Apple AirPods Show Possible Future for Hearing-Aid Tech
The FDA says only one-fifth of Americans who would benefit from a hearing aid actually use one. But a recent study found Apple's latest AirPods Pro could be an alternative for some people with mild to moderate hearing loss. WSJ medical science reporter Dominique Mosbergen joins host Zoe Thomas to explain the study and its limits, and what it could mean for the future of hearing-aid tech and App...
12m Nov 22, 2022
12m
Meta Workers Hijacked User Accounts and Charged Bribes, Report Says
Meta disciplined or fired more than two dozen workers that it found allegedly misused an internal system to hijack users’ accounts. In some cases, Meta says the workers charged users bribes to regain access to their profiles, according to people familiar with the matter and internal documents. WSJ reporter Kirsten Grind joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how it happened. Learn more about your ad...
15m Nov 21, 2022
15m
FTX’s Workers Are Angry and Financially Ruined
The collapse of FTX was a massive blow for its customers and the wider crypto industry. It was also damaging for the exchange’s employees, many of whom believed in the company and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried. WSJ reporter Alexander Osipovich joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss what happens to those workers now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Nov 18, 2022
14m
Russian Tech Workers’ Latest Exodus Hits Local IT Sector
After Moscow stepped up its military mobilization to support its war in Ukraine, more of the country’s tech workers began to leave. That is making an already difficult economic situation worse for Russian startups and tech firms. WSJ reporter Yuliya Chernova joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the impact of the brain drain and what comes next for the workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
13m Nov 17, 2022
13m
To Prepare for Weather Extremes, U.N. Looks to Collect More Data
Scientists say climate change is leading to more extreme weather patterns, but many nations lack systems to provide early warnings of possible weather disasters. A United Nations effort is pushing to improve the data collection that is key to these systems. WSJ science and climate reporter Eric Niiler joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Nov 16, 2022
13m
FTX Collapse Sets Back Crypto’s Hopes for Light Regulatory Touch
The collapse of FTX has dashed the crypto industry’s hopes for pushing its agenda in Washington. At the same time, financial regulators are expected to increase their oversight and investigations into crypto players. So what does the future of regulation for crypto look like? WSJ reporter Paul Kiernan joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Nov 15, 2022
14m
For Tech Workers, Pink Slips and Anxiety Replace Perks and Parties
As more big tech firms announce layoffs, the mood among tech workers is growing grim. The industry once set the standard for perks and high pay, but that is changing as the economy cools. WSJ reporter Chip Cutter joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the feeling among tech workers right now and the future of employment in the sector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Nov 14, 2022
13m
The Downfall of FTX: Could It Signal a Long Crypto Winter?
Crypto exchange FTX and its founder Sam Bankman-Fried were some of the crypto industry’s brightest stars. But that changed this week when FTX faced a liquidity crisis and froze customer withdrawals. Now regulators and investors are raising questions about financial practices at FTX and a sister firm, Alameda Research. WSJ crypto reporter Vicky Ge Huang joins host Zoe Thomas to explain what happ...
15m Nov 11, 2022
15m
We Tried Out Mastodon, an Alternative to Twitter. Should You?
More than half a million users have signed up for the microblogging site Mastodon since Twitter was purchased by Elon Musk. But what is it like to use the site? And could it be a real alternative to Twitter? WSJ Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how to sign up for and use Mastodon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Nov 10, 2022
13m
A Texting Scam Called ‘Pig Butchering’ Is Costing Victims Millions
Scammers are using friendship, fake cryptocurrencies and text messages to con millions of dollars out of unsuspecting victims. An increasingly common scam known as “Pig Butchering” is targeting professionals. WSJ cybersecurity reporter Robert McMillan joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how it works and how to avoid it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Nov 09, 2022
14m
Why Tesla’s China Ties Could Be a Problem for Twitter
Elon Musk’s new ownership of Twitter could be affected by the ties one of his other companies, Tesla, has to China. The electric-vehicle company sources materials and builds and sells its cars there. But Beijing is often sensitive about what is said about it on social media. Could this affect Mr. Musk’s plans for content moderation on Twitter? WSJ Heard on the Street Europe Editor Stephen Wilmo...
13m Nov 08, 2022
13m
Chip Glut Ripples Through Industry
After two years of a chip shortage, we are now finding ourselves in a chip glut. What does a deepening oversupply of semiconductors mean for the industry? WSJ semiconductors reporter Asa Fitch joins host Julie Chang to explain what led to this point and how the industry is looking ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Nov 07, 2022
13m
Tech Live: Microsoft Talks Activision Blizzard Deal, Mobile Gaming
Microsoft has been expanding where and how its customers engage with its game offerings, looking to acquire video game company Activision Blizzard as part of that plan. Microsoft’s gaming chief Phil Spencer spoke with WSJ reporter Sarah Needleman about the deal and more at The Wall Street Journal’s Tech Live conference last week. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
14m Nov 04, 2022
14m
Europe Pushes Cybersecurity Rules For Aviation Industry
Europe has expanded its cybersecurity rules around airline flight safety. And for the first time, the requirements cover a range of companies in the aviation supply chain. WSJ Pro Cybersecurity reporter Catherine Stupp joins host Julie Chang to discuss the new rules and how companies are responding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12m Nov 03, 2022
12m
YouTube Selling Other Companies’ Streaming Services
With streaming service fatigue on the rise, YouTube is becoming a one-stop-shop selling the streaming services of other companies, like Paramount+ and Showtime. The Google subsidiary launched the marketplace amid a slowdown in advertising. Reporter Miles Kruppa joins host Julie Chang to discuss the new feature and how it might shape the streaming landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
12m Nov 02, 2022
12m
Self-Driving Truck Firm TuSimple Face Probes Over China Ties
U.S. government regulators are investigating whether self-driving trucking company, TuSimple, defrauded investors by sharing its technology with a Chinese startup , according to people familiar with the matter. And the company has fired its CEO as part of its own investigation. WSJ tech reporter Heather Somerville joins Zoe Thomas to discuss the investigations and what it says about the global...
12m Nov 01, 2022
12m
Microsoft Struggles to Succeed in the Metaverse With HoloLens
Microsoft debuted its HoloLens augmented-reality headset seven years ago. But despite that head start,it has struggled to succeed in the market for the metaverse . WSJ tech reporter Aaron Tilley joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why, and what it can teach other companies making a play for the new digital realm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Oct 31, 2022
13m
Special Live Episode: Self-Driving Tech Falls Behind on Its Promises
Self-driving cars have advanced quite a bit, but the technology isn't making it onto roads as fast as some executives and investors had predicted. WSJ reporter Tim Higgins joins host Zoe Thomas for a special episode at the WSJ’s Tech Live conference, recorded in front of a live audience. Plus, Elon Musk completes his acquisition of Twitter, immediately fires several top executives. And Sequoia ...
16m Oct 28, 2022
16m
Tech Live: Inside Apple’s Thinking on Privacy, Charging Ports
Apple is at the center of two big shifts in tech: privacy rules that have shaken the digital ad market and Europe’s move toward a common charging standard for devices. At the WSJ’s Tech Live conference this week, Apple executives Craig Federighi and Greg Joswiak spoke with WSJ Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern about those hot-button topics. Plus, Larissa May, founder of HalfTheStory, ...
15m Oct 27, 2022
15m
Tech Live: Lyft Co-Founder on Stock-Price Tumble, Autonomous Cars
Ride-hailing is facing a lot of challenges: Fares are up, drivers are in short supply, and the prospect of a recession looms. Lyft co-founder and President John Zimmer says that is why his company is sticking with its core business. He spoke with WSJ Business Editor Jamie Heller at the WSJ’s Tech Live conference this week. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
12m Oct 26, 2022
12m
Tech Live: Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger on Chips Act, Geopolitics
Global semiconductor companies are grappling with economic turmoil and steep global competition. Can the federal Chips Act and a push for domestic production in the U.S. help? Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger speaks with WSJ editor Thorold Barker at The Wall Street Journal’s Tech Live conference. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Oct 25, 2022
13m
Tech Live 2022: WSJ’s Big Tech Event Is Back in Person
The Wall Street Journal’s annual technology conference, Tech Live, kicks off Monday at 11:30 a.m. Pacific. For three days, top tech executives and other movers and shakers in the industry will sit down with members of the Journal team to discuss all things tech, the big news of the moment and more. WSJ Live Journalism News Editor Sara Castellanos joins host Julie Chang for a preview. For more i...
12m Oct 24, 2022
12m
How AI Art Will Change What We See Online
Artificial intelligence has made it nearly effortless to create digital art. WSJ senior personal tech columnist Joanna Stern tried out two AI art programs, OpenAI’s Dall-E 2 and Stability AI’s DreamStudio, and she joins host Julie Chang to explain how they work and their potential downsides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Oct 21, 2022
13m
Netflix’s New Strategies to Lure and Keep Subscribers
After months of losing ground to competitors, Netflix looks to be turning things around. The streaming giant has set its sights on expanding its base of subscribers and earning more revenue from the ones it has. WSJ reporter Sarah Krouse joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss Netflix’s strategy and what comes next as it works to maintain its position in the streaming wars. Learn more about your ad c...
14m Oct 20, 2022
14m
What Gas, the Hot New App With Teens, Says About Social Media’s Future
Gas has become one of the hottest social-media apps by encouraging teens to say positive things to each other. But will its popularity last? And how can it turn its demand with teens into a profitable business? WSJ personal-tech reporter Ann-Marie Alcántara joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why Gas has caught on and what happened to a similar app its founders created years ago. Learn more about...
14m Oct 19, 2022
14m
Lyft Battles Newsom Over Taxes to Fund EVs
A ballot measure in California for a new tax that would fund green transportation and wildfire prevention is pitting the state’s environmentally conscious governor against ride-hailing company Lyft. But their positions on the matter may surprise you. WSJ tech reporter Preetika Rana joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss Proposition 30, the strange bedfellows it is leading to, and the measure’s chance...
14m Oct 18, 2022
14m
Meta’s Flagship Metaverse Is Glitchy and Mostly Empty
Nearly a year after CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the rebranding of Facebook as Meta and a shift in strategy to focus on the metaverse, internal documents show the company falling short of its goals. WSJ tech reporter Meghan Bobrowsky joins host Julie Chang with the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Oct 17, 2022
11m
Introducing Bad Bets Season 2: The Unraveling of Trevor Milton
Bad Bets is WSJ’s podcast series that unravels big-business dramas that have had a big impact on our world. In season two, we delve into the story of Nikola founder Trevor Milton, who promised a future of zero-emission trucks that could revolutionize the industry. At its peak, Nikola’s publicly traded stock was worth more than Ford Motor Co.—until a ragtag group of whistleblowers and short sell...
39m Oct 15, 2022
39m
TikTok Parent ByteDance Redoubles Music Streaming Efforts
ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, wants to expand its music-streaming service after seeing the success of songs on the social-media platform. The Chinese tech company is in talks with music labels as it sets its sights on more than a dozen new markets. WSJ deputy media editor Jessica Toonkel joins host Julie Chang to discuss what the company has in mind and how it could shake up music streami...
10m Oct 14, 2022
10m
As Hacks Rise, Cyber Defenders Burn Out
With hacking on the rise world-wide, cybersecurity professionals are juggling bigger caseloads and experiencing high levels of burnout. WSJ Pro Cybersecurity reporter James Rundle joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the industry is dealing with overwork and why the supply of professionals isn’t keeping up with demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Oct 13, 2022
11m
Chip Demand Is Slowing. Where Does the Semiconductor Sector Go Next?
After years of surging demand for memory chips to power personal computers, smartphones and gaming devices, shipments are starting to slow. Semiconductor makers say it could affect the production of other chips. WSJ semiconductors reporter Asa Fitch joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss what the decline means for the industry’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Oct 12, 2022
13m
Streaming Takes a Page From Cable TV: the Bundle
After years of cutting the cable-TV cord, streaming customers are increasingly being offered something familiar: a bundle of programming. WSJ deputy media editor Jessica Toonkel joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why streaming services are returning to bundles, what they offer to customers and why the “Great Rebundling” is different from your last cable-TV package. Learn more about your ad choic...
11m Oct 11, 2022
11m
Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Deal Comes a Step Closer
The U.S. took a big step toward reaching a data privacy deal with the European Union last week, with President Biden signing an executive order that would give Europeans more power over their data stored in the U.S. WSJ European tech reporter Sam Schechner joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why the move was crucial to the future of a trans-Atlantic data deal and what it could mean for big tech co...
12m Oct 10, 2022
12m
How Nobel-Winning Physicists’ Experiments Led to Quantum Computing
This year’s Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to three scientists for their work in quantum computing . WSJ science reporter Eric Niiler joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss their work and what it means for the future of superfast computers and encrypted communications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Oct 07, 2022
10m
Iranian Protesters Struggle to Evade Internet Block Despite West’s Aid
After Tehran restricted internet access to curb widespread protests, the Biden administration and Elon Musk’s SpaceX both said they would help protestors stay online. But that promise has been hard to execute on , leaving demonstrators struggling to keep their messages private from the government while getting the word out to the rest of the world. Middle East correspondent David S. Cloud joins...
14m Oct 06, 2022
14m
Musk Deal to Buy Twitter May Be Back On
In the latest surprise twist in the Elon Musk-Twitter saga, the billionaire has offered to close his deal to acquire the social-media company on the original terms, potentially averting a high-stakes trial. WSJ senior reporter Cara Lombardo joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the reversal and what it could mean for Twitter’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m Oct 05, 2022
11m
Deal to Secure TikTok User Data Poses Liability for Biden
The Biden administration is close to reaching an agreement with TikTok aimed at preventing U.S. users’ data from being shared with the Chinese government . WSJ reporter John McKinnon joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the prospects of Republicans taking control of Congress are putting pressure on the administration to get the long-anticipated deal done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
13m Oct 04, 2022
13m
Companies Rethink Cloud Strategies Amid Higher-Than-Expected Costs
Countless companies have migrated their data storage and computing needs to the cloud in recent years, in part to save money. But now many tech leaders say the investments have yet to pay off. WSJ CIO Journal reporter Isabelle Bousquette joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how cloud-computing costs got so high and how companies are changing their strategies in response.  Learn more about your ad ...
13m Oct 03, 2022
13m
Why Is TikTok Still Showing Eating-Disorder Videos to Users?
After a Wall Street Journal investigation found TikTok was showing some young users a stream of harmful content on eating disorders and self-harm, the company said it took steps to block and remove those kinds of videos from its platform. But months later, they are still cropping up in users’ feeds. WSJ Family & Tech columnist Julie Jargon joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how harmful content k...
13m Sep 30, 2022
13m
Why Ether’s Value Is Tumbling After the ‘Merge’
 The cryptocurrency ether saw its value climb ahead of the highly anticipated software upgrade known as “the merge.” But even though the changeover went smoothly, ether’s price has fallen since then. And that might not be the only challenge for Ethereum, the network behind ether. WSJ crypto reporter Paul Vigna joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
12m Sep 29, 2022
12m
NASA Smashed a Spacecraft Into an Asteroid. Now What?
A NASA mission that purposely crashed a satellite into an asteroid this week was the first test of planetary defense technology. Now scientists are working to figure out how successful it really was. WSJ science reporter Aylin Woodward joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the mission and what comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Sep 28, 2022
13m
Does ‘Bossware’ Boost Worker Productivity? It’s Far From Clear
More companies are turning to surveillance software to monitor white-collar workers. But this tech doesn’t always create the productivity boost that managers hope to see. WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how monitoring software works and why it can fall short of its promises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Sep 27, 2022
13m
Hackers Working With Russia to Coordinate Cyberattacks, Google Says
The Russian military may be coordinating with hackers and online activists in cyberattacks, according to a new report from Google researchers. WSJ cybersecurity reporter Robert McMillan joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the coordination is said to work, and why it is raising so much concern in the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Sep 26, 2022
13m
VPNs Can Be A Great Way To Protect Your Data… Sometimes.
Virtual Private Networks or VPNs, can keep your data from being collected by third-parties. But now all VPNs are equal. And sometimes they aren’t needed or can cause problems. WSJ personal tech reporter Dalvin Brown joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how VPNs work and the best times to use them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13m Sep 23, 2022
13m
Robots Are Taking Over Chinese Factories
Chinese factories are installing robots almost as fast as the rest of the world combined. But China is still playing catchup to other industrial economies when it comes to automation. WSJ Asia economics reporter Jason Douglas joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss why China is pivoting now and what the shift could mean for the global economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
13m Sep 22, 2022
13m
Spotify’s Audiobook Offering Pits It Against Amazon and Apple
Streaming giant Spotify has entered the audiobook market with a new platform. But growing in this space won’t be the same as disrupting music listening or gaining a foothold in podcasting. WSJ music reporter Anne Steele joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the pitfalls Spotify could face and the battles it is taking on by getting into audiobooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
14m Sep 21, 2022
14m
Chinese Funding Pours Into Silicon Valley Despite Tensions With U.S.
Tensions are rising between Washington and Beijing, but Chinese investment into Silicon Valley venture-capital funds is still flowing. Some U.S. officials are worried that Chinese investors could pass information back to their government. WSJ reporter Heather Somerville joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss a new report shedding light on the scope of the investments. Learn more about your ad choice...
13m Sep 20, 2022
13m
Cybersecurity Officials on Edge Amid Trial of Former Uber Executive
The trial of Uber's former head of security is being closely watched by cybersecurity professionals, who worry it could set a precedent for who is liable when a company is hacked. WSJ cybersecurity reporter Robert McMillan joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the ins and outs of the trial and its wider ramifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14m Sep 19, 2022
14m
Apple’s New iPhones and iOS 16: What to Expect
The new operating system for Apple’s iPhones, iOS 16, includes a makeover for the home screen and new messaging functions. But some updates are features that other smartphones have had for a while. Wall Street Journal Senior Personal Tech Columnist Joanna Stern joins host Zoe Thomas to break down the changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15m Sep 16, 2022
15m
Nikola Founder Trevor Milton Faces Jury Over Electric-Truck Claims
Trevor Milton, the founder of electric-truck company Nikola, is facing fraud charges in a New York court. Prosecutors allege he lied to investors about the company’s technology, but his lawyers call it a case of a founder voicing their hopes for the company. But the trial could have ramifications beyond Nikola and its founder. WSJ reporter Ben Foldy joins host Zoe Thomas to lay out the issues a...
16m Sep 15, 2022
16m