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The US government abruptly forced Anthropic to pull its most advanced AI model offline after fears it was simply too powerful to be safe. Hear the real story behind the sudden shutdown that rocked the tech world—and what it reveals about the uneasy alliance between Washington and Silicon Valley.•…

Leo Laporte: It's time for MacBreak Weekly, we've got a great panel for you, Alex Lindsey is here, Rene and Andy, we're going to talk about Tim Cook's interview with the Wall Street Journal in great detail, what does he mean “A new category?”. We will talk about what an iWatch could do, might do…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:00 - Mikah SargentComing up on Tech News Weekly. Dan Moren of Six Colors joins me. We kick off the show talking about how Apple is…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.00:00 - Mikah Sargent (Host)Coming up on tech news weekly. Amanda Silverling is here as she joins me to talk about an update to the…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:00 - Mikah SargentComing up on Tech News Weekly. I'm Mikah Sargent and we are joined by Emily Forlini. We talk about what you can do…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:00 - Mikah SargentComing up on Tech News Weekly. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy of the Verge is here and she brings the creepy Atlas robot…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show 00:00 - Leo Laporte (Host)It's time for Security Now. Steve Gibson is here. He says there's not a lot of news, so we're going to do…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show. Leo Laporte [00:00:00]:It's time for Security Now. Steve Gibson is here with good news on the EU chat Control vote. We'll talk…

Amazon Alexa event live blog: all the news from the keynoteAmazon announces AI-powered Alexa PlusAn in-depth look at Apple's AI crisis, as some in Apple's AI division believe that a true conversational “LLM Siri” won't be ready until iOS 20 at best in 2027Google’s co-founder tells AI staff to stop …

Someone is upset over Apple's announcement of an updated Siri will be delayed. Some information about the rumored iPhone 17 Air is starting to come out. Would you watch a performance of Metallica in the Vision Pro? And Apple will soon support encrypted RCS messaging with Android users. …

Apple gives a 'Sleek Peek' to WWDC 2025 next week. Is Apple changing its naming convention for its OSs? Slowly, more content is being released for Apple's Vision Pro. And is Apple looking to acquire streaming rights to MLB Sunday Night Baseball?Apple shares new 'Sleek Peek' teaser ahead of WWDC…

Bill Atkinson, Macintosh Pioneer and Inventor of Hypercard, Dies at 74Folklore.org: Round Rects Are Everywhere!OpenAI slams court order to save all ChatGPT logs, including deleted chatsA ban on state AI laws could smash Big Tech’s legal guardrailsFederal judge blocks Florida from enforcing social…

Is there a way to play Call of Duty on my M3 MacBook Pro? Should I get a voice recorder to record my thoughts, or is my smartphone good enough to record audio? Can you upgrade from Windows 7 to 10 still for free? Plus, Sam Abuelsamid stops by to talk about the car tech at CES 2024 and Fr. Robert…

When even the Department of Defense can't properly vet its software dependencies, what chance do the rest of us have? Steve Gibson reveals how "fast-glob" became a case study in supply chain blindness, explores whether AI can ever truly be controlled after Meta's celebrity chatbot disaster, and…

Microsoft is killing WordPad after 28 years. Is there a workaround for using unsupported printers on a Chromebook? Should you switch to wireless charging? Plus, Scott Wilkinson talks about Oppenheimer and its dialogue, and Johnny Jet shares how he saved on his Spectrum bill! Microsoft is…

Why is the iPhone 15 Pro overheating for some users? Apple says it's due to an iOS 17 bug. What are the pros and cons of using the iPhone 15's optimized battery vs. 80% limit battery setting? Plus, Scott Wilkinson helps with a viewer's question about sync issues with their Sonos soundbar, and…

What's the easiest way to record how-to videos on your computer? Why are some people receiving notes on their EV vehicles at charging stations? And Mikah demos a new feature introduced in the latest version of Apple's Safari browser: Safari Profiles! Zoom is launching its own Google Docs…

If you listened to my last episode about ad tech and SaaS companies, here are two case studies using ad tech for online learning companies.I want to cover two campaigns that ran on our network, TWiT.tv.  Both are for online learning companies.The first campaign was for an online learning…

Rosemary Orchard and Mikah Sargent share some of their favorite reference apps for iPhone and iPad.Google Translate Translate text, voice, and conversations on iPhone CoinSnap: Coin Identifier Look up words in Pages on iPhone Terminology Dictionary Night Sky Visual…

NYTimes sues OpenAIHow OpenAI could recreate Times quotesOpenAI’s annualized revenue reportedly tops $1.6BAs Assistant with Bard inches toward launch, here's its UI in actionPodcast policeTikToker ‘Tunnel Girl’ ordered to stop viral digging project under Virginia homeApps will now be reporting your…

Takeaways From a Monumental Week for AISam Altman: OpenAI has been on the 'wrong side of history' concerning open source | TechCrunchDeepSeek's AI success is overshadowed by a serious security breacAI systems with 'unacceptable risk' are now banned in the EU | TechCrunchOpenAI partners with U.S…

Interview with Zack Kass, Former GTM for Open AIWhy you can deep-six the DeepSeek hypeGemini 2.0 is now available to everyoneOpenAI has undergone its first ever rebrand, giving fresh life to ChatGPT interactionsAI Has Shown Me My Future. Here's What I've Learned.Senator Hawley Proposes Jail Time…

From internet service providers facing billion-dollar lawsuits for their users’ file sharing to Amazon’s smart displays turning into ad machines, the future of your connected life is up for grabs. If you want to know who’s really pulling the strings in tech and where the battle lines are being…

Sign in with Apple feels effortless, but is that convenience worth putting all your digital eggs in one basket? Get the practical advice you need to balance seamless logins with long-term account access.How Sign In With Apple works across devices and platformsDemonstrating account creation and…

Leo Laporte: It's time for Windows Weekly! Paul Thurrott has the day off. We've got two great guest hosts, Peter Bright and Daniel Rubino. We're going to talk a lot about Windows Phone 8.1, the new Nokia Icon, Android on Windows Phone, and a whole lot more. Windows Weekly is up next. Netcasts…

Leo Laporte: It's time for TWiT: This Week in Tech. What a show we have! Talk about brain power. Ben Thompson from Stratechery, Ed Bott from ZD Net, Rene Ritchie from iMore, and we are going to disect bit by bit everything Apple announced on Wednesday, what it all means, we might even talk about…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.0:00:01 - Leo LaporteIt's time for security now. Steve Gibson is here with lots of security news, including a look at Apple's new PQ3…

The iPhone 15 Pro overheating is due to an iOS 17 bug, not hardware design, per Apple. Apple continues to cave into China's demands as it begins to enforce checks on its App Store in China. Plus, if you bought the original Apple Watch, especially the $17,000 gold version of the watch, you are out…

This episode of TWiT explores the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on creative industries like writing, the monopolistic practices of Big Tech, and the concepts of open-washing and chokepoint capitalism.Cory Doctorow discusses his upcoming appearance in a Futurama episode inspired by…

Apple has a "spooky fast" event coming up on October 30th. Remember to join Leo & Mikah for their coverage of the event @ 5pm Pacific! What are some ways to stop video ads from automatically playing while using cellular data? And are there tutors for learning a program such as Roblox? X…

I want to clarify the results of traction from a campaign on TWiT.tv - Because our fans are tech-savvy, privacy, and security-focused - landing pages/offer codes are not enough to review when understanding the impact of a campaign on our network.Here are three reason's why:Our audience will simply…

Interview with Stephen WolframOpenAI now serves 400M users every weekNvidia’s Profit Jumps 80 Percent as Company Rides Tech’s A.I. BoomAmazon announces AI-powered Alexa PlusArtists release silent album in protest against AI using their workAI ‘inspo’ is everywhere. It’s driving your hair stylist…

Father Robert Ballecer provides an entertaining rundown of his favorite gadgets from CES 2024. In part 2 of his Las Vegas trip, he showcases 10 cool and unique devices that caught his eye at the show.The RCA smart bird feeder uses AI to identify bird species and provides HD video footage that you…

Apple held a special developer event for immersive media experiences last week, and some of MacBreak's own were there! Did Apple reduced production levels for its iPhone Air? Apple crosses the $4 trillion market cap. And what's going on with Apple's lawsuit against Jon Prosser?Apple holds special…

Are we repeating the mistakes of the dot-com boom with today’s AI gold rush? Intelligent Machines tackles why runaway spending, circular investments, and looming government deals could mean a hard reckoning for tech's biggest promise yet.Interview with Steven LevyLevy:  Wasn’t Sure I Wanted…

Disinformation expert Craig Silverman joins the crew to break down why AI makes scams and fake news easier, faster, and nearly impossible to spot—while Big Tech quietly profits. If you think spotting digital deception is tough now, wait until you hear how deep the rabbit hole goes.Claude…

A principled stand by an underdog AI company ignites a mass migration of users, shakes up Silicon Valley talent wars, and leaves even the tech giants recalculating their moves. Hear how one weekend suddenly redrew the lines on ethics, leadership, and who controls the future of AI.Interview with Dan…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte (00:00:00):Well, hey, hey, hey. It's time for Ask the Tech guys coming up. More printer questions, really,Mikah Sargent (00…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Leo Laporte [00:00:00]:It's time for MacBreak Weekly. We welcome our newest panelist, Christina Warren, to the fold, along with Andy…

Please be advised this transcript is AI-generated and may not be word for word. Time codes refer to the approximate times in the ad-supported version of the show.Rosemary Orchard [00:00:00]:Coming up on iOS today, we're going to talk about iPad multitasking and some shortcuts magic sprinkled in…

Are people furious about the F1 Movie Apple Wallet ad? Apple could look to using Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri AI features. The EU could miss out on new iOS 26 features when it rolls out later this year. And Pixelmator Pro gets new updates that integrate Apple Intelligence features!More on…

Interview with Board Member of Cloudflare, John Graham-CummingMy Couples Retreat With 3 AI Chatbots and the Humans Who Love ThemTwo Judges, Same District, Opposite Conclusions: The Messy Reality Of AI Training Copyright CasesHow I Use AI To Help With Techdirt (And, No, It’s Not Writing Articles…

GTA 6 trailer 2 and anticipationGrok Pivots From ‘White Genocide’ to Being ‘Skeptical’ About the HolocaustElon Musk’s apparent power play at the Copyright Office completely backfiredMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella Explains How He’s Making Himself Obsolete With AIHow Finland's district heating systems…

Interview with Ray KurzweilLiquid eggs? NYC bodegas have new strategy to keep bacon, egg and cheese prices downGoogle announces Gemini Robotics for building general purpose robotsDeepMind's latest AI model can help robots fold origami and close Ziploc bagsAn audit found that 10 top AI chatbots,…

Mikah Sargent is running the show solo this week! How can you get your podcast audio levels to equalize amongst one another? What's the best way to capture the upcoming eclipse with your smartphone? Why is the VPN on my phone stopping my iPhone from connecting to CarPlay? Rod Pyle talks about the…

Windows 11Patch TuesdayWindows 11 gets those stupid lock screen widgetsSnipping Tool is being updated with emojis and QR code scanningMicrosoft is testing widgets in the Windows 11 Start menuNew Dev and Beta buildsDell PCs based on Snapdragon X leakMicrosoft 365Microsoft Word gets a long-overdue…

Picture of the Week: Steve shares a funny "what we say vs what we mean" image about tech support conversations.WinRAR v6.23 fixes: Steve explains that updating to the latest WinRAR is more important than initially thought, with two critical vulnerabilities being actively exploited by hackers since…

One more look back at Build Microsoft talked a lot about what’s coming to Windows, was vague on the timing. Speaking of vague, Microsoft gave the impression that there were “1 billion” Windows 11 users. There are not.Paul can confirm that Panos Panay was purposefully sidelined.Dev Drive:…

Windows 365 Switch public preview, Project IDX, digital declutteringWindows 11Patch Tuesday arrives - nothing to see here, first PT this year with no new Windows 11 22H2 featuresNew Canary build today: Two features from Dev, one new feature, plus a few minor fixesWindows 365 Switch is now available…

Here at TWiT.tv, we do not invade our audiences' privacy like Google, Facebook, Apple, Spotify, and the rest of the tech world. We rely on an annual survey to allow our audience to contribute information to us instead of tracking them to find out who they are because we want to respect our fans.It…