David Bloom and Daniel Frankel break down a wild week in tech, media & telecom. Apple races into Formula 1 with a record $750 million rights deal and new M5-powered Vision Pro experiences, the White House’s AI czar clashes with Anthropic in a regulatory standoff, and MrBeast launches Viro, giving creators armies of video clippers to amplify viral moments. Plus: Netflix’s “Boots” controversy, Marlee Matlin’s new PBS documentary, Amazon’s Vega OS, Paramount layoffs, and the shifting broadband landscape from Starlink to fixed-wireless.

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00:00 Introduction to Technology, Media, and Telecom Trends

02:25 The Creator Economy and AI's Role

05:11 AI Regulation and Industry Dynamics

07:36 Media Representation and Cultural Narratives

10:26 Innovations in Content Creation and Distribution

12:55 The Pentagon's Media Relations and Coverage Challenges

15:29 Business Strategies in Media and Politics

18:22 Apple's Streaming Strategy and Market Positioning

22:40 Apple's Leadership and Future Directions

23:50 Formula One's Rising Popularity and Apple's Investment

26:52 The Intersection of Technology and Sports

27:53 YouTube vs. Spotify: The Podcast Landscape

29:39 Gaming's Evolution and Engagement Strategies

34:04 Broadband Access and the Digital Divide

38:20 Hollywood's Challenges and Representation in Media