Podcast appearances and mentions of julie chang

As more AI-generated images and sounds fill our screens, our sense of reality is being distorted. In a special three-part series of Tech News Briefing, WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen sits down with researchers, content creators and an AI character to ask how AI is changing our perceptions. This is episode one of TNB's “AI and the Blurring of Reality.” Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta's stock dropped this week amid investor concern over the company's ballooning spending on AI infrastructure projects. WSJ's Asa Fitch breaks down why the tech giant's case for this spending is weaker than some of its competitors. Plus, WSJ's Natalie Kaufman explains how young adults are using AI to ease their social anxiety. Isabelle Bousquette, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute, hosts. Were you fooled into thinking an AI-generated post was real? Are you worried AI is looking more and more real? We want to hear from you! Record a voice memo and send it to tnb@wsj.com or leave us a voicemail at (212) 416-2236. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Anthropic says its AI models hacked three companies during tests. And shares of Universal Music Group plunge as streaming and subscription revenue slows. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: OpenAI surpasses one billion active users after cutting prices. And Sony Group raises guidance after profit jumps more than expected. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Amazon reports higher revenue in the second quarter from its cloud-computing business. And a data-center developer working with Anthropic plans to borrow $15 billion for a new Texas campus, with backing from Google. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Microsoft sees jump in profits, beating Wall Street expectations. And Russia charges Telegram founder with aiding terrorism. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Dutch chip-equipment supplier ASM International lifts sales outlook as AI fuels orders. And SpaceX shares are trading at a big discount from its IPO price. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a backlash against AI builds, CEOs of AI firms are beefing up security and telling employees to leave their company branded swag at home. WSJ's Zusha Elinson unpacks the violent threats putting the industry on edge. Plus, Tesla became the most valuable car company in the world by acting less like an automaker and more like a tech company. WSJ Detroit Bureau Chief Patrick George digs into the company's latest quarterly results, and why they made investors push the stock lower. Imani Moise hosts. Have you seen an AI-generated post you thought was real? We want to hear from you! Record a voice memo and send it to tnb@wsj.com or leave us a voicemail at (212) 416-2236. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Verizon Communications revenue falls in second quarter. Meanwhile, Charter Communications logs its fourth consecutive quarterly revenue decline. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Crude oil slips on new hopes for peace talks. And SAP's stock jumps after the software maker reported higher quarterly revenue from its cloud business. Julie Chang hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: IBM lowers full-year revenue growth outlook. And Tesla's second-quarter revenue surges amid $5.8 billion spend in AI and robotics. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: trade technology provider Altana acquires AI platform to tackle customs complexity. And Coinbase stock jumps after Clarity Act clears major hurdle. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Experian may benefit from the AI expansion due to proprietary data, Bank of America analysts say. And Chinese-owned EV maker Polestar won't appeal U.S. ban. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Apple and Nvidia vie for the title of most valuable publicly traded U.S. company. And investors continue to punish Netflix after disappointing earnings. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Sweetgreen's stock surges following reports of a parasitic outbreak linked to Taco Bell. And Netflix shares continue to fall after streaming giant reports weakest revenue growth in years. Julie Chang hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Circle gets federal approval to launch a crypto-focused bank. And China successfully launched a reusable rocket. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. stocks edge higher. Shares of Circle Internet Group jump after the company receives regulatory approval to establish a national trust bank. Netflix stock ticks down after the WSJ reports the company is exploring live television options. And Apple sues OpenAI, alleging it stole trade secrets. Julie Chang hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. An artificial-intelligence tool assisted in the making of this episode by creating summaries that were based on Wall Street Journal reporting and reviewed and adapted by an editor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: China weighs limits on AI models that American companies love. And PC demand could be subdued for the rest of the year. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: President Trump made over $1 billion on crypto deals in 2025. And South Korean exports soar on AI chip boom. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: A consortium including Google, Coinbase, and BlackRock backs new stablecoin. And shares in Siemens Energy rise over strong demand in electrification and AI data centers. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Airbus to get $3.42 billion loan from European Investment Bank in push for tech sovereignty. And Dish DBS prepares to file for bankruptcy. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix plan to invest $520 billion in a new chip-making hub in South Korea. And Rocket Lab to buy Iridium Communications in a challenge to SpaceX. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: two lawmakers call for federal probe into Polymarket over deceptive advertising. And Trump threatens 100% tariffs on European countries that impose new digital services taxes on U.S. tech companies. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Chinese-owned EV maker Polestar will exit the U.S. market after a Commerce Department ban.. And former Facebook executive Sarah Wynn-Williams sues Meta to overturn an arbitration order blocking her from promoting her book. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Qualcomm to acquire AI software firm Modular in $3.9 billion stock deal. And Zoox debuts redesigned robotaxi for large-scale production. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Walmart buys French advertising tech firm, Vibe.co. And Tesla's European monthly sales bounce back. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Shares of Getty Images nearly double following OpenAI agreement. And EV manufacturer Lucid will cut 18% of its U.S. workforce. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Accenture lowers its revenue guidance. Meanwhile, BE Semiconductor raises its long-term revenue and profitability targets. And SpaceX shares are set to extend their decline. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Dueling IPOs are forcing bankers at Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to pick teams. And tech companies including Stripe, Google commit $915 million to pull carbon out of the sky. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Databricks releases Genie One, an agentic co-worker for businesses. And Rivian and Robinhood announce layoffs. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Australia's richest person and mining tycoon Gina Rinehart buys a more-than $1 billion stake in SpaceX. And bitcoin jumps to more than $66,500 after U.S.-Iran deal. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: SpaceX allocated around 20% of its IPO shares to individual investors, sources say. And Asian chip stocks rebound after roller coaster week. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Major banks rake in the IPO fees. And anticipation of IPOs by SpaceX and others is causing bitcoin selloffs. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Amazon says its data centers used 2.5 billion gallons of water last year. And Jeff Bezos launches new AI venture Prometheus while batting down AI job loss fears. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Shares of Swedish autonomous truck company Einride surge in its Nasdaq debut. And Southeast Asia's largest online-shopping platform Shopee cuts jobs. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Anthropic releases new ‘Mythos-class' AI model to general public with safety guardrails. And Broadcom, Apollo, and Blackstone partner to launch AI infrastructure platform. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Canada plans $360 million tech growth fund to boost domestic AI companies. And SpaceX sets a specific IPO price for next week, roughly doubling its valuation from six months ago. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Alphabet sold $35 billion worth of stock this week. And Europe puts forward measures to rely less on foreign tech. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Memory prices could get even worse next year amid the AI buildout, per Taiwan-based research firm TrendForce. And Coinbase founder's longevity startup triples in value. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Florida sues OpenAI over AI harms. And Uber plans to launch a robotaxi program in Munich. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Chinese automaker BYD unveils autonomous-driving chip. And shares of space companies plummet following Thursday night's Blue Origin rocket explosion. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: DHL eCommerce and USPS sign multi-year deal. And Uber continues to grow its stake in German food-delivery company Delivery Hero. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: unionized workers at Samsung Electronics approve pay deal, averting a strike. And the EU plans to reserve most of its mobile satellite spectrum for homegrown firms. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: American Airlines to offer Starlink internet on significant portion of flights. And Xiaomi's first-quarter net profit falls 57%. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: France to pour over $1 billion into quantum tech race. And Meta joins other platforms in settling lawsuit over social-media harms on youth. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: Lenovo Group records its fastest revenue growth in years. And AI is boosting productivity gains in very specific tasks, but has yet to scale across the economy. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile, California governor Gavin Newsom signs order on AI aimed at helping workers. And the maker of Oura Rings files confidentially for IPO. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus: OpenAI is preparing to file for an IPO very soon. And Nvidia reports record sales and income, beating estimates. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Closing arguments for blockbuster trial between billionaire Elon Musk and OpenAI took place Thursday. WSJ reporter Jim Carlton unpacks what happened in the courtroom this week and tells us how the case could impact the future of the AI industry. Plus, some fitness brands are ditching displays. WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen tells us why some people are opting to remove screens from their wrists. Julie Chang hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Researchers say they found issues in Apple security using Anthropic's Mythos AI. And Foxconn reports strong first quarter results, driven by AI hardware sales. Julie Chang hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices