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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

Today's podcast covers: A rough week for tech stocks might signal a loss of investor confidence in artificial intelligence.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.