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WSJ Tech News Briefing
By The Wall Street Journal
Get the latest in technology news for your weekday commute. The Wall Street Journal's reporters and editors highlight leading companies, new gadgets, consumer trends and cyber issues. From San Francisco to New York to the hottest conferences, our journalists help you stay plugged in..
Get the latest in technology news for your weekday commute. The Wall Street Journal's reporters and editors highlight leading companies, new gadgets, consumer trends and cyber issues. From San Francisco to New York to the hottest conferences, our journalists help you stay plugged in..
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What You Need to Know Before Buying Apple Products Right Now
Apple has announced a flurry of new products and features - but our Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern says you should wait before you make any big purchases. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Production assistance from Nora Eckert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
02 Jul 2020
09 MINS
09:45
02 Jul 2020
How Facebook Users Are Targeting Health Officials
Protests against public health officials are ramping up from those who oppose social distancing measures or wearing masks. And Facebook has been a critical tool for them, as they organize their demonstrations and live-stream protests from outside officials' homes. But critics say it's also contributed to the misinformation that's stoking this movement. Jeffrey Horowitz explains. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Production assistance from Nora Eckert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
01 Jul 2020
13 MINS
13:24
01 Jul 2020
How eBay Tried to Crush a Blog Critic
A pair of bloggers wrote some negative posts about eBay. Then, they started receiving ominous packages of cockroaches and funeral wreaths. Next, they realized they were being followed. A criminal investigation found that it was all part of an alleged harassment campaign that came from high within eBay's ranks. Kirsten Grind explains. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Production assistance from Nora Eckert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 Jun 2020
13 MINS
13:30
30 Jun 2020
California City Bans Predictive Policing Software
Many governments are cracking down on policing tactics in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests. Now, a city in California is believed to be the first to ban predictive policing software. Our cybersecurity reporter David Uberti explains. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Jun 2020
10 MINS
10:47
29 Jun 2020
White House Considering Broad Intervention to Secure 5G Future
Everyone wants in on the race to next-generation 5G networks. The Chinese telecom giant Huawei is leading the pack. And now, we report that the Trump Administration is considering sweeping measures to shut them out. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Production assistance from Nora Eckert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Jun 2020
13 MINS
13:54
26 Jun 2020
Why Trump's Campaign is Looking for Alternatives to Facebook, Twitter
The biggest social media platforms have been feeling pressure to moderate political content. In recent weeks, Facebook and Twitter have flagged or removed some of President Trump's posts and campaign ads. But as the campaign looks for other ways to connect with voters online - are there really other options? Our reporter Emily Glazer will explain. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Jun 2020
12 MINS
12:41
25 Jun 2020
How New Immigration Measures Could Impact Tech
Tech companies are pushing back against the Trump administration's temporary ban on H-1B and other immigrant work visas. Our reporter Asa Fitch will join us to break down the debate. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Jun 2020
09 MINS
09:27
24 Jun 2020
What Wirecard's Downfall Could Mean for Tech Investing
A German fintech company announced last week that it's missing over $2 billion from its balance sheet. On Monday, the board said that money probably never existed in the first place. Our columnist Stephen Wilmot on what that could mean for tech investing in Europe. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Jun 2020
12 MINS
12:35
23 Jun 2020
Our Guide to Apple's WWDC
Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off today - virtually, of course. As usual, it's a chance for Apple to unveil new products and strategy. But this year also marks a critical moment for Apple's relationship with developers. Our tech columnist Christopher Mims will join us to guide us through it. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Jun 2020
12 MINS
12:37
22 Jun 2020
Why Hackers Are Targeting Companies You've Never Heard Of
When cybercriminals go after big entities, they make headlines. So they've begun targeting more under-the-radar companies. Our reporter Jenny Strasburg joins us to explain the impact. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Jun 2020
12 MINS
12:58
19 Jun 2020
DOJ Proposes Limiting Protections for Internet Companies
The Justice Department proposed a rollback of some of the rules that have protected tech companies for decades. Our reporter Brent Kendall explains. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 Jun 2020
15 MINS
15:06
18 Jun 2020
How Russian Misinformation Groups May Be Adapting Since 2016
A new report gives us insight into how the Russian firm Secondary Infektion has been operating over the past few years. Our reporter Robert McMillan joins us to explain what they're doing, and what it could mean for Russian disinformation tactics in 2020. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Jun 2020
13 MINS
13:57
17 Jun 2020
Why Police Could Still Be Using Facial Recognition, Despite Big Exits
Amazon, Microsoft, IBM and others have said they won't sell facial recognition tech to police, and they've called on Congress to introduce national legislation. But other major players in the market aren't making the same commitments. Our reporter Jared Council explains. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 Jun 2020
15 MINS
15:54
16 Jun 2020
How Political Groups Harvest Data from Protesters
For years, companies have used location data to market specific products and messages to individuals. Now, political groups are adopting the strategy. Our reporter Patience Haggin joins us to explain. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Jun 2020
09 MINS
09:31
15 Jun 2020
Developer Conferences, Minus the Developers
Normally, major tech companies launch new products and services at developer conferences - but the pandemic has made that near-impossible. Our Heard on the Street Columnist Dan Gallagher explains what that could mean for the industry. And tech workers: has your company been taking action to address racial inequity in the workplace? Call us and tell us about it at (314) 635-0388. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 Jun 2020
11 MINS
11:50
12 Jun 2020
Rivals Step Up to Take on Amazon Amid Pandemic
Shutdowns around the world mean more shoppers are taking their carts digital. As even the biggest companies like Amazon and Walmart struggle to keep up - how are the little guys doing? Our reporter Sebastian Herrera joins us to explain. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11 Jun 2020
14 MINS
14:37
11 Jun 2020
China's Tencent Holdings to Build a City
Tencent Holdings - one of the world's most valuable tech companies - is known for its social media, videogame, and other Internet ventures. Now: it's adding 'city planner' to its portfolio. Our reporter Konrad Putzier explains. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10 Jun 2020
10 MINS
10:44
10 Jun 2020
Kids Sneaking Online During the Pandemic
Breaking rules is part of being a kid. Unfortunately for parents, that extends to screen time limits, too. Our Family Tech Columnist Julie Jargon joins to explain some of the ways the tech-savviest generation has been sneaking online - and what parents can do about it. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
09 Jun 2020
10 MINS
10:55
09 Jun 2020
Why You've Been "Doomscrolling"
There's a reason you've been spending more time than usual scrolling through bad news lately. It has a lot to do with your fight-or-flight response. Our personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen joins us to explain what's happening, and how to cut back. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
08 Jun 2020
11 MINS
11:53
08 Jun 2020
Microsoft Battles for Your Work Computer
During the pandemic, workplace communications companies have seen years' worth of progress in the space of months. Meaning the fight for market share is intense. Microsoft - one of the world's largest companies - has been adopting aggressive tactics to get workplaces to opt into its product, Teams. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
05 Jun 2020
11 MINS
11:57
05 Jun 2020
Working in Tech While Black
Since the killing of George Floyd last week, the nation has been reckoning with its racial divisions and history again. Microsoft is among several tech companies that have declared their support for racial equity - and urged employees to have open conversations about race. On today's episode, we hear from Microsoft Senior Director of Marketing Tina Eskridge about her experience working through this moment. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
04 Jun 2020
13 MINS
13:30
04 Jun 2020
Special Edition: IG Founder Kevin Systrom at WSJ Tech Health
The Wall Street Journal held its second annual gathering on health technology yesterday, bringing executives and experts together online for interactive conversations about the future of global health. At that event, Wall Street Journal Editor in Chief Matt Murray interviewed Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom about social media's role during the pandemic and his coronavirus modeling project. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
03 Jun 2020
29 MINS
29:53
03 Jun 2020
Social Media's Role in Protests
For about as long as platforms like Twitter have existed, demonstrators and police have used them as a tool. Our reporter Sarah E. Needleman joins us to explain the role of social media in recent protests over the death of George Floyd, as well as some of the historical precedent. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
02 Jun 2020
12 MINS
12:35
02 Jun 2020
Tech Task Force to Combat Covid-19 Stumbles
When the pandemic hit the U.S., tech leaders rounded up innovators and policymakers, from big investors to the White House, to try and come up with solutions. But after challenges like a leadership change and concerns over privacy, many of their most ambitious plans have failed to materialize. Our deputy tech editor Brad Reagan joins us to explain what's going on. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
01 Jun 2020
11 MINS
11:49
01 Jun 2020
Trump Signs Executive Order Targeting Social Media
President Trump signed an executive order on Thursday that seeks to limit legal protections for social media companies. The action comes after Twitter labeled two of the president's tweets about mail-in voting. Our reporter Deepa Seetharaman joins us to break down what's in the order and how it relates to a larger debate about free speech online. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 May 2020
12 MINS
12:23
29 May 2020
Facebook Officials Shut Down Attempts to Make it Less Divisive
Americans' views on fundamental issues have been drifting apart for decades, but many believe that social media companies are widening the gap. After these concerns reached a fever pitch during the 2016 U.S. election, Facebook took a look at itself to see if it contributed to divisiveness. Turns out - it did. But as our reporter Jeffrey Horwitz explains, executives at Facebook dialed back efforts to fix the problem. Kateri Jochum hosts. Correction: An earlier version of this podcast mischaracterized Facebook executives as having not taken steps to address polarization. The podcast details the steps they took and we have removed that mischaracterization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
28 May 2020
17 MINS
17:30
28 May 2020
SpaceX to Send Astronauts to the ISS
Between Tesla and a new baby, you might've forgotten that Elon Musk is also working on space travel. Today, his company SpaceX is scheduled to become the first private entity to send humans to the International Space Station. Our reporter Andy Pasztor joins us to explain why this could be one small step for man - and a giant leap for commercial space travel. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
27 May 2020
14 MINS
14:46
27 May 2020
Why Big Tech is Still Growing
The most significant economic downturn in recent history has forced many companies to lay off thousands of workers, and cut back on new investments. But tech companies still have the resources to grow - and to invest in R&D. Our tech columnist Christopher Mims explains why that is. Kateri Jochum hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 May 2020
11 MINS
11:30
26 May 2020
What Getting Hired in Silicon Valley Looks Like Now
Thousands of tech workers have been laid off in recent days, and some executives have said those positions are gone for good. Our reporter Asa Fitch joins us to explain what it's like to look for a job in Silicon Valley right now - and what that could mean for tech in the long run. Plus: Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern joins with her work from home tech tip of the week. Kateri Jochum hosts. Amanda Lewellyn is our producer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 May 2020
13 MINS
13:45
22 May 2020