diversity on the AI chip front. It means heightened competition among chip makers to meet demand.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss what employers expect their staffs to know about generative AI, whether every company will end up with their own custom version of ChatGPT, and the dos and don'ts of using generative AI in the workplace. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Jacob Bourne and vice president of content, strategy, and operations Dan Van Dyke.

Can EV manufacturers’ connected car technology surpass popular smartphone-based solutions? Leading carmakers, and their customers, could be forced to choose sides.

Google makes Gemini Pro free for the enterprise: Expanding AI offerings across platforms and products challenges rivals in a rapidly evolving market.

Grimes is promoting an AI toy called Grok: Generative AI could give the toy industry the same kind of boost it’s set to give the gaming industry, but it also raises ethics concerns.

On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss how purchase data can inform campaigns, the importance of real-time information, and what retail media networks are missing. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the most exciting retail media tech advances happening right now. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analyst Arielle Feger and Damian Garbaccio, chief business and marketing officer at Affinity Solutions.

Led by Apple’s urgency to reduce reliance on China, manufacturers are pouring billions into factories in India that could expand beyond consumer electronics.

OpenAI only reported $44K in revenue last year: Despite huge revenue projections overall, its nonprofit arm reported minimal earnings, raising questions about its dual structure.

Google’s Project Ellmann could use Gemini to ‘tell your life story’: It could revolutionize AI personalization, offering users tailored assistance and potentially more value than ChatGPT.

In part two of this two-part podcast episode, we discuss some predictions for 2024 that are too specific to be 100% certain about but could still come true, including: which car company Amazon could potentially acquire, how AI might land itself in hot water, and the next digital consumer privacy lawsuit. Tune in to the discussion with our vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna and analyst Max Willens.

Meta’s Audiobox, an AI for voice cloning and sound generation, has potential but faces restrictions and copyright concerns. Future commercial versions are expected.

Three generative AI startups get fresh funding: Mistral AI, Aleph Alpha, and Essential AI draw significant VC investments and signal a shift toward a more diverse sector.

Microsoft and AFL-CIO launch workforce alliance: It could promote worker-focused tech development and pro-worker policies amid concerns over mass tech job losses.

In part one of this two-part podcast episode, we discuss some predictions for 2024 that are too specific to be 100% certain about but could still come true, including: which subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) platform Apple will likely buy, where metaverse playgrounds will spring up, and what the ruling between Google and the US Department of Justice will be. Tune in to the discussion with our vice presidents of content Suzy Davidkhanian and Paul Verna and analyst Max Willens.

Regulators examine its $13 billion deal with Microsoft and potential control issues. Focus on billion-dollar AI deals will likely intensify.

EU finalizes world’s first comprehensive AI regulations: Rules for AI companies pave the way for future regulatory frameworks around the world but are met with mixed reception.

Apple is planning a foldable device. Samsung wants a piece: It could release an iPhone or iPad/MacBook hybrid in 2026 as it seeks to make its mark on the foldable field.