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18 Oct 2026
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2 Dec 2025
What does it mean when Uncle Sam one of your biggest shareholders? Chip startup xLight about to find out
Today's podcast covers: Chip startup xLight is bracing for a major shift as Uncle Sam becomes one of its largest shareholders. Apple appoints a new AI chief with expertise from Google and Microsoft. Google's AI strength lies in its knowledge of users. Zillow scraps climate risk scores due to agent backlash. Cyber Monday brings deals on laptops, phones, and digital notebooks. Construction workers benefit from the AI boom. Nvidia introduces new AI models for autonomous driving. European authorities shut down a crypto mixing site laundering billions. OpenAI invests in Thrive Holdings. Nvidia strengthens its chip-design stack with a $2B Synopsys investment. Sources: - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/what-does-it-mean-when-uncle-sam-is-one-of-your-biggest-shareholders-chip-startup-xlight-is-about-to-find-out/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/apple-just-named-a-new-ai-chief-with-google-and-microsoft-expertise-as-john-giannandrea-steps-down/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/one-of-googles-biggest-ai-advantages-is-what-it-already-knows-about-you/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/zillow-drops-climate-risk-scores-after-agents-complained-of-lost-sales/ - https://www.wired.com/story/best-cyber-monday-laptop-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/shopify-resolves-outage-disrupting-merchants-on-cyber-monday/ - https://www.wired.com/story/surface-laptop-cyber-monday-deal/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/nvidia-announces-new-open-ai-models-and-tools-for-autonomous-driving-research/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/aws-reinvent-2025-how-to-watch-and-follow-along-live/ - https://www.wired.com/story/meta-quest-3s-deal-cyber-monday-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/cyber-monday-phone-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/construction-workers-are-cashing-in-on-the-ai-boom/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/data-center-energy-demand-forecasted-to-soar-nearly-300-through-2035/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/european-cops-shut-down-crypto-mixing-website-that-helped-launder-1-3-billion-euros/ - https://www.wired.com/story/digital-notebook-cyber-monday-sales/ - https://www.wired.com/story/cyber-monday-streaming-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/aura-frame-cyber-monday-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/openais-investment-into-thrive-holdings-is-its-latest-circular-deal/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/deezer-rolls-out-my-deezer-year-2025-its-spotify-wrapped-clone/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/12/01/nvidias-2b-synopsys-bet-tightens-its-grip-on-the-chip-design-stack/
1 Dec 2025
Varda says it proven space manufacturing works — now it wants to make it boring
Today's podcast covers: Varda has successfully demonstrated the viability of space manufacturing and aims to streamline the process. Swatch introduces the MoonSwatch Mission To Earthphase Moonshine Gold Cold Moon with details on price, specs, and availability. James Cameron expresses concerns about generative AI. A report delves into David Sacks' potential gains from a role in the Trump administration. Cyber Monday Tech Deals for 2025 are highlighted. ChatGPT celebrates its third anniversary. Finland explores drone food delivery behind the scenes. Black Friday deals for Amazon devices, Kindles, and streaming services are showcased. The Rocco Fridge is praised for its aesthetics. Climate change predictions focus on rising oceans and tensions between the US and China over rare earth metals. Black Friday deals on Christmas trees and lights for 2025 are featured. Sources: - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/30/varda-says-it-has-proven-space-manufacturing-works-now-it-wants-to-make-it-boring/ - https://www.wired.com/story/every-model-of-this-new-snoopy-moonswatch-is-different-and-you-can-only-get-one-when-it-snows/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/30/avatar-director-james-cameron-says-generative-ai-is-horrifying/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/30/new-report-examines-how-david-sacks-might-profit-from-trump-administration-role/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-tech-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/30/chatgpt-launched-three-years-ago-today/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/30/behind-the-scenes-of-drone-food-delivery-in-finland/ - https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-device-kindle-black-friday-deals-2025-2/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-streaming-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/you-have-8-hours-to-save-on-this-stunning-smart-fridge/ - https://www.wired.com/story/the-oceans-are-going-to-rise-but-when/ - https://www.wired.com/story/yttrium-rare-earth-metal-china-us/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-christmas-tree-deals/
30 Nov 2025
Airbus orders software fix to thousands of planes due to solar radiation risk
Today's podcast covers: Airbus is ordering a software fix for thousands of planes to address the risk of solar radiation. Black Friday deals in 2025 include discounts on protein powder, supplements, streaming services, tech gadgets, phones, Amazon devices, Google Pixel, iPads, digital notebooks, smart glasses, and e-readers. New York state is implementing a law targeting personalized pricing. An article discusses the inability to make AI admit to being sexist. VC Kara Nortman is leading the way in investing in women's sports. The WIRED Guide offers tips on digital opsec for teens. Additionally, a method to find any lost phone, regardless of the operating system, is highlighted. Sources: - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/29/airbus-orders-software-fix-to-thousands-of-planes-due-to-solar-radiation-risk/ - https://www.wired.com/story/protein-powder-black-friday-deals-2025-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-streaming-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/29/new-york-state-law-takes-aim-at-personalized-pricing/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/29/no-you-cant-get-your-ai-to-admit-to-being-sexist-but-it-probably-is/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-phone-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-device-kindle-black-friday-deals-2025-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-tech-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-google-pixel-deals-2025-2/ - https://www.wired.com/story/apple-ipad-black-friday-deal-2025-2/ - https://www.wired.com/story/digital-notebook-black-friday-sales/ - https://www.wired.com/story/meta-sale-black-friday-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/digital-opsec-for-teens/ - https://www.wired.com/story/my-favorite-color-e-readers/ - https://www.wired.com/story/ringit-app-finds-any-lost-phone-even-if-it-uses-a-different-operating-system/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/28/vc-kara-nortman-bet-early-on-womens-sports-and-now-shes-creating-the-market/
29 Nov 2025
9 Best Black Friday Laptop Deals (2025), Rocco Fridge Isn't So Smart, Supabase hit $5B by turning down million-dollar contracts
Today's podcast covers: In 2025, Black Friday is in full swing with enticing deals on laptops, tech gadgets, and more. Companies like Supabase are thriving by turning down lucrative contracts, while SoftBank invests in Meesho's successful IPO. AI is reshaping go-to-market strategies, while the regulation of AI sparks a federal vs. state showdown. Sex workers create an 'Anti-OnlyFans' platform, and there are discounts on innovative products like the Rocco Fridge and the Nothing (1) Headset. Overall, Black Friday shoppers can expect great deals on a variety of products, from laptops and phones to protein powder and office chairs. Sources: - https://www.wired.com/story/best-black-friday-laptop-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/you-have-8-hours-to-save-on-this-stunning-smart-fridge/ - https://techcrunch.com/video/supabase-hit-5b-by-turning-down-million-dollar-contracts-heres-why/ - https://www.wired.com/live/black-friday-live-25/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-ninja-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/protein-powder-black-friday-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/28/softbank-stays-in-as-meesho-606m-ipo-becomes-indias-first-major-e-commerce-listing/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/28/how-openai-and-google-see-ai-changing-go-to-market-strategies/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-phone-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-tech-deals-2025/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/28/the-race-to-regulate-ai-has-sparked-a-federal-vs-state-showdown/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/28/best-ipad-apps-to-boost-productivity-and-make-your-life-easier/ - https://www.wired.com/story/amazon-device-kindle-black-friday-deals-2025/ - https://www.wired.com/story/how-to-measure-the-earths-radius-with-legos/ - https://www.wired.com/story/nothing-1-headset-deal-1125-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/sex-workers-built-an-anti-onlyfans-to-take-control-of-their-profits/ - https://www.wired.com/story/apple-ipad-black-friday-deal-2025-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/black-friday-herman-miller-sale-november-2025-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/oura-ring-4-deal-1125-1/ - https://www.wired.com/story/poems-can-trick-ai-into-helping-you-make-a-nuclear-weapon/
11 Nov 2025
Lovable says it’s nearing 8 million users as year-old AI coding startup eyes more corporate employees
Today's podcast covers: Lovable, an AI coding startup, is nearing 8 million users and aims to attract more corporate employees. VC Jennifer Neundorfer shares tips for standing out in the competitive AI market. Kaltura acquires eSelf in a $27M deal. Google introduces Gemini to Google TV Streamer. AI PowerPoint-killer Gamma hits $2.1B valuation. Wikipedia calls on AI companies to use its paid API. Venmo launches cash back rewards program. Amazon Music allows users in Canada to chat and stream music. Remote driving startup Vay could secure up to $410M from Grab. Amanda Kahlow raises $30 million for new AI sales startup 1mind. Sources: - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/lovable-says-its-nearing-8-million-users-as-the-year-old-ai-coding-startup-eyes-more-corporate-employees/ - https://techcrunch.com/video/the-circular-money-problem-at-the-heart-of-ais-biggest-deals/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/vc-jennifer-neundorfer-explains-how-founders-can-stand-out-in-a-crowded-ai-market/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/a-better-way-of-thinking-about-the-ai-bubble/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/kaltura-acquires-eself-founded-by-creator-of-snaps-ai-in-27m-deal/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/google-brings-gemini-to-the-google-tv-streamer/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/ai-powerpoint-killer-gamma-hits-2-1b-valuation-100m-arr-founder-says/ - https://www.wired.com/story/jbl-charge-6-deal-1125/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/wikipedia-urges-ai-companies-to-use-its-paid-api-and-stop-scraping/ - https://www.wired.com/story/heres-where-to-build-data-centers-to-keep-emissions-down/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/consolidation-begins-to-hit-the-carbon-credit-market/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/google-maps-releases-new-ai-tools-to-let-you-create-interactive-projects/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/venmo-launches-cash-back-rewards-program-for-debit-cards/ - https://www.wired.com/story/the-first-radio-signal-from-comet-3i-atlas-ends-debate-about-its-nature/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/knicks-player-miles-mcbride-launches-a-location-sharing-friendship-app-to-rival-snap-map/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/amazon-music-allows-users-in-canada-to-chat-and-stream-music-with-each-other/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/sapphire-sport-spins-out-rebrands-as-359-capital-with-300m-aum/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/remote-driving-startup-vay-could-grab-up-to-410m-from-singapores-grab/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/why-a-lot-of-people-are-getting-hacked-with-government-spyware/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/6sense-founder-amanda-kahlow-raises-30-million-for-new-human-replacement-ai-sales-startup-1mind/
10 Nov 2025
Lenskart recovers from tepid open to close first day slightly above IPO price, Mysterious Math Behind Brazilian Butt Lift
Today's podcast covers: Lenskart had a successful first day on the stock market, closing slightly above its IPO price. The Brazilian Butt Lift procedure involves mysterious mathematical calculations. Alex Karp is involved in a conflict. An ASMR spa offers unique experiences like lice checks and crafts. Amazon's 'House of David' used advanced AI technology in its second season. Slow Ventures offers a 'finishing school' for founders. YouTube TV is compensating customers for a Disney blackout. Elon Musk contemplates love using Grok. Apple is planning satellite-powered iPhone features. TechCrunch Mobility discusses Elon Musk's impactful statements. Adobe Firefly is a powerful generative AI tool for users. Sources: - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/10/lenskart-recovers-from-tepid-open-to-close-first-day-slightly-above-ipo-price/ - https://www.wired.com/story/book-excerpt-replaceable-you-mary-roach-butt-implants/ - https://www.wired.com/story/alex-karp-goes-to-war-palantir-big-interview/ - https://www.wired.com/story/lice-checks-crafts-and-being-touched-by-strangers-inside-a-roleplaying-asmr-spa/ - https://www.wired.com/story/amazons-house-of-david-used-over-350-ai-shots-in-season-2-its-creator-isnt-sorry/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/09/slow-ventures-holds-a-finishing-school-to-help-founders-learn-to-be-fancy/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/09/youtube-tv-is-giving-customers-a-20-credit-for-disney-blackout/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/09/elon-musk-uses-grok-to-imagine-the-possibility-of-love/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/09/apple-reportedly-plans-ambitious-satellite-powered-iphone-features/ - https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/09/techcrunch-mobility-elon-musks-threats-worked/ - https://www.wired.com/story/what-is-adobe-firefly/
9 Nov 2025
Wall Street losing faith AI, ‘Breaking Bad’ creator’s new show ‘Pluribus’ emphatically ‘made by humans
Today's podcast covers: A rough week for tech stocks might signal a loss of investor confidence in artificial intelligence.
8 Nov 2025
Bad Air One of Biggest Threats to Your Health, Government Shutdown Ticking Cybersecurity Time Bomb
Today's podcast covers: Air pollution, specifically PM 2. Amid a prolonged government shutdown, the US Congressional Budget Office revealed a recent hack by a suspected foreign actor.
7 Nov 2025
What to Do Dumbo If You’re Here for Business (2025), Acer Predator Triton 14 AI Review
Today's podcast covers: New York City has become a top destination for tech workers, with Dumbo emerging as a hotspot in Brooklyn. The Acer Predator Triton 14 AI is a hybrid laptop aimed at gamers and creators, featuring a 14.
7 Nov 2025
Top Verizon Promo Codes & Deals | November 2025, Meta Quest Promo Codes
Today's podcast covers: In November 2025, Verizon offers various promo codes and deals for customers. Looking for discounts on Meta Quest products? Look no further! Meta offers direct discounts on Quest headsets, accessories, and games. In November 2025, HP is offering various discount codes and coupons for their products.
30 Oct 2025
IntrCity SmartBus lands $30M at $140M valuation to deepen its grip on India’s intercity travel market
Today's podcast covers: IntrCity SmartBus, a tech-enabled intercity bus platform in India, has secured $30 million in funding to expand its services to smaller cities and towns across the country. Lenovo, the largest PC and laptop company globally, offers a range of high-quality laptops and PC peripherals. Get ready for.
29 Oct 2025
Flipkart’s Super.money teams up with Kotak811 to make
Today's podcast covers: Flipkart's Super. The CEO of spyware maker Memento Labs confirmed that one of its government customers was caught using its malware, known as Dante. LG Uplus, a major telecom operator in South Korea, has reported a suspected data breach to Korea's national cybersecurity watchdog KISA. Tata Motors.
28 Oct 2025
OpenAI offers free ChatGPT Go for one year to all users India, Venture capital not asset class
Today's podcast covers: OpenAI is offering its ChatGPT Go plan free for one year to users in India who sign up during a limited promotional period starting November 4. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Sequoia managing partner Roelof Botha stated that venture capital is not an asset class and that simply.
27 Oct 2025
Chatbots Pushing Sanctioned Russian Propaganda, Accel and Prosus up to back early-stage Indian startups
Today's podcast covers: A new report by the Institute of Strategic Dialogue (ISD) reveals that popular chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, DeepSeek, and Grok are promoting Russian state propaganda from sanctioned entities when asked about the war in Ukraine. Accel and Prosus have joined forces to support early-stage Indian startups, focusing.
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