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Shelly Palmer and Seth Everett cover topics that mean a lot to those in the tech space and those who just love tech.
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Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) kicked off on Monday with a keynote showing off new operating systems for all of its hardware. We dive into the best new features, discuss key takeaways, and share the announcements we're most excited about. It's not just an Apple lovefest, though. We've got criticism! Is there anything to *actually* get excited about at WWDC this year? Is Apple boosting FaceTime features too little, too late? Does anyone really care if Apple boosts Maps capabilities?
This past weekend represented a significant milestone: Memorial Day Weekend 2021 was the first major holiday where the majority of Americans were vaccinated against COVID-19. While the world has largely re-opened following the pandemic, more than a few questions remain. Safe or unsafe? Who will voluntarily agree to be in the "unsafe" group? Who can you trust? Plus, the biggest question of all: If you've been vaccinated, should you care if someone else isn't? We also talk about vaccine passports: how they work, which states have them, and what you need to know.
Last time we spoke about crypto, we offered the intro course. Today, we're going deeper. We're on the cusp of brand new, and there's a world of crazy you should be aware of. There's a very small cross-section of people both financially savvy and tech savvy, and therein lies the issue. People don't know what they don't know, and there are more than a few people willing to use your lack of knowledge to their advantage. We explain what's been going on in the world of crypto, blockchain, and Defi. To go deeper, check out Shelly's new #1 bestseller: Blockchain - Cryptocurrency, NFTs & Smart Contracts: An executive guide to the world of decentralized finance, available exclusively on Amazon Kindle. https://tinyurl.com/e5ws557x All proceeds go to Girls Who Code. Plus: Happy Towel Day! As we hope you know, "A towel is about the most massively useful thing an interstellar hitchhiker can have. Partly it has great practical value." 42.
Don't click that link! With phishing and social engineering at an all-time high, hacks and ransomware (like the one that just hit the Colonial Pipeline) are more common than ever. We talk about how ransomware works, the traps, and pitfalls to avoid, and why security is on the top of everyone's mind right now. We also look into the (potentially terrifying) future to see where the real damage can (and likely will) be done. As Robert Mueller said, "There are only two types of companies: those that have been hacked, and those that will be." You have to be right every day. The bad guys just have to be right once.
Do you want to play a game? Apple and Fortnite are locked in a battle that could change the iPhone as we know it. What's the fight all about? Who's right? Who's wrong? Who ya got? We break it all down and explain what's really going on. Plus: we look at the emergence of esports, the ascendance of Twitch, and where it falls in the greater sports ecosystem. We also talk about the changing ways we're able to gather around communities of passion and how we can interact with our favorite content. Also: What does Amazon (who owns Twitch) getting rights to Thursday Night Football games mean? What new realms could this open up for fans, commentators, and everyone in-between?
Sensationalist headlines have scared many into thinking self-driving cars are unsafe. Is that the case? We steer our way through the myths and rumors about driverless cars and autonomous vehicles. Is it fun to drive a car that drives itself? Is the "thrill" of driving going to go away? Are Level 5 autonomous vehicles a "Grail quest"? Will KITT save us? We also talk about the state of electric vehicles: what people want, what auto manufacturers are making, and what's holding us back from real adoption. (Plus: the environmental concerns that should be at the forefront of our minds.) If all else fails, at least we have Mars (and driverless vehicles there), right?
According to the latest research, 35% of Americans have cut the cord, and 55% will have cut the cord by the end of 2022. Where does this leave the state of television? Is the idea of "live" programming going to go away? And what about the elephant in the room: live sports? When can teams offer their broadcasts without cable connections? Is sports the key to keeping broadcast television afloat? Plus, Shelly and Seth give their "must watch" show recommendations so that you can stop your scrolling and start watching. If you haven't already make sure to follow @techstream on Twitter.
Just about everyone seems to be talking about blockchain and cryptocurrency, but... why? Why is it trending? Why is it on television news? We're breaking it down for everyone who isn't exactly sure what Bitcoin, Ether, the blockchain, or "gas prices" are. What does China entering the cryptocurrency game mean? Will PayPal make Bitcoin more mainstream? What does "hacked" mean in the world of crypto? Learn everything you always wanted to know about cryptocurrency* (*but were afraid to ask), and stay tuned for a future episode all about NFTs!
At its best, social media offers a way to meet new friends and connect with old ones, keep up with what's happening, and be shepherded through the toughest times in our lives. Sometime between the launch of these platforms and today, though, social media became a toxic environment for many users. What happened? Are there problems with the platforms, or are the platforms simply holding a mirror up to society? Does social media need to be reined in? What rules should we create when our kids want to join these platforms? And what's the best way to engage with your followers? Hey, social media: I'm addicted to you, don't you know that you're toxic?
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