Bold Names: Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and the AI ‘Fantasy Land’
Marc Benioff is one of the most outspoken names in tech. The billionaire co-founder of customer relationship software company Salesforce has been pivoting the company’s focus to artificial intelligence agents to help its clients manage customer service and other needs. But he has some strong opinions about how others are promoting AI, from how Microsoft is marketing its Copilot feature to compa...
23m Nov 23, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Amazon Invests an Additional $4 Billion in Anthropic
Plus, Polymarket blocks users in France from placing new bets. And the U.K.’s competition watchdog recommends investigating Apple and Google’s mobile ecosystems. Belle Lin hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Nov 22, 2024
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The 19 Best Tech Gifts of 2024, According to Our Team
The Wall Street Journal’s Personal Tech team rounded up their favorite stuff to wear, help them get fit and more. WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen and personal tech news editor Shara Tibken join host Belle Lin to discuss their picks for the year. Plus, the gene-editing tool Crispr comes for tomatoes to make them sweeter. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more ...
12m Nov 22, 2024
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How Your Junk Is Finding New Life Powering the Electric Era
In remote Quebec, the mining giant Glencore is turning America’s electronic trash back into treasure. WSJ reporter Ryan Dezember joins host Belle Lin to talk about how recycled copper could help meet the demands of the energy transition and data boom. Plus, a look at a new Transportation Security Administration program that allows travelers to use their faces for identity verification at airpor...
13m Nov 21, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Nvidia’s Sales Soar as AI Keeps Booming
Plus, Elon Musk’s xAI startup is valued at $50 billion. And the U.S. military selects a little-known Utah supplier for its drone program. Belle Lin hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Nov 20, 2024
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The AI-Powered Hollywood Studio
A new entertainment studio called Promise will incorporate generative artificial-intelligence tools into various stages of production for movies and shows. WSJ deputy media editor Jessica Toonkel joins host Belle Lin to talk about how the studio will make AI-powered entertainment and what it means for the industry. Plus, what to expect from chip giant Nvidia’s earnings today. Sign up for the...
11m Nov 20, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Google’s $2 Billion Anthropic Investment Cleared by U.K.
Plus, it’s not just data centers—networking capabilities need upgrades for AI too. And how AI is playing a role in preparing for earnings day. Belle Lin hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 19, 2024
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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for the Top U.S. Cyber Agency
Some Republican lawmakers and policy agenda Project 2025 have criticized the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency for overreach. WSJ reporter James Rundle joins host Belle Lin to talk about how President-elect Trump’s second term might shape the cyber agency, from more robust abilities for it to detect and respond to cyber threats, to drastic budget cuts.Plus, why some techies are t...
12m Nov 19, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: AI Investments Are Booming, But VC Profits Hit a Historic Low
Plus, Trump picks Brendan Carr as FCC Chair. And Roblox adds parental controls. Belle Lin hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 18, 2024
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Behind Big Tech’s Effort to Kill an Online Kid Safety Bill
One of the most significant expansions of online protection for children in decades is currently languishing in the House, without a clear path to passage. WSJ reporter Georgia Wells joins host James Rundle to discuss what happened to the Kids Online Safety Act, and how intense lobbying from tech giants including Meta Platforms and Alphabet’s Google contributed to its struggles. Plus, we previe...
12m Nov 18, 2024
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Bold Names: Why This Tesla Pioneer Says the Cheap EV Market 'Sucks'
Tesla, and its CEO Elon Musk, are the big names in electric vehicles, but a lot of competitors are nipping at their heels, including one led by a former top Tesla engineer. Peter Rawlinson is the CEO of Lucid, a billion-dollar auto startup he says has better technology than its rivals. The company recently completed a $1.75 billion stock offering, and has backing from Saudi Arabia’s Public Inve...
26m Nov 16, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk Sues OpenAI Again
Plus, General Motors lays off 1,000 workers. And Samsung plans a massive share buyback program. James Rundle hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 15, 2024
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Why a State Department Office Battling Disinformation Abroad Is Facing Closure
As U.S. officials warn that disinformation from Russia, China and Iran is reaching unprecedented levels, a key office in the State Department designed to counter these operations may shut its doors this year. WSJ’s national security correspondent, Michael Gordon, joins host James Rundle to talk about why the Global Engagement Center, which works with U.S. intelligence agencies to counter propag...
13m Nov 15, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Meta Fined $843 Million by European Union
Plus, a consumer protection group sues Apple. And Cisco posts lower revenue and profit, but results beat analyst estimates. James Rundle hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 14, 2024
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The Gamers Piloting Drones on Ukraine’s Front Lines
The use of drones is transforming how the war in Ukraine is being fought. Squadrons of pilots, mostly young men, are deploying skills and reflexes learned from videogames to attack Russian troops and inflicting casualties, while acting like military startups in the field. WSJ’s Ukraine bureau chief, James Marson, joins host James Rundle to discuss how this new crop of nontraditional soldiers ar...
13m Nov 14, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk’s X Hires First CFO in Two Years
Plus, Amazon launches sub-$20 section. And chip maker AMD lays off over 1,000 workers. James Rundle hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 13, 2024
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AI Powers Three Mile Island’s Nuclear Plant Back to Life
Big tech companies are striking deals to bring more nuclear power online to meet the energy demands of AI while curbing surging carbon emissions tied to data centers. Now, one provider of nuclear power is looking to bring Pennsylvania’s Three Mile Island plant back to life, after closing it just five years ago. WSJ reporter Jennifer Hiller joins host James Rundle to explain what’s happening in ...
12m Nov 13, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Meta Plans to Offer Less Personal Ads in Europe
Plus, 23andMe lays off 40% of its staff. And SoftBank returns to profit. James Rundle hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 12, 2024
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Crypto’s High Hopes for the Trump White House
Cryptocurrency companies have had to get used to heavy regulation over the past four years. With President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, they’re hoping for relief – and they’ve spent big to make sure they get it. WSJ reporter Vicky Huang joins host James Rundle to explain what the crypto industry expects from Washington over the next four years. Plus, artificial intelligence i...
11m Nov 12, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Google News Czar Resigns as Friction With Publishers Continues
Plus, Tencent builds another Indonesian data center. And FTX’s estate sues Binance for $1.8 billion. James Rundle hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 11, 2024
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How AI Is Threatening an Online Education Giant
Online education company Chegg used to be the go-to source for students who wanted help with their homework. Now that those students are turning to OpenAI’s ChatGPT for help, Chegg’s business is taking a hit. WSJ tech reporter Miles Kruppa joins host Cordilia James has more on the company’s efforts to adapt and survive. Plus, how Elon Musk could apply his usual business tactics to a possible ro...
13m Nov 11, 2024
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Introducing: Bold Names
Every day, Wall Street Journal reporters talk with the most powerful, influential and interesting people. Now, we’re bringing some of those conversations directly to you. Introducing Bold Names, a new interview series where we hear directly from the leaders behind bold name companies. Hosted by WSJ columnists Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims. The first episode drops Saturday, November 16. Lear...
2m Nov 09, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Musk Makes Appearance on Ukrainian President’s Call to Trump
Plus, President-elect Donald Trump says he won’t sell some of his stake in the parent company of Truth Social. And Amazon is testing new formats for its grocery business. Danny Lewis hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 08, 2024
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How Microsoft’s CFO Calls the Shots on AI Spending
Microsoft chief financial officer Amy Hood is responsible for approving deals that have made Microsoft the most acquisitive company in the tech industry. WSJ tech reporter Tom Dotan tells host Cordilia James how Hood is steering the company’s massive spending on artificial intelligence. Plus, how to spot fake reviews from real ones while shopping online. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology...
12m Nov 08, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Agency Warns Employees Amid China Hack
Plus, U.S. Cellular to sell a portion of its spectrum licenses to AT&T in a billion dollar deal. And Rivian says it’s on track to report its first ever gross profit by year’s end. Cordilia James hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 07, 2024
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What a Trump Presidency Means for Elon Musk
Elon Musk spent more than $100 million to get Donald Trump back to the White House. WSJ reporter Emily Glazer tells host Cordilia James what Trump’s presidency could mean for Musk and the future of his businesses. Plus, quick steps you can take to secure your most important accounts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
13m Nov 07, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Schneider Electric Investigating Cyberattack
Plus, Teledyne strikes a deal to buy units of AEA Investors-backed Excelitas Technologies for $710 million. And the tech sector faces new headwinds and tailwinds after Donald Trump’s victory. Cordilia James hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Nov 06, 2024
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Why Chinese EV Makers Are Expanding in Latin America
Brazil is the biggest overseas market for Chinese automaker BYD. Other Chinese companies are also moving to the country. WSJ Brazil correspondent Samantha Pearson tells host Cordilia James why the shift to the Latin American market is just the beginning of a global expansion that could give BYD an edge over manufacturers in the West. Plus, SpaceX is looking to advance its reusable rocket tech, ...
13m Nov 06, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Perplexity to Triple Valuation to $9 Billion
Plus, some of the world’s most-guarded semiconductor tech is found in Huawei's new AI chips. And Palantir shares soar after sales growth beats expectations. Cordilia James hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 05, 2024
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Why Election Day Could Be a ‘Super Bowl’ for Hackers
It’s game-time for cybercriminals looking to disrupt the election with delays and disinformation, according to security experts. WSJ tech reporter Belle Lin explains the efforts in place to thwart attacks during and after Election Day. Plus, why U.S. chip toolmakers are replacing China in the semiconductor supply chain. Cordilia James hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. ...
12m Nov 05, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: U.S. Chip Toolmakers Are Moving to Cut China From Supply Chains
Plus, shares of nuclear-power producers tumble after regulators rejected a deal from Amazon to use more nuclear energy. And New York Times tech workers strike ahead of Election Day. Cordilia James hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Nov 04, 2024
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Elon Musk’s Approach to AI Could Make His Robotaxi a Long Shot
Tesla says it plans to roll out its fully autonomous robotaxis in the next few years… but how ready is it really for prime time? WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims says there are many reasons to think CEO Elon Musk’s approach to self-driving and artificial intelligence won’t work. Plus, how one WSJ editor is using an AI chatbot to outsource planning meals for his toddler. Julie Chang hosts. ...
12m Nov 04, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: OpenAI Adds Search Engine to ChatGPT
Plus, Visa continues to grow its artificial-intelligence use cases. And, Intel stock rallies nearly 8% despite the chip maker's record loss last quarter. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Nov 01, 2024
2m
Wearable Tech That Could Help You Sleep Better
New wearable gadgets that target the brain could help you fall asleep faster and improve the quality of your slumber. WSJ science bureau chief Jo Craven McGinty joins host Julie Chang to explain how the tech works. Plus, PayPal will start sharing customer data with third-party retailers. We'll tell you how that data could be used and what it means for PayPal users. Sign up for the WSJ's free...
11m Nov 01, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Apple iPhone Sales Rebound
Plus, Amazon records revenue and profit growth amid excitement over AI. And Intel posts a loss of more than $16 billion. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 31, 2024
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How Brain-Computer Interfaces Could Change Lives
With brain-computer interfaces, people with physical disabilities could one day control computers with just their thoughts, according to the co-founders of Precision Neuroscience. The company is developing an implant that could interpret and transmit electrical signals on the surface of the brain into actions on a screen. CEO Michael Mager and Chief Science Officer Benjamin Rapoport spoke with ...
12m Oct 31, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Microsoft Earnings Show Investment in AI Is Paying Off
Plus, Meta reports record revenue despite slower digital advertising growth. And Wall Street giants KKR and Energy Capital Partners agree to invest $50 billion in AI and power-generation projects. Danny Lewis hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 30, 2024
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X Algorithm Feeds Users Political Content Whether They Want It or Not
An exclusive Wall Street Journal analysis finds that new users to social-media platform X with interests in topics like cooking and crafts are blanketed with political content. WSJ reporters Alexa Corse and Jack Gillum speak with host Charlotte Gartenberg about their experiment. Plus, why Apple’s success in the artificial-intelligence race is riding on the iPhone 16. Sign up for the WSJ's fr...
13m Oct 30, 2024
13m
TNB Tech Minute: Elon Musk’s xAI Looks to Raise More Money
Plus, Google sees accelerating revenue growth thanks to its cloud business. And JPMorgan Chase sues people it says committed check fraud in viral TikTok trend. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 29, 2024
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Reddit’s Role in the Future of the Internet
Reddit co-founder and CEO Steve Huffman has said that Reddit is the most human place on the internet. At WSJ Tech Live, he spoke with WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern about the use of Reddit data to train artificial intelligence models and how he sees the platform's role in the future of the internet. We bring you highlights from their conversation. Plus, the digital revolution i...
12m Oct 29, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Indonesia Blocks iPhone 16 Sales
Plus, aerospace startup Beyond Aero raises $20 million in funding. And five of the so-called Magnificent Seven tech companies are set to report earnings this week. Charlotte Gartenberg hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 28, 2024
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U.S. AI Policy Is in a ‘Dangerous Place’ Says VC Martin Casado
Martin Casado, general partner at venture-capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, says concrete risks from the artificial intelligence boom haven't materialized. Casado spoke with WSJ global tech editor Jason Dean about the U.S. government’s stance on AI policy and the outlook for investing in the space at WSJ Tech Live. Plus, scientists and engineers are working to build more efficient electric moto...
13m Oct 28, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Musk and Putin Held Secret Conversations
Plus, federal investigators probe cryptocurrency firm Tether. And Boeing explores possible sale of its space business. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Oct 25, 2024
3m
Why Apple Intelligence Isn’t That Smart … Yet
Apple is releasing new generative-artificial intelligence features for iPhones with iOS 18.1. WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern tested out “Apple Intelligence" and spoke to the company’s SVP of software engineering, Craig Federighi, about how Apple approached these new AI features. Plus, tech companies are betting big on nuclear power to provide clean energy to fuel the AI boom. W...
13m Oct 25, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Google’s Investment in Anthropic Faces U.K. Probe
Plus, Irish regulators fine LinkedIn more than $300 million over its processing of users' personal data. And Intel wins its long-running fight to scrap a $1.14 billion EU antitrust fine. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3m Oct 24, 2024
3m
Cybersecurity Expert Chris Krebs Warns of Risks to U.S.
China is honing its cyberattack capabilities, according to Chris Krebs, the top cybersecurity official at the Department of Homeland Security during the Trump administration. Krebs is now an executive at cybersecurity firm SentinelOne. He spoke with WSJ reporter Rolfe Winkler at WSJ Tech Live about the threats he says are posed by China and also about possible cyber risks for the upcoming U.S. ...
13m Oct 24, 2024
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TNB Tech Minute: Tesla Posts Surprise Profit Jump in Third Quarter
Plus, Perplexity’s CEO proposes revenue-sharing deal with news publishers that have criticized the startup. And AT&T’s CEO says he doesn’t expect Apple Intelligence to lead to an iPhone sales boom. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 23, 2024
2m
How Waymo Pulled Ahead in the Robotaxi Race
Waymo, the self-driving car company which is owned by Google’s parent, Alphabet, is winning the hearts and minds of passengers in San Francisco. WSJ reporter Meghan Bobrowsky joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the company has expanded its ridership and the future of the robotaxi industry. Plus, the artificial intelligence boom isn’t benefiting all companies in the semiconductor sector equally...
12m Oct 23, 2024
12m
TNB Tech Minute: Netflix Drops Plans to Develop a High-End Videogame
Plus, Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang says businesses should become AI-powered organizations. And Dye & Durham says it's considering a sale as part of its ongoing strategic review process. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m Oct 22, 2024
2m
Is Generative AI All It’s Hyped Up to Be?
There is a lot of hype around generative artificial intelligence, but is the tech truly transformational? Arvind Narayanan, Princeton University professor, director of the Center for Information Technology Policy at the school and author of the book “AI Snake Oil” says it’s overhyped, while Box co-founder and CEO Aaron Levie advocates for the use of AI in a functional enterprise capacity. The t...
12m Oct 22, 2024
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