We share insights on selecting a VPN and the results of Allison Sheridan’s work on narrowing down the top VPN services. Microsoft reveals its refocusing away from development its current iteration of a game streaming device for TVs with a new approach. And is Telegram setting up a paid version of its current service?
They Get Older Because They Age - GDI 4285 starts at 33:10
Beverage talk takes over. How excited are you for Stranger Things? Can your favorite sh...
2022-05-27 21:57:25 +0000 UTC
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We share insights on selecting a VPN and the results of Allison Sheridan’s work on narrowing down the top VPN services. Microsoft reveals its refocusing away from development its current iteration of a game streaming device for TVs with a new approach. And is Telegram setting up a paid version of its current service?
They Get Older Because They Age - GDI 4285 starts at 33:11
Beverage talk takes over. How excited are you for Stranger Things? Can your favorite sh...
2022-05-27 21:28:54 +0000 UTC
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Sony detailed investors on the future of its Game & Network Services Segment including the future of PS5 and moving beyond the console. Plus the latest in the air taxi developments and ProtonMail’s new unified service offering.
I'm In Love With The Heat Pump - GDI 4284 starts at 30:52
Do you have a Vert? Rap music talk takes over. Should a rap song lyrics be used as evidence? Tom wants to give a shout out to his heat pump. Do you know of a dog friendly thea...
2022-05-26 21:48:52 +0000 UTC
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Sony detailed investors on the future of its Game & Network Services Segment including the future of PS5 and moving beyond the console. Plus the latest in the air taxi developments and ProtonMail’s new unified service offering.
I'm In Love With The Heat Pump - GDI 4284 starts at 30:52
Do you have a Vert? Rap music talk takes over. Should a rap song lyrics be used as evidence? Tom wants to give a shout out to his heat pump. Do you know of a dog friendly thea...
2022-05-26 21:20:30 +0000 UTC
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Tom takes on CelticWulf's question about varying audio lvesl across multiple podcasts.
2022-05-26 17:57:06 +0000 UTC
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A researcher discovers DuckDuckGo’s mobile browser does not block advertising requests from Microsoft scripts on non-Microsoft properties. Seth Green's new show launch is thrown into disarray when a NFT that stars in it was swindle from him in a phishing scheme. And Dyson makes a recruiting ad that shows glimpses of robots doing household chores.
Tote Bags Are Not For Raw Celery - GDI 4283 starts at 32:02
Do you enjoy trivia games? The group discusses tote bags...
2022-05-25 21:53:39 +0000 UTC
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A researcher discovers DuckDuckGo’s mobile browser does not block advertising requests from Microsoft scripts on non-Microsoft properties. Seth Green's new show launch is thrown into disarray when a NFT that stars in it was swindle from him in a phishing scheme. And Dyson makes a recruiting ad that shows glimpses of robots doing household chores.
Tote Bags Are Not For Raw Celery - GDI 4283 starts at 32:02
Do you enjoy trivia games? The group discusses tote bags...
2022-05-25 21:28:10 +0000 UTC
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Again, relay attacks aren’t new, and manus have set up mitigation techniques to protect against these attacks, but NCC Group built upon this by attacking on a different layer of the protocol. Instead of focusing on the Generic Attribute Profile layer, they went to the link layer, which is the lowest level of the Bluetooth stack and is used for storage of the encrypted credentials.
I love car hacks. They are so fun and play off of one of my favorite hacking techniques - RF or radio fre...
2022-05-25 13:33:07 +0000 UTC
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Cybersecurity jobs are in demand right now. So why are companies demanding a level of experience few have leading to almost 400,000 cybersecurity job openings in the US alone? Microsoft brings support for Arm processor based AI to Windows as well as an Arm version of Visual Studio and an Arm based mini-PC. Plus we examine the state of NFTs after the crash in value of crypto currencies recently.
Supernatural is Super Corny - GDI 4282 at 31:28
David has a tech trivi...
2022-05-24 21:51:33 +0000 UTC
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Cybersecurity jobs are in demand right now. So why are companies demanding a level of experience few have leading to almost 400,000 cybersecurity job openings in the US alone? Microsoft brings support for Arm processor based AI to Windows as well as an Arm version of Visual Studio and an Arm based mini-PC. Plus we examine the state of NFTs after the crash in value of crypto currencies recently.
Supernatural is Super Corny - GDI 4282 at 31:24
David has a tech triv...
2022-05-24 21:27:37 +0000 UTC
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Is the human race on the edge of extinction? And is technology the reason why humanity’s future existence is so hazy right now?
Cheating Death Has Gone to His Head - GDI 4281 starts at 29:11
The existential conversation continues. Erin thinks there is hope for us. Let stay in the 10 to 90. The discussion turns to life extension. Have you watched the TV show Upload? Do you stay friends with coworkers who left the company? Roger got a VCR type device from a fan of...
2022-05-23 21:47:53 +0000 UTC
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Is the human race on the edge of extinction? And is technology the reason why humanity’s future existence is so hazy right now?
Cheating Death Has Gone to His Head - GDI 4281 starts at 29:12
The existential conversation continues. Erin thinks there is hope for us. Let stay in the 10 to 90. The discussion turns to life extension. Have you watched the TV show Upload? Do you stay friends with coworkers who left the company? Roger got a VCR type device from a fan o...
2022-05-23 21:29:46 +0000 UTC
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We show you how to score a hard-to-find Raspberry Pi for that project you’ve been planning. Plus Qualcomm is changing fabs from Samsung to TSMC with the Snapdragon 8+ the first result and we explain why LG’s latest CineBeam short-throw projector just might be the bee’s knees.
Pea Norton - GDI 4280 starts at 32:06
Have you seen all the Evil Dead movies? Patrick was born without a hat. Did everyone forget hat day? Have you seen Bozzo dubbed over? So many “I...
2022-05-20 21:52:26 +0000 UTC
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We show you how to score a hard-to-find Raspberry Pi for that project you’ve been planning. Plus Qualcomm is changing fabs from Samsung to TSMC with the Snapdragon 8+ the first result and we explain why LG’s latest CineBeam short-throw projector just might be the bee’s knees.
Pea Norton - GDI 4280 starts at 32:06
Have you seen all the Evil Dead movies? Patrick was born without a hat. Did everyone forget hat day? Have you seen Bozzo dubbed over? So many ...
2022-05-20 21:29:31 +0000 UTC
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TikTok has plans to get into gaming by conducting tests in Vietnam, a company has released a new API to make reading any piece of text faster, and we get into the details of a new Senate bill called “The Competition and Transparency in Digital Advertising Act”.
Chip 'n Dale Meet Roger Rabbit - GDI 4279 starts at 35:22
Justin has a new podcast called Were Not Wrong with Jen Briney and Andrew Heaton. Is Tom a point guard? It's a prequel not a spoiler. Have you ...
2022-05-19 21:49:38 +0000 UTC
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TikTok has plans to get into gaming by conducting tests in Vietnam, a company has released a new API to make reading any piece of text faster, and we get into the details of a new Senate bill called “The Competition and Transparency in Digital Advertising Act”.
Chip 'n Dale Meet Roger Rabbit - GDI 4279 starts at 35:23
Justin has a new podcast called Were Not Wrong with Jen Briney and Andrew Heaton. Is Tom a point guard? It's a prequel not a spoiler. Have you ...
2022-05-19 21:25:29 +0000 UTC
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Tom explores the Fast Identity Online Alliance and how passwords may one day be a thing of the past. Updated 19 May 2022.
Featuring Tom Merritt.
Episode transcript:
Passwords are awful.
Passwords are too often weak.
Passwords are necessary to protect your data.
Wow. What a horrible situation.
If only someone had a fix?
Let's help you know a little more about the FIDO Alliance
FIDO stands for Fast Identity Online. Yes it should be FIO. No, ...
2022-05-19 13:26:10 +0000 UTC
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MIT researchers develop a way to desalinate seawater into potable water without expensive pumps or filtration systems. We take a look at Acer’s latest OLED offerings. And we explain the stable crash coin and the impact it has on other cryptocurrencies.
No One Touch Me, I Have The Vapors - GDI 4278 starts at 31:32
Tom gives an extended explanation of the crypto discussion. Can we finally get a graphics card for retail anytime soon? Roger is the problem with rent...
2022-05-18 21:51:01 +0000 UTC
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MIT researchers develop a way to desalinate seawater into potable water without expensive pumps or filtration systems. We take a look at Acer’s latest OLED offerings. And we explain the stable crash coin and the impact it has on other cryptocurrencies.
No One Touch Me, I Have The Vapors - GDI 4278 starts at 31:33
Tom gives an extended explanation of the crypto discussion. Can we finally get a graphics card for retail anytime soon? Roger is the problem with rent...
2022-05-18 21:39:25 +0000 UTC
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With E3 2022 canceled, what will take its place and what announcements can we expect from game devs this summer? Apple announced a number of new accessibility features for iPhone, Apple Watch and Mac laptops. And Ming-chi Kuo says Apple is testing a new e-ink display for use on a foldable device. And researchers have developed malware that will still work when an iPhone is off.
A Whole Team Of Armchair Quarterbacks - GDI 4277 starts at 31:43
How do you think the ...
2022-05-17 21:50:32 +0000 UTC
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With E3 2022 canceled, what will take its place and what announcements can we expect from game devs this summer? Apple announced a number of new accessibility features for iPhone, Apple Watch and Mac laptops. And Ming-chi Kuo says Apple is testing a new e-ink display for use on a foldable device. And researchers have developed malware that will still work when an iPhone is off.
A Whole Team Of Armchair Quarterbacks - GDI 4277 starts at 31:45
How do you think the ...
2022-05-17 21:28:57 +0000 UTC
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In an effort to stop falling subscribership Netflix is looking at offering live streaming. Uber Eats is piloting two ways to deliver food autonomously in Los Angeles. And we get some hard numbers of what exactly happened during the Great Resignation and how much of the narrative about people leaving work for better opportunities rings true.
Don't Eat Steak Then Drive - GDI 4276 starts at 32:05
Do you bank your yard work? Do you bring your pets ...
2022-05-16 21:44:12 +0000 UTC
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In an effort to stop falling subscribership Netflix is looking at offering live streaming. Uber Eats is piloting two ways to deliver food autonomously in Los Angeles. And we get some hard numbers of what exactly happened during the Great Resignation and how much of the narrative about people leaving work for better opportunities rings true.
Don't Eat Steak Then Drive - GDI 4276 at 32:06
Do you bank your yard work? Do you bring your pets along with you when you go...
2022-05-16 21:26:59 +0000 UTC
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Machine learning helps researchers identify individuals animals, drones reseed a Canadian forest, spiders hear through their legs, and electric chopsticks help make food taste better.
Hosted by Nicole Ackermans
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2022-05-14 16:00:06 +0000 UTC
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There’s a new feature for the Alexa app called “Shopping List Savings” which combines in-store purchases with Amazon credits. Is this a worthwhile feature and what are the privacy implications? We take another look at the environmental impact of crypto-mining. And we break down the details on the European Commission, Parliament and EU Council’s Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2 Directive).
Tony Orlando and Yarn - GDI 4275 starts at 33:42
H...
2022-05-13 21:53:35 +0000 UTC
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There’s a new feature for the Alexa app called “Shopping List Savings” which combines in-store purchases with Amazon credits. Is this a worthwhile feature and what are the privacy implications? We take another look at the environmental impact of crypto-mining. And we break down the details on the European Commission, Parliament and EU Council’s Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2 Directive).
Tony Orlando and Yarn - GDI 4275 starts at 33:42
Ha...
2022-05-13 20:59:02 +0000 UTC
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We go through the nitty gritty of Texas and Florida laws that aim to prevent social media platforms of a certain size from blocking objectionable posts. Microsoft is looking for ways to validate game discs for play on discless Xbox game consoles. And Meta released a video of Project Cambria, the follow-up Mixed Reality headset to the Quest 2.
DTNS Hawaii - GDI 4274 starts at 31:39
The group discusses the back and forth format change. It's not about the airhorn, o...
2022-05-12 21:50:30 +0000 UTC
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We go through the nitty gritty of Texas and Florida laws that aim to prevent social media platforms of a certain size from blocking objectionable posts. Microsoft is looking for ways to validate game discs for play on discless Xbox game consoles. And Meta released a video of Project Cambria, the follow-up Mixed Reality headset to the Quest 2.
DTNS Hawaii - GDI 4274 starts at 31:39
The group discusses the back and forth format change. It's not about the airhorn, o...
2022-05-12 21:24:25 +0000 UTC
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A brief explanation of Machine Learning, it's applications, and how it's developed.
Featuring Tom Merritt.
Full transcript here.
2022-05-12 13:01:02 +0000 UTC
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We examine and discuss all the developments announced at this year’s Google I/O.
This is Magic, Johnson - GDI 4273 starts at 38:2
Scott wants a fish in his ear. The dragon was great in its time. Is there a burger in that box? So much Jell-O talk. Sarah had an appointment show up early and it us that are lesser for it. Netflix subs Vs Disney subs. Do you kids watch shows over and over? Streaming talk takes over. How many shows have you enjoyed from Apple TV+?
2022-05-11 21:59:37 +0000 UTC
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