Digital Galaxy Podcast

In episode 45, Paul and Justin discuss Meta's current legal battles including trademark infringement, patent infringement and misleading investors. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses Facebook's new plans for creating a metaverse. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 44, Paul and Justin discuss how China is handling gaming addiction and severely limiting children's access to video games and entertainment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the Ford Motor Company's big investments in EV car batteries and their new plans for factories to be built in the U.S. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 43, Paul and Justin discuss the bombshell interview by Facebook's former employee Frances Haugen. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the Facebook app outage and the company's response. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the ruling in the Epic Games vs Apple trial, the ramifications of that ruling and explores how other companies will take advantage of that ruling. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 42, Paul discusses how people have entered the job market without college degrees, and the ramifications the pandemic and technology has had on college enrollment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the results of the 2020 Census, which was the first US Census that was majorly submitted in an online environment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Is Apple scanning your iPhotos library? Not yet, but today in episode 41, Paul and Justin discuss Apple's new child protection features and what it means for privacy, and the future of iPhotos. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill that was passed by the Senate on August 10th and how technology gets a big upgrade. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 40, Paul and Justin discuss the new handheld gaming system STEAM Deck, Zoom apps and Netflix's gaming ambitions. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses Google's new feature that takes a peek behind the curtain and how your search results work. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 39, Paul and Justin discuss the June Jobs report released by the Department of Labor. How technology and the pandemic have affected the job market. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the shocking figures reported by TikTok concerning their Q1 report. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 38, Paul and Justin discuss the launch of Windows 11, some of the new features and how you can download a preview version. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the new Kickstarter campaign for Klero. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/projectnewsocial/klero --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 37, Paul and Justin discuss new policies regarding politicians on the platform. They also discuss the decision to ban Donald Trump for two years on their apps. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the FCC program called the Emergency Broadband Benefit, how to apply and who qualifies for this benefit. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 36, Paul and Justin discuss the possibility of Facebook creating a version of Instagram for kids under 12 years old and the backlash that it is already generating. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this Warpspeed episode, Paul discusses the ongoing legal battle between Apple and Epic games. He also discusses the possible ramifications of both sides winning the lawsuit. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Special guest Steven Squires joins us on the podcast to discuss data and privacy, and how it affects your daily life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

The social media app Parler has returned to the Apple Store, but with some changes. Paul explains how they got back on, and how there are different experiences on each device platform. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Justin and Paul discuss ways to recycle your electronic devices like cell phones, TVs, and even what's going on with EV car batteries. It's never too late to celebrate Earth Day and do your part! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Facebook has created its own independent Oversight Board to review large-scale cases of censorship, abuse, etc. Their first major ruling was about whether to reinstate Donald Trump's personal Facebook page. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 33, Paul and Justin explore the ins and outs of a Vaccine Pass. Countries like Israel and the UK have already started using vaccine passports in their countries, while the United States and the rest of the world are currently developing systems of their own. There has been a lot of talk about privacy issues when it comes to mandating a vaccine passport to use services. Some states already have taken action to ban them, and others have been working with private companies to see how they could work.Sources and more: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 31, Paul and Justin explore the ins and outs of Parler. The social media app Parler was removed by Apple and Google app stores following the January 6th attack on the US Capital. Amazon web services also dropped them as their hosting site. In mid-February, the social network is back online with a new logo and new guidelines. The company is currently suing Amazon web services on 15 different accounts. The app is still not available on either app store at this time.Sources and more: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 32, Paul and Justin interview Klero's Chief Technology Officer about its progress and the current state of the social media industry.Sources and more: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 30, Paul and Justin explore the ins and outs of Clubhouse. The clubhouse app is a new social media platform that connects users in audio-only drop-in chat rooms. There is a maximum of 5,000 users for a room, but exceptions have been made for high-interest talks. Despite being launched in March 2020, the popularity has skyrocketed because of interest from celebrities. Clubhouse has encountered some security and data issues already but has sworn to resolve those as quickly as possible. It's only available on iOS devices and membership is invite-only at this time. Sources and more: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Justin explore Facebook Groups and their utility. Facebook groups have been involved in your local mom's wine club and massive groups like QAnon. What is Facebook doing, and how do its systems work?Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Justin explore Robinhood and the events of GME and AMC. Reddit users influenced the stock swinging prices of Gamestop, AMC, and other publicly traded companies causing chaos in the stock market. Investing apps like Robinhood that specialize in short trading halted and limited purchasing of stocks as a result of the fees that were associated with trading those inflated stocks limiting people's opportunities to trade those stocks on a level playing field. Robinhood among other brokerages is facing civil lawsuits and is facing scrutiny because hedge fund managers were still able to trade freely on the platforms.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Listen in as Paul and Justin chat about Twitter's new Birdwatch program. Twitter has launched a separate section of the platform called Birdwatch. It consists of a diverse set of contributors that will allow users to create notes on Tweets they believe to be misleading or misinformation. Those Tweets will be viewed by all members of Birdwatch to provide context and determine if the Tweet should be flagged or reviewed. You can apply to be a member of Birdwatch, but Twitter has set certain criteria to become a member and is giving priority to members who are not high profile users. Sources & more: https://digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 26, Paul and Justin talk about the technology behind the hit Disney show The Mandalorian. Star Wars and Lucasfilm has been in the forefront for technology when it comes to filmmaking techniques and applying those to other fields. Most recently, Sony's Micro LED technology has been used to create digital sets on the second season of the Mandalorian. You will see more applications of this technology down the road. Sources: https://digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In episode 25, Paul and Justin talk about big tech companies like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube have banned President Trump from their platforms after the actions of his supporters on January 6th. This ignites several questions about censorship, freedom of speech, and who should be making the rules of online activity. Many don't agree with censorship, but others agree that speech has its consequences.Sources & More: https://digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul goes over the Communications Decency Act and everything that has and will change! Lots of drama has recently occurred over this piece of legislation. So sit back and enjoy!Sources and Written Version: https://digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Justin go through 2020 and our podcast episodes. They also explore ideas coming in 2021!https://digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Jack discuss the EU's newly proposed digital laws. The European Commission proposed the Digital Markets Act and the Digital Services Act in hopes to help regulate global big tech companies. The focus of the two acts are to ensure online safety and to allow small businesses to fairly compete on a global level. The commission proposed hefty fines and the threat to divest companies if they do not comply with the acts. Neither has been signed into law just yet, and it may take several years to implement.Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss Google's alleged violation of labor laws. The US National Labor Relations Board has filed a claim against Google alleging that the company has violated labor laws allowing employees to organize and discuss creating a labor union. Two employees were terminated concerning these claims, and the NLRB claimed that these firings were unlawful. Google has until December 16th to respond to the claim, and a court hearing is set for April of next year.Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

(Zuck & Dorsey Senate Hearing EP.20) In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss the senate hearings of Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey. The CEOs of Facebook and Twitter, Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey, appeared before members of the Senate Judiciary Committee to defend their companies' actions to a moderate speech during the election. They answered 127 questions over a four-hour span that ranged from flagging posts, banning accounts, alleged bias, the addictive nature of their platforms, along with several other problems. Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

ClearMe Identity (EP.19) In this episode, Jack and Justin discuss the company ClearMe and their plans for your identity. Clear is a touchless identification software and hardware system that allows its customers to safely and quickly go through verification stations at airports and other venues such as sports stadiums. During COVID-19, Clear changed their strategy to also become an identity verifier for your everyday life. Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

Is Big Tech Monopolistic? (EP.18)In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss The House Judiciary Committee's Antitrust Subcommittee's latest report on big tech. The Judiciary Committee Antitrust Subcommittee released a 455-page report stating that Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple currently are monopolies operating in the United States. They are valued at over $5 trillion and makeup over 30% of the S&P 100 stock market. The committee has made several recommendations to even the playing field for new companies to enter those respective markets.Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss Amazon's "High plans". Amazon's Air division was granted permission to fly by the FAA, and they are currently testing delivering packages by drones in several countries. Amazon released a slew of new products including a Ring Always Home Cam that flies around your home with video recording capabilities. There has already been some discussion on privacy issues, and the product doesn't get released until next year.Sources and more for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this extended episode, Paul and Justin discuss the Netflix Documentary, Social Dilemma. In summary, you are the product if the service is free! [Explained in Episode 2 of DGP] The documentary covers how Facebook and other platforms use algorithms to keep you pulled in.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are keeping you all updated on the sale of the app TikTok. In summary, the deadline to purchase TikTok is approaching on September 20th. Microsoft was the lead company being considered to purchase the social media company. Bytedance declined their offer, and Oracle, an American company is a clear leader for the purchase, even though it doesn't seem to be a complete buyout. Google and Facebook have already released their direct competition to TikTok on their respective platforms.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are explaining the importance of Facebook in this upcoming 2020 Presidential Election. In summary, Facebook has publicly stated several measures to make to protect the integrity of the US elections, forcing users to verify their information when placing political ads, and labeling any posts that may falsely claim election results. They are also arranging an academic study to determine the impact of social media on elections.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are explaining the Apple and Tesla stock splits. In summary, A stock split is when a company divides the existing shares of its stock into multiple new shares to boost the liquidity of the stock. Both Tesla and Apple split their respective stocks this week. Apple has made history by splitting its stock for the 5th time since the company went public in the 1980s.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are explaining the battle between Fortnite (Epicgames) and Apple. The widely popular game Fortnite has been removed from both the Apple and Google app stores because they tried to maneuver around the mandatory 30% platform fee and keep the profits from their in-app purchases. Epic Games is suing both Apple and Google claiming they have a monopoly over app purchases because they are the only way to install games on their devices. A court ruling recently allowed Apple to keep the game off its app store while litigation continues.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are explaining the race to buy the app TikTok. The US President originally tried to ban the Chinese owned social media company Tik Tok because of National Security concerns. He has opened the option for American companies to purchase the company. There are concerns about the precedent this may set for global companies in the future and if the government should be brokering these kinds of business mergers.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, Paul interviews Jack Foley, CEO, and Founder of Fora Social, LLC. Listen in as Jack talks about why he started Fora Social, why Fora is different, future plans, and other great information!Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are exploring DeepFakes. Deep fake is a technology that uses face-swapping software along with several algorithms to produce fake videos that can be used in a negative fashion to defame or sway public opinion. There is concern over the implications the technology can have on privacy, politics, and national security.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support

In this episode, we are exploring the correlation between internet use and mental health. Varying studies show the benefits and possible downside to daily internet use in older users. Some people have shown positive trends in mental health. Some factors that affect life satisfaction include education and wealth and how often you use the internet.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/digital-galaxy-podcast/support