On This Week in Tech, Deepfakes just got terrifyingly realistic with Google's Veo 3. Leo Laporte and guests Harper Reed and Amy Webb break down how this AI can turn your photos into convincing video footage—and what this means for truth itself. Meanwhile, Australia is quietly implementing age checks for Google searches, and Jack Dorsey's new WhatsApp rival runs on Bluetooth (yes, really). Plus, a new era of internet regulation is about to reshape everything we know about online freedom. This episode tackles the future of digital identity, privacy, and the very nature of reality in the AI age.
In Tech News Weekly, Mikah Sargent and Dan Moren of SixColors break down the exciting new devices from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, including updates to the Z Flip, Z Fold, and Galaxy Watch. The panel discusses how these next-gen foldable phones and wearables are pushing the envelope in terms of functionality, design, and overall user experience.
On Security Now, Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte tackle another Israeli spyware vendor that surfaced. The EU is accelerating plans to ditch Microsoft Azure entirely, and Cloudflare might be getting throttled in Russia. But here's the real kicker: Gibson breaks down what the U.S. must do to compete in global exploit acquisition. This isn't your typical cybersecurity chat; it's a strategic playbook for digital warfare.
Looking for the latest Microsoft and Apple news? Check out MacBreak Weekly and Windows Weekly, two shows that dive deep into the tech stories that matter most. Leo and the crew go beyond the headlines to reveal what matters, whether it's iPhones, iPads, Macs, or Microsoft's big moves.
