Google's recent I/O keynote focuses on AI, with Gemini mentioned over 120 times. Explore the privacy concerns surrounding Gemini's scam detection feature. Discover how Chrome's integration with Gemini Nano AI revolutionizes web browsing. Plus, learn about the latest updates for Android developers in Google Play. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/14/google-mentioned-ai-120-times-during-its-i-o-keynote/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24156663/google-wants-gemini-to-listen-in-on-your-calls https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24155382/google-gemini-ai-chrome-nano-io https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/14/google-play-preps-a-new-full-screen-app-discovery-feature-and-adds-more-developer-tools/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:37) Google mentioned 'AI' 120+ times during its I/O keynote (00:02:41) Google wants Gemini to listen in on your calls. (00:05:21) Google is building Gemini Nano AI right into Chrome (00:07:51) Google Play preps a new full-screen app discovery feature and adds more developer tools

OpenAI is set to debut a multimodal AI digital assistant that combines speech and object recognition. Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games takes an interesting turn. Plus, game stores refund Ghost of Tsushima pre-orders, and iFixit's Pro Tech Toolkit is on sale. Tune in to Simply Tech for the latest updates on AI technology, app store policies, gaming controversies, and device repairs. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154307/openai-multimodal-digital-assistant-chatgpt-phone-calls https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154397/only-38-of-65000-developers-have-applied-for-apples-outside-payment-links https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24154412/steam-refunding-ghost-of-tsushima-preorders-psn-network-unavailable https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/11/24153242/ifixit-pro-tech-toolkit-sharge-retro-67-charger-deal-sale Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) OpenAI could debut a multimodal AI digital assistant soon (00:03:43) Only 38 of 65,000 developers have applied for Apple’s outside payment links. (00:06:09) Game stores are refunding Ghost of Tsushima pre-orders in non-PSN countries (00:08:39) iFixit’s Pro Tech Toolkit is on sale for just $60

Scammers found planting online betting ads on Indian government websites. Apple plans to bring AI transcription to Voice Memos and Notes. EA is prototyping in-game ads for its next generation of games. Microsoft is launching its own mobile game store in July. Stay informed about these tech news stories and their potential impact on cybersecurity, productivity, gaming experience, and the mobile gaming market. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/10/scammers-found-planting-online-betting-ads-on-indian-government-websites/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/10/24153618/apple-ai-transcription-notes-voice-memos https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/10/24153809/ea-in-game-ads-redux https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/10/microsoft-is-launching-its-mobile-game-store-in-july/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) Scammers found planting online betting ads on Indian government websites (00:03:07) Apple might bring AI transcription to Voice Memos and Notes (00:05:42) EA is prototyping in-game ads even as we speak (00:08:45) Microsoft is launching its mobile game store in July

Did Stanford just prototype the future of AR glasses? Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to gobble up US Cellular. Plus, Microsoft's new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July. Also, AI chip startup DEEPX secures $80M Series C funding. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/9/24153092/stanford-ai-holographic-ar-glasses-3d-imaging-research https://www.theverge.com/business/2024/5/9/24153201/verizon-t-mobile-buy-us-cellular-spectrum https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/9/24153245/microsoft-xbox-mobile-gaming-store-july-launch https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/09/ai-chip-startup-deepx-secures-80-5m-series-c-at-a-529m-valuation/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:37) Did Stanford just prototype the future of AR glasses? (00:03:02) Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to gobble up US Cellular (00:06:26) Microsoft’s new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July (00:08:50) AI chip startup DEEPX secures $80M Series C at a $529M valuation

Google DeepMind's new AI model can model DNA, RNA, and 'all life's molecules'. OpenAI releases Model Spec to establish rules for AI models. Intel and motherboard makers disagree on stabilizing crashing i9 CPUs. Microsoft's closure of game studios raises questions about its future goals. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152088/google-deepmind-ai-model-predict-molecular-structure-alphafold https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152273/openai-model-spec-behavior-rules-guidelines-artificial-intelligence https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152383/intel-motherboard-manufacturer-i9-stability-bios-update-baseline-profile-default https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152137/xbox-hi-fi-rush-tango-gameworks-matt-booty Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Google DeepMind’s new AI can model DNA, RNA, and ‘all life’s molecules’ (00:04:19) OpenAI’s Model Spec outlines some basic rules for AI (00:06:34) Intel and motherboard makers disagree on how to stabilize your crashing i9 CPU (00:09:03) Microsoft says it needs games like Hi-Fi Rush the day after killing its studio

Samsung Medison acquires French AI ultrasound startup Sonio for $92.7M. OpenAI is developing a search engine for ChatGPT. Plus, the US is propping up gas while the world moves to renewable energy. Also, Germany's Insempra plans eco-friendly lipid production after $20M Series A funding. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/07/samsung-medison-to-aqcuire-french-ai-ultrasound-startup-sonio-for-92-7m/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/7/24151616/openai-is-entering-the-search-game https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/7/24151375/renewable-energy-global-electricity-report-us-gas https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/07/after-a-20m-series-a-funding-germanys-insempra-plans-eco-friendly-lipid-production/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) Samsung Medison to aqcuire French AI ultrasound startup Sonio for $92.7M (00:03:42) OpenAI is entering the search game. (00:06:52) The US is propping up gas while the world moves to renewable energy (00:09:36) After a $20M Series A funding, Germany's Insempra plans eco-friendly lipid production

Apple's Project ACDC aims to create AI chips for data centers, while Wayve raises $1 billion to revolutionize self-driving technology. Google's new cybersecurity product and the shifting San Francisco office real estate market are also discussed in this episode of Simply Tech. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/6/24150742/apples-project-acdc-is-building-ai-chips-for-data-centers https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/06/wayve-raises-1-billion-led-by-softbank-to-take-self-driving-to-cars-and-robots/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/6/24150610/google-gemini-cybersecurity-mandiant https://www.sfchronicle.com/realestate/article/s-f-downtown-towers-discounts-19442452.php Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) Apple’s ‘Project ACDC’ is creating AI chips for data centers. (00:03:29) Wayve raises $1 billion to take its Tesla-like technology for self-driving to many carmakers (00:06:44) Google’s AI plans now include cybersecurity (00:09:58) Access to this page has been denied

Randy Travis gets his voice back in a new Warner AI music experiment. The Mountain Valley Pipeline nears completion after years of delay and booming costs. Tesla plans to charge some Model Y owners to unlock more range. NASA is betting on a 36-pixel camera for groundbreaking space exploration. Stay tuned for these fascinating stories! Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/5/24149685/randy-travis-ai-voice-clone-song-where-that-came-from https://wvmetronews.com/2024/05/05/mountain-valley-pipeline-after-years-of-delay-and-booming-costs-is-at-the-verge-of-completion/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/5/24149447/tesla-model-y-software-locked-battery-capacity https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/05/say-hello-to-nasas-new-36-pixel-camera/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Randy Travis gets his voice back in a new Warner AI music experiment (00:03:15) Mountain Valley Pipeline, after years of delay and booming costs, is at the verge of completion (00:06:25) Tesla plans to charge some Model Y owners to unlock more range (00:08:46) Why NASA is betting on a 36-pixel camera

Google is shutting down developer access to Google Fit APIs. ChromeOS gets better multitasking and Wi-Fi traffic prioritization. Venture capitalist Dayna Grayson discusses software-driven transformations in industrial sectors. Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services. Stay informed about the latest tech news and developments with 'Simply' podcast. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/4/24149066/google-is-shutting-down-developer-access-to-google-fit-apis https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/4/24148786/google-chromeos-m124-update-chromebook-split-screen-qos-material-you https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/04/human-composting-and-timber-marketplaces-talking-industrial-vc-with-investor-dayna-grayson/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/3/24148368/google-ad-policy-deepfake-pornography-nudes Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:47) Google is shutting down developer access to Google Fit APIs. (00:04:02) ChromeOS gets better multitasking and Wi-Fi traffic prioritization (00:06:42) Human composting and timber marketplaces: talking “industrial” VC with investor Dayna Grayson (00:09:12) Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services

Microsoft takes time to refine updates for Copilot AI in Windows. Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services. Luminar cuts staff and outsources lidar production. Spotify leaks suggest lossless audio is almost ready. Stay updated on the latest developments in technology with these stories. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/3/24148473/windows-11-insider-copilot-preview-beta-dev-channel https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/3/24148368/google-ad-policy-deepfake-pornography-nudes https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/03/luminar-layoffs-reduction-restructuring-lidar/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/3/24147887/spotify-hifi-lossless-audio-music-streaming-ui-leak Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Microsoft needs some time to ‘refine’ updates for Copilot AI in Windows (00:02:52) Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services (00:06:01) Luminar cuts 20% of staff and outsources lidar production (00:08:37) Spotify leaks suggest lossless audio is almost ready

Spotify quietly puts lyrics behind a paywall, sparking frustration among users. The FCC asks for more money to help telecom providers replace Huawei and ZTE gear. Plus, Apple's upcoming iPad event and Microsoft's responsible AI transparency report. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/02/spotify-is-quietly-moves-lyrics-behind-a-paywall/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/2/24147499/fcc-huawei-zte-rip-and-replace-funding-isps https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/02/apple-ipad-event-what-to-expect/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/2/24147573/microsoft-ai-transparency-responsible-ignore-mario Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) Exclusive: Spotify is quietly moves lyrics behind a paywall (00:02:50) FCC asks for more money to help telecom providers replace Huawei and ZTE gear (00:05:36) Apple iPad event: What to expect (00:08:53) Microsoft says it did a lot for responsible AI in inaugural transparency report

TikTok secures content licensing agreement with Universal Music Group, allowing users to create music clips using UMG's catalog. Snapchat launches editing feature and other exciting updates. Plus, Haun Ventures invests in Agora for DAO governance, and Asus faces scrutiny over faulty SD card readers in ROG Ally. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/02/tiktok-gets-tay-and-billie-back-with-new-umg-content-licensing-deal/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/1/24146618/snapchat-message-edit-plus-feature-map-reactions-ai-reminders-bitmoji-fashion https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/01/haun-ventures-investments-accelarating-agora/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/1/24146755/asus-rog-ally-sd-card-reader Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) TikTok gets Tay and Billie back with new UMG content licensing deal (00:04:02) Snapchat will soon let you edit your messages after sending (00:06:26) The firm invested $5 million in Agora, a front-end solution for Dao governance, this week (00:08:43) Asus won’t say if the ROG Ally’s SD card reader will ever be truly fixed

WhatsApp's iOS beta gets a new 'Recently Online' section in contacts. Find out about Tesla's plans for its Superchargers. AMD's MI300 AI chip becomes its fastest-selling product ever. Get the latest leak on the Google Pixel 8A, including its starting price and exciting features. Stay updated on the latest tech news with Simply Tech. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145887/whatsapps-ios-beta-gets-a-new-recently-online-section-in-contacts https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145853/so-whats-next-for-teslas-superchargers https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145856/with-1b-in-sales-amds-mi300-ai-chip-is-its-fastest-selling-product-ever https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145318/google-pixel-8a-price-leak-battery-details Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) WhatsApp’s iOS beta gets a new “Recently Online” section in contacts. (00:02:49) So what’s next for Tesla’s Superchargers? (00:05:10) With $1B in sales, AMD’s MI300 AI chip is its fastest selling product ever. (00:07:52) Pixel 8A leak reveals $499 starting price

Discover the groundbreaking Google Gemini, a suite of generative AI models, apps, and services. Learn about Carbonfact's industry-specific carbon management platform for the fashion industry. Explore Andrena Ventures' unique approach to supporting second-generation startups. Stay updated on NIST GenAI's program to assess generative AI technologies. Join 'Simply Tech' as we delve into the future of AI, sustainability in fashion, startup investments, and the fight against AI-generated misinformation. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/29/what-is-google-gemini-ai/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/29/carbonfact-is-a-carbon-management-platform-designed-specifically-for-the-fashion-industry/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/29/andrena-ventures-solo-gp/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/29/nist-launches-a-new-platform-to-assess-generative-ai/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Google Gemini: Everything you need to know about the new generative AI platform (00:03:19) Carbonfact is a carbon management platform designed specifically for the fashion industry (00:06:12) Solo GP fund Andrena Ventures hopes to carry startup talent onto its next challenges (00:09:47) NIST launches a new platform to assess generative AI

Kubik, an Ethiopian plastic upcycling startup, secures fresh funding and plans to license out its technology. Eken Group addresses security vulnerabilities in its video doorbells. Plus, Google introduces simultaneous Android app downloads on the Play Store. Also, OpenAI faces another privacy complaint in the EU regarding ChatGPT's 'hallucination' problem. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/28/kubik-seed-extension/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141844/eken-firmware-update-consumer-reports-video-doorbell-security-vulnerability https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/28/24143767/google-is-rolling-out-simultaneous-android-app-downloads-on-the-play-store https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/28/chatgpt-gdpr-complaint-noyb/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Ethiopian plastic upcycling startup Kubik gets fresh funding, plans to license out its tech (00:03:37) Eken fixes “terrible” video doorbell issue that could let someone spy on you (00:07:03) Google is rolling out simultaneous Android app downloads on the Play Store. (00:09:37) ChatGPT's 'hallucination' problem hit with another privacy complaint in EU

Exciting news for gamers as Nvidia greenlights small form factor GPUs for gaming PCs. Instagram is reportedly working on a chatbot creator feature. Plus, the FTC accuses Amazon executives of destroying potential evidence. DJI faces potential ban in the US. Stay updated on the latest tech developments with 'Simply Tech'. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141884/nvidia-will-greenlight-gpus-for-tiny-sff-gaming-pcs https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/27/24142899/what-will-instagrams-chatbot-creator-look-like https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141801/ftc-amazon-antitrust-signal-ephemeral-messaging-evidence https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141369/dji-ban-china-countering-ccp-drones-act Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Nvidia will greenlight GPUs for tiny SFF gaming PCs. (00:02:47) What will Instagram’s chatbot creator look like? (00:04:57) FTC says Amazon executives destroyed potential evidence by using apps like Signal (00:07:39) DJI might get banned next in the US

Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts! Nvidia greenlights small form factor (SFF) GPUs for gaming PCs. Eken Group fixes security vulnerabilities in video doorbells. Plus, Rubrik's IPO success and Google's $2 trillion market cap. Sources: https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141884/nvidia-will-greenlight-gpus-for-tiny-sff-gaming-pcs https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141844/eken-firmware-update-consumer-reports-video-doorbell-security-vulnerability https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/26/rubrik-ipo-paid-off-greylock-vc-asheem-chandna/ https://www.theverge.com/24140489/google-alphabet-q1-2024-earnings-revenue Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Nvidia will greenlight GPUs for tiny SFF gaming PCs. (00:02:49) Eken fixes “terrible” video doorbell issue that could let someone spy on you (00:05:29) How Rubrik’s IPO paid off big for Greylock VC Asheem Chandna (00:08:52) Google is officially a $2 trillion company

Edonia grabs €2M to turn microalgae into a less bitter-tasting ground meat alternative. Xaira, an AI drug discovery startup, launches with a massive $1B funding. Swiggy, the Indian food delivery giant, seeks $1.25 billion in an IPO. Radical thinks the time has come for solar-powered, high-altitude autonomous aircraft. Join us as we explore these innovative stories and their potential impact on the future of food, medicine, commerce, and technology. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/edonia-2m-microalgae-ground-meat-alternative/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/xaira-an-ai-drug-discovery-startup-launches-with-a-massive-1b-says-its-ready-to-start-developing-drugs/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/india-swiggy-secures-shareholder-approval-for-1-2-billion-ipo/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/radical-thinks-the-time-has-come-for-solar-powered-high-altitude-autonomous-aircraft/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:48) Edonia grabs €2M to turn microalgae into less bitter-tasting ground meat alternative (00:03:01) Xaira, an AI drug discovery startup, launches with a massive $1B, says it's 'ready' to start developing drugs (00:06:15) Swiggy, the Indian food delivery giant, seeks $1.25 billion in IPO after receiving shareholder approval (00:10:05) Radical thinks the time has come for solar-powered, high-altitude autonomous aircraft

A popular phone-tracking app, iSharing, has serious security bugs that exposed users' precise locations. Qualcomm is set to disrupt the laptop processor market with its Snapdragon X Plus and Elite chips. Tesla announces a major shift in its product roadmap to focus on more affordable models. Diddo's shoppable TV API brings a new way to shop while streaming. Stay informed about these tech developments and their implications for privacy, performance, and the future of electric vehicles and entertainment. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/security-flaws-isharing-tracking-app-exposed-millions-precise-locations/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/24/24138768/qualcomm-snapdragon-x-plus-elite-processors https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/23/teslas-new-growth-plan-is-centered-around-mysterious-cheaper-models/ https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/24/diddos-new-funding-will-bring-its-shoppable-tv-api-to-streaming-platforms/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Security bugs in a popular phone-tracking app exposed users' precise locations (00:03:44) Laptops with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Plus and Elite processors are coming (00:07:23) Tesla's new growth plan is centered around mysterious cheaper models (00:10:32) Diddo’s new funding will bring its shoppable TV API to streaming platforms

Rivian targets gas-powered Ford and Toyota trucks and SUVs with a $5,000 discount. Microsoft hires former Meta exec to bolster its AI supercomputing team. Plus, an Xbox VR headset collaboration with Meta and the launch of Microsoft's smallest AI model yet. Sources: https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/rivian-targets-gas-powered-ford-and-toyota-trucks-and-suvs-with-5000-electric-upgrade-discount/ https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/22/24137391/microsoft-hires-meta-ai-supercomputing-jason-taylor https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/22/24137334/xbox-vr-headset-microsoft-meta-quest-limited-edition https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/23/24137534/microsoft-phi-3-launch-small-ai-language-model Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Rivian targets gas-powered Ford and Toyota trucks and SUVs with $5,000 'electric upgrade' discount (00:03:27) Microsoft hires former Meta exec to bolster AI supercomputing team (00:05:29) An Xbox VR headset is on the way, but it’s a “limited edition” Meta Quest (00:08:20) Microsoft launches Phi-3, its smallest AI model yet