Daily Tech News Show podcast

Daily Tech News Show

Tom Merritt and the team help you stay up to date with an independent, authoritative and trustworthy tech news briefing.

Tom Merritt and the team help you stay up to date with an independent, authoritative and trustworthy tech news briefing.

 

#1843

Ok So NOW What for Tik Tok? - DTNS 4938

Plus, Norway is set to launch more rockets, great news for longer-lasting batteries and batteries on the power grid, and Lamarr Wilson has some advice for the TikTok diaspora. Starring Tom Merritt and Huyen Tue Dao Show notes can be found [ here] (https://dailytechnewsshow.com/2025/01/17/ok-so-now-what-for-tik-tok-dtns-4938/) ... Read more

17 Jan 2025

29 MINS

29:11

17 Jan 2025


#1842

Nintendo Announces the Long-Awaited Switch 2 - DTNS 4937

Today’s Daily Tech News Show dishes out all the details on the newly announced Nintendo Switch 2 gaming console, Duolingo's right place right time, Bluesky's upcoming photo-sharing app, a conversation with a long-time RedNote user, and more! Starring Jason Howell and Huyen Tue Dao. Show notes can be found [here] (https://dailytechnewsshow.com/2025/01/16/nintendo-announces-the-long-awaited-switch-2-dtns-4937/) ... Read more

16 Jan 2025

28 MINS

28:03

16 Jan 2025


#1841

Why We Still Need to Explain the Tik Tok Ban - DTNS 4936

Today’s Daily Tech News Show dives into TikTok’s potential shutdown, Google Workspace’s Gemini integration, and Softbank’s attempt to redefine search culture in Japan. Plus, insights into Nvidia’s Cosmos platform and more! Starring Tom Merritt and Jenn Cutter. Show notes can be found [here] (https://dailytechnewsshow.com/2025/01/15/why-we-still-need-to-explain-the-tik-tok-ban-dtns-4936/) . ... Read more

15 Jan 2025

22 MINS

22:51

15 Jan 2025


#1840

Hope Remains for TikTok in U.S. - DTNS 4935

TikTok’s U.S. ban deadline fuels divestment talks, Musk rumors, and user shifts, as Amazon delays AI updates, and new launches include DJI’s Flip drone and DirecTV’s MySports bundle. Starring Jason Howell and Tom Merritt. Open show notes [here] (https://dailytechnewsshow.com/2025/01/14/hope-remains-for-tiktok-in-u-s-dtns-3935/) . ... Read more

14 Jan 2025

29 MINS

29:09

14 Jan 2025


#1839

US Proposes Tight GPU Export Rules - DTNS 4934

Proposed GPU export restrictions target China, setting tiered licensing rules that could impact global AI chip distribution. Mastodon wants to transfer ownership, Sonos CEO's resigns, and Netflix overtakes BBC1 in the UK. Starring Tom Merritt and Jason Howell. Show note can be found [here] (https://dailytechnewsshow.com/?p=38777&preview=true) . ... Read more

13 Jan 2025

29 MINS

29:40

13 Jan 2025


#1838

TikTok's Clock Runs Out?- DTNS Live 4933

A recent survey by Deloitte has shown a drop in EV interest. Why has interest in EVs waned? Sports-focused streaming service Venu, co-founded by Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Fox Corp., has been discontinued. With a possible TikTok shut down in the US on the horizon, what are some alternatives? Plus we engage with some introspective questions in our Friday end-of-week debates. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=699451176&single=true) . ... Read more

10 Jan 2025

1 HR 03 MINS

1:03:39

10 Jan 2025


#1837

What Happened to Tik Tok in Court - DTNS 4933

Tom explains what the law against TikTok in the US actually says, what the company's options are, and what might happen next. Plus final thoughts from CES and future plans for these briefings! ... Read more

10 Jan 2025

28 MINS

28:06

10 Jan 2025


#1836

You've Made Your Thread, Now Lie on It - DTNS Live 4932

We discuss the winners of Best of CES 2025. Plus Meta backtracks on its policy of allowing political content on its platform. And we discuss the LA Fires and how it has impacted the DTNS crew. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Justin Robert Young, Roger Chang, Amos, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=951172639&single=true) . ... Read more

09 Jan 2025

1 HR 00 MINS

1:00:49

09 Jan 2025


#1835

Health and Accessibility a Priority at CES - DTNS 4932

CES Spokesperson Allison Fried tells us about the growing tech trends at CES. Also why Apple is not selling your conversations to advertisers, and NotebookLM launches a news podcast. ... Read more

09 Jan 2025

24 MINS

24:35

09 Jan 2025


#1834

Are You Compliant, Do You Matter? - DTNS Live 4931

Tom finds Matter is slowly making its way across more IoT smart home devices. Robert Heron is here with details on Home Theater technology trends for this year including even larger screens, brighter OLED displays, and laser short-throw projects. Plus Robb Dunewood shares the results of his quest to find better microphones for podcasting. And Jason Howell discovers an AI powered earbud that does translation. Starring Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Jason Howell, Robert Heron, Roger Chang, Amos, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=271312024&single=true) . ... Read more

08 Jan 2025

59 MINS

59:26

08 Jan 2025


#1833

Matter Has a Moment at CES - DTNS 4931

Tom has good news for fans of the Matter smart home standard. Plus, tech to help dyslexic readers and more from CES 2025. ... Read more

08 Jan 2025

18 MINS

18:10

08 Jan 2025


#1832

Attach This Title With Silicone Tape! - DTNS Live 4930

It’s day 2 of our CES coverage. Allison found a space heater for beehives, an emotional support robot for pets, iFixit’s latest DIY repair tools. Plus Robb has found a potentially life changing tool for those with dyslexia. Tom’s found several new smart glasses. And Bodie shares what he learned from Lightship RV about the future of EV RVing and Pivotal’s single seat EVTOL. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Allison Sheridan, Bodie Grimm, Roger Chang, Amos, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=927242688&single=true) . ... Read more

07 Jan 2025

59 MINS

59:54

07 Jan 2025


#1831

The End of #HELLPORTAL at Meta - DTNS CES Briefing

Nvidia is the new Microsoft as far as CES keynotes go, Meta ends its fact-checking, Anker has new ways to power including solar-powered freezing and Leonovo has a rollable screen you can soon buy. ... Read more

07 Jan 2025

30 MINS

30:57

07 Jan 2025


#1830

You Bots Get ON My Lawn! - DTNS Live 4929

We are down in Las Vegas reporting from the Consumer Electronics Camera 2025. We had a great discussion at AMD’s event, TCL’s announcements, new pinball machines from Stern, wearables, robot lawnmowers and Robb had a chance to talk to the CEO of Stellar about their product to provide mobile internet access to vehicles. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Shannon Morse, Roger Chang, Amos, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=276352099&single=true) . ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

58 MINS

58:13

06 Jan 2025


#1829

What to KNow from CES 2025 - DTNS CES Briefing

Monday, January 6th, 2025 This is the Daily Tech News CES Briefing for Monday, January 6th, 2025. To give you a complete look at the news coming out of CES, I’ll be doing these shorter briefings each morning, followed by our regular DTNS discussions in a separate episode later in the day. I’m Tom Merritt, let’s start with what you need to know with the big story. ... Read more

06 Jan 2025

20 MINS

20:56

06 Jan 2025


#1828

Fake People? We Don't Even Like Real People - DTNS Live 4928

Can putting data centers in space provide much needed benefits and what are the challenges? Hoping to appeal to a younger crowd Meta is rolling out features to let users create AI characters on Instagram and Facebook and why some say the results look more like spam more than anything else. Roger brings a quiz about Las Vegas. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=2136788019&single=true) . ... Read more

03 Jan 2025

56 MINS

56:02

03 Jan 2025


#1827

The Land of Bilk and Honey!!! - DTNS Live 4927

On this episode. Is the web browser extension coupon code tool, Honey, running a scam using influencers to peddle its product? Plus Meta swaps out its Global Affairs President, former leader of the UK Liberal Democrats, Nick Clegg, with Joel Kaplan, Clegg’s deputy and a well connected Republican. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Justin Robert Young, Roger Chang, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRk3eo9hRw2vTwuWVmKZGgtJIocYHQACLnmnHKoEe7X8vQ0y9s5ldaj26KMfdrrKG2z_d-sDwo_EJA9/pubhtml?gid=2051191604&single=true) . ... Read more

02 Jan 2025

47 MINS

47:22

02 Jan 2025


#1826

2025 Tech Predictions – DTNS 4926

It’s our 2025 Tech Predictions Show! Tom and Sarah along with Robb Dunewood, Justin Robert Young and David Spark bring their two predictions of what they think will happen to the tech landscape in the year 2025! Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Robb Dunewood, Justin Robert Young and David Spark Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQnXPRiZztILyNFBIipgZmCN6nIVL3Yv2pl0BBX0QRGs4krIjwAQNLrBYMqCdMc9srLk84k4MEYpINN/pubhtml?gid=972119544&single=true) . ... Read more

31 Dec 2024

59 MINS

59:55

31 Dec 2024


#1825

2024 Tech Predictions Results Show - DTNS 4925

It’s the 2024 DTNS Predictions Results episode. This is where we look back on the predictions we made about technology and the tech industry in the year 2024 back in December of 2023 to see how they actually turned out! Who came out on top and who was just too early? Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Tasia Custode, Dr. Nicole Ackermans, Jenn Cutter, Roger Chang. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQnXPRiZztILyNFBIipgZmCN6nIVL3Yv2pl0BBX0QRGs4krIjwAQNLrBYMqCdMc9srLk84k4MEYpINN/pubhtml?gid=2078911171&single=true) . ... Read more

30 Dec 2024

41 MINS

41:08

30 Dec 2024


#1824

2024 Predictions Show from (REPOST from Dec 2023) - DTNS 4675

We’d thought it be fun to include a repost of last year’s 2024 tech predictions before we bring you are 2024 tech predictions RESULTS show on Monday. So here is our 2024 Tech Predictions Show from last December 2023! Tom and Sarah along with Dr. Niki, Jenn Cutter and Tasia Custode bring their two predictions of what they think will happen in 2024 the tech landscape. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Dr. Nicole Ackermans, Jenn Cutter, and Tasia Custode ... Read more

28 Dec 2024

57 MINS

57:48

28 Dec 2024


#1823

Best of GDI 2024 - DTNS 4924

2024 saw plenty of big tech stories take the headlines for DTNS and GDI. From continued rise of generative AI to the increased scrutiny of Social Media by governments around the world. So Joe put together the best conversations we've had all year and put them together here for you. Enjoy! ... Read more

27 Dec 2024

45 MINS

45:32

27 Dec 2024


#1822

2024 Listener Hangout Show - DTNS 4923

Welcome to our end of year Listener Hangout Show. This is the annual episode where we invite several of our supporters to appear alongside us on the show. On this episode we ask our listeners about their use of generative AI and passkeys. Plus we debate which streaming service are the ones we can’t live without! Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Roger Chang, Joe, Mark Bussell Jr., Andrew Tzakis, Todd Belcher, Gary Fisher, Howard Yermish. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQnXPRiZztILyNFBIipgZmCN6nIVL3Yv2pl0BBX0QRGs4krIjwAQNLrBYMqCdMc9srLk84k4MEYpINN/pubhtml?gid=790229088&single=true) . ... Read more

26 Dec 2024

54 MINS

54:31

26 Dec 2024


#1821

LLM Hacks With Brian Brushwood - DTNS 4922

Brian Brushwood explains how he uses AI models in his personal and work life. Plus a Canadian startup has developed a continuous potassium monitoring device that’s inserted just below the skin to help those with chronic kidney disease or at risk of heart failure. And we share our picks for the best holiday gift. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Brian Brushwood, Roger Chang, Joe. Link to the [Show Notes] (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQnXPRiZztILyNFBIipgZmCN6nIVL3Yv2pl0BBX0QRGs4krIjwAQNLrBYMqCdMc9srLk84k4MEYpINN/pubhtml?gid=1330470800&single=true) . ... Read more

24 Dec 2024

31 MINS

31:32

24 Dec 2024