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    The Perfect Scam
    $1 Million Theft: Tech Scam Leaves Teacher Shaken

    The Perfect Scam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 62:55


    Joyce is a retired teacher who works part-time with special needs kids. She's recently divorced after a long marriage, facing a cancer scare, and acting as the primary caregiver for her 96-year-old mother. With all of this weighing on her, she becomes the target of a tech support scam. Over months of instilling fear, the criminals steal more than $1 million from her retirement savings. Kathy Stokes of the AARP Fraud Watch Network stops by to discuss the new "Pause. Reflect. Protect." campaign aimed at combating scams like these.  

    The Nice Guys on Business
    1693 D&S: Doug Loves the Tech

    The Nice Guys on Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 61:39


    I mean, he does define "tech" as any electronics that have come out since his 1973 Ford pickup was made, so it's not a very high bar. Do you want some cool merch? Check out the store here- https://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/merch Need podcast production? We've got your back. https://turnkeypodcast.com/contact Your Voice, your message, fully produced. Leave a voice mail for the Nice Guys: 424-2DJ-DOUG – (424) 235-3684Join our Nice Guys Community. http://www.NiceShortCut.com No time to get to this, but you can read the blog here: 12 Worries Every Entrepreneur Has (or they are lying) Show notes written lovingly by the most anonymous man (or woman) in the world. Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. Need podcast production? We've got your back. https://turnkeypodcast.com/contact Your Voice, your message, fully produced.

    Slate Daily Feed
    What Next: TBD | Tech, power, and the future - The A.I. Disruption Is Here

    Slate Daily Feed

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 24:54


    Tech companies proudly touting that the imminent artificial intelligence revolution are pushing the stock market to ever higher heights, even as workers wonder what their role will be in this brave new world. But outside of the big A.I. players, the rest of the market seems to be wondering the same thing.Guest: Emily Peck, co-host of Slate Money and national correspondent at Axios.Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Evan Campbell, and Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News
    Are TradFi Institutions Lying about Tokenization? | Austin Campbell

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 59:35 Transcription Available


    Austin Campbell is the founder and managing partner of Zero Knowledge Consulting. We discuss the current state of the crypto market and can it recover. Recorded on January 28thTopics:- Crypto market outlook - TradFi adoption of Crypto - Banks vs Stablecoin Yield - Will the Clarity Act Pass?- Banks and Stablecoin yield- If Clarity does not pass will another Gary Gensler appear?Brought to you by

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News
    HUGE RIPPLE XRP ADOPTION NEWS! CLARITY ACT TO PASS BY APRIL!?

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 17:02 Transcription Available


    Crypto News: Soil launches RLUSD yield protocol on XRP Ledger. Societe Generale launches EUR CoinVertible on the XRPL. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse: 80% Chance the CLARITY Act Clears Congress by April!. White House urges bankers to allow for limited stablecoin rewards to advance the Bitcoin and crypto market structure legislation.Brought to you by

    Political Thinking with Nick Robinson
    'We're appeasing the tech bros': Beeban Kidron, from film-maker to lawmaker

    Political Thinking with Nick Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 47:50


    What links Bridget Jones to social media regulation?The answer: Baroness Beeban Kidron. In 2004 she directed the Bridget Jones sequal. 20 years later, she became one of the most vocal campaigners for regulation of social media and tech in the UK.She joins Nick in the Political Thinking studio to tell her story, from joining Marxist dinner parties in her childhood home, to filming and living with the protesters of Greenham Common in the 1980s.Today, she has strong words for Keir Starmer's government, and is pushing for law-changes from her seat in the House of Lords.Producers: Daniel Kraemer and Flora Murray Editor: Giles Edwards

    If Then | News on technology, Silicon Valley, politics, and tech policy

    Tech companies proudly touting that the imminent artificial intelligence revolution are pushing the stock market to ever higher heights, even as workers wonder what their role will be in this brave new world. But outside of the big A.I. players, the rest of the market seems to be wondering the same thing.Guest: Emily Peck, co-host of Slate Money and national correspondent at Axios.Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Evan Campbell, and Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Future Commerce  - A Retail Strategy Podcast
    Daily Harvest is Fighting the Wellness Hype Machine

    Future Commerce - A Retail Strategy Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 26:26


    In just one year, Daily Harvest was acquired by Chobani, dropped its subscription requirement, and launched a campaign calling out the wellness hype machine. CEO Ricky Silver joins us to talk about the facts in an industry dominated by fiction. Selling Food, Not Fiction Key takeaways: The wellness hype machine is exhausting consumers. Daily Harvest's "Eat Food, Not Fiction" is its counter-punch. Subscription was a business convenience, not a consumer demand, and removing the gate unlocked growth. Consumer sovereignty and business autonomy are in tension with one another. The brands that resolve it will win. LLMs are the new discovery layer. Brands must build authoritative, trusted ecosystems to surface in AI answers. Fixing the food system requires collectivism, even with rivals. "Some of our best consumers were the ones who engaged with the skipping function. Active management meant they were finding the right cadence for them." — Ricky Silver "Connection is a motive. It is not tech-driven — even if technology is the thing bringing us together." — Ricky Silver Associated Links: Learn more about Daily Harvest Catch up on Future Commerce's 2026 predictions Check out Future Commerce on YouTube Check out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and print Subscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce world Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce Have any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Hard Factor
    The Disgraceful Episode: Hypnotists, Tech Cons, Affairs, Hazing | 2.19.26

    Hard Factor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 46:17


    Episode 1899 - brought to you by our incredible sponsors: BRUNT WORKWEAR: Get $10 Off boots and clothing at BRUNT with code HARDFACTOR at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/ LUCY -  100% pure nicotine. Always tobacco-free. LUCY's the only pouch that gives you long-lasting flavor, whenever you need it. Get 20% off your first order when you buy online with code (HARDFACTOR).   00:00:00 Timestamps 00:00:30 Avalanche near Tahoe kills at least 8 00:01:30 Is James Cameron embarrassed to end the last several decades of his career on Avatar? 00:07:50 Shia LeBeouf arrested at Mardi Gras, but he's already out partying again 00:10:10 Former high school principal hypnotized four people who died immediately after sessions  00:27:40 Company at India's premiere tech conference claims another company's robot dog invention is their own 00:36:10 MLBPA Executive Director of Players has an affair with his sister-in-law 00:39:40 University of Iowa frat hazing incident from 2024 body cam footage comes out And much more Thank you for listening and supporting the pod! Go to patreon.com/HardFactor to join our community, get access to Discord chat, bonus pods, and much more - but Most importantly: HAGFD!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing
    WHY WE USE ALL CAPS TO SHOUT, with Glenn Fleishman

    Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 27:05


    1161. Today, we look at the history of writing in all-uppercase letters. Tech historian Glenn Fleishman explains how capitals transitioned from a sign of importance to a convention for shouting. Plus, we discuss his research tracking the association between yelling and capital letters back to 1856 and why early newspapers used all capitals to make tiny type seem larger.Glenn Fleishman's website.

    Raising Boys & Girls
    Episode 351: AI and the Tech Wise Family with Andy Crouch

    Raising Boys & Girls

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 48:10


    Sissy and David sit down with Andy Crouch to talk about what kids need in a tech-saturated world—and why their deepest needs haven't changed. Andy explores how today's screens foster “parasocial” connection, how AI companions could become adolescents' most trusted voices, and why frictionless digital relationships can keep kids from growing through real-life conflict and disappointment. He encourages families to be “tech-wise, not tech-free,” creating intentional rhythms and boundaries—especially around meals, sleep, and bedrooms—so kids can stay grounded in embodied relationships and grow in wisdom and courage. Resources mentioned: The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch The Life We're Looking For: Reclaiming Relationship in a Technological World by Andy Crouch My Tech-Wise Life: Growing Up and Making Choices in a World of Devices by Andy and Amy Crouch . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here. If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. ATHLETIC GREENS: Go to DRINKAG1.com/RBG to get their best offer… For a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription order! Only while supplies last. COOK UNITY: Go to cookunity.com/RBG or enter code RBG before checkout to get 50% off your first order. SETH AND THE VERY SCARY STORM: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGSethStorm to check out this Lifeway book. YARA THE BRAVE: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGYara to check out this Lifeway book. WAYFAIR: Get organized, refreshed, and ready for the holidays for way less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Daily Tech News Show
    Microsoft's 10,000-year Storage Tech - DTNS 5209

    Daily Tech News Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 34:53


    Plus Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg admits under oath that age verification is hard. Starring Tom Merritt, Huyen Tue Dao, and Dr. NikiShow notes found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    9to5Mac Happy Hour
    Apple event confirmed, iOS 26.4 features, Apple AI devices 

    9to5Mac Happy Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 67:07


    Benjamin and Chance discuss all the new features in iOS 26.4, which turned out to be a pretty packed release, even with the Siri features missing in action. Also, Apple confirms a product event for March 4, with rumors of new Macs and more in the air. Finally, Bloomberg reports Apple is advancing work on a suite of new AI devices, including glasses and a clip-on pendant.  And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin plans his tech packing for his trip to Japan. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join.  Sponsored by Shopify: See less carts go abandoned and more sales. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Visit quince.com/happyhour for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/HAPPYHOUR for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple's March 4 launch event: New products and what to expect Apple special event announced for March 4 Apple's March launch may include multiple days of press releases with no keynote, per rumor Report: Apple's upcoming low-cost MacBook will come in 'fun colors,' launch next month Are people updating to iOS 26? Here's Apple's official data Tesla is still working on CarPlay support, but here's why it hasn't launched yet iOS 26.4 beta 1: Here are the new iPhone features Apple Podcasts app gaining 'enhanced video podcast experience' in iOS 26.4 iOS 26.4 beta adds support for testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging iOS 26.4 beta adds new 'Playlist Playground' AI feature for Apple Music iOS 26.4 adds support for a new category of CarPlay apps Apple accelerating work on three new AI wearables, per report The new F1 channel has appeared in the Apple TV app ahead of first race

    Daily Tech News Show (Video)
    RAMageddon – DTNS Live 5115

    Daily Tech News Show (Video)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 67:30


    The spike in memory prices is causing the price of other PC components to spike. What's affected and what can you do about it? How the FBI and Google acquired footage of abduction victim, Nancy Guthrie, and what it reveals about tech companies and your data. Plus we take a step back into the 70s and early 80s to experience the culture shocks of high inflation and rising unemployment. Starring Sarah Lane, Tom Merritt, Robb Dunewood, Shannon Morse, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe. To read the show notes click here! Support the show on Patreon by becoming a supporter!

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    Friend Forward
    Friendship Surveillance: Are we obsessed with tracking each other? A conversation with tech writer Tatum Hunter and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson

    Friend Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 25:18


    This conversation explores the complex relationship between surveillance and friendships in the digital age. This includes the habit of sharing locations with friends, monitoring social media activity and turning on features like "read receipts"-- all things that allow us to monitor each other's activity.Host and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson interviews Tatum Hunter-- a technology and culture writer, formerly of the Washington Post.Together, Tatum and Danielle explore the ways in which technology impacts our connections and the emotional consequences of monitoring each other's lives.This conversation will also highlight the benefits and drawbacks of location sharing, the role of social media in shaping perceptions of closeness.Members of the private "Office Hours" community will receive the full episode, which includes Tatum's predictions for emerging trends in digital privacy.---------------------------------------------------------------------FRIENDSHIP ELEVATEDWould you like a supportive community and personal friendship coach to walk with you over the next few months? You have two days left to join Friendship Elevated, our group coaching program. Learn more at betterfemalefriendships.comWANT TO BE FEATURED ON THE SHOW?Send your questions, hot takes, or personal friendship stories via Instagram @friendforward (go the to direct messages, hold the microphone icon down and proceed with your voice note) or send a video/ voice note to us via email at hello@betterfemalefriendships.com.BOOK DANIELLE TO SPEAKIf you're looking for a customized, research-driven experience with a balance of education and humor, book Danielle Bayard Jackson to speak at your upcoming event. To make it happen, contact Samantha at Sam@tellpublicrelations.com and inquire today.

    Slacker & Steve
    Full show - Wednesday | Tech screwed me over | News or Nope - Costco returns, Pitbull, and Facebook AI | Beanie Battle - Daniel vs Austin | OPP - Is settling ever ok? | Is oatmeal brown? | Did Slacker screw up a dating opportunity? | Erin is upset with do

    Slacker & Steve

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 76:55


    Full show - Wednesday | Tech screwed me over | News or Nope - Costco returns, Pitbull, and Facebook AI | Beanie Battle - Daniel vs Austin | OPP - Is settling ever ok? | Is oatmeal brown? | Did Slacker screw up a dating opportunity? | Erin is upset with dog owners | Are you an introvert or an extrovert? | Stupid stories www.instagram.com/theslackershow www.instagram.com/ericasheaaa www.instagram.com/thackiswack www.instagram.com/radioerin

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News
    GOLDMAN SACHS CEO BIG BITCOIN NEWS! DEUTSCHE BANK RIPPLE XRP!

    Thinking Crypto Interviews & News

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 21:20 Transcription Available


    Crypto News: Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon said he owns only a small amount of bitcoin but is closely watching the cryptocurrency as part of a broader shift in financial technology. Deutsche Bank is partnering with Ripple to potentially utilize the XRP Ledger.Brought to you by

    The Tara Show
    NYC Broke, Florida Booms & Europe's Censorship Grab

    The Tara Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 10:10


    A nine-year-old asked a simple question during a presidential campaign: “If the rich are going to pay for everything… how?” That question is now playing out in real time. New York City is running a $127 billion budget for eight million people — and still facing a $5 billion shortfall. Meanwhile, Florida operates a $117 billion budget for 23 million residents. We break down: Why socialist promises always land on the middle class The budget contrast between New York City and Florida How Governor Ron DeSantis exposed the math Corporate migration from California to Miami Why Palantir Technologies and other tech giants are relocating Germany's attempt to censor elections beyond its borders And what this means for free speech and digital sovereignty From fiscal collapse to global censorship battles — today's episode connects the economic and cultural dots.

    Daily Tech Headlines
    Meta Prepares to Launch “Malibu 2” Smartwatch – DTH

    Daily Tech Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026


    SeatGeek Partners with Spotify to Sell Concert Tickets Directly In-App, NY Gov. Hochul Withdraws Proposal for Robotaxi Expansion Outside NYC, Setback for Waymo, and Rivian Owners Get Apple Watch Control with New Companion App. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS Live ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none ofContinue reading "Meta Prepares to Launch “Malibu 2” Smartwatch – DTH"

    Wear We Are
    The Morning Five: Thursday, February 19 -- Meta to Spend Big to Promote Pro-Tech Candidates, No Ceasefire in Ukraine and Gov. Cox Opposes Predictive Markets in Utah

    Wear We Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 9:37


    For the Good of the Public brings you news and weekly conversations at the intersection of faith and civic life. Monday through Thursday, The Morning Five starts your day off with scripture and prayer, as we also catch up on the news together. Throughout the year, we air limited series on Fridays to dive deeper into conversations with civic leaders, thinkers, and public servants reimagining public life for the good of the public. Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life.  Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Today's scripture: Matthew 7:7-11 News sources:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/02/18/russia-ukraine-geneva-negotiations-impasse/  https://theconversation.com/air-pollution-may-directly-contribute-to-alzheimers-disease-new-study-275873  https://www.deseret.com/utah/2026/02/17/governor-cox-vows-legal-battle-over-prediction-markets/  https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/technology/meta-65-million-election-ai.html  https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5742396-ai-regulation-midterm-ads/  https://ai-law-center.orrick.com/us-ai-law-tracker-see-all-states/  Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelwear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichaelRWear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife and check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tsfnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #prayer #scripture #Russia #Ukraine #airpollution #Alzheimers #predictionmarkets #SpencerCox #BenSasse #AI #Meta #midterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    No Priors: Artificial Intelligence | Machine Learning | Technology | Startups
    From SaaS to AI-First: How Companies Are Reshaping Innovation

    No Priors: Artificial Intelligence | Machine Learning | Technology | Startups

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 40:41


    In this episode of No Priors, Sarah and Elad dive into the evolving landscape of software, exploring how AI is transforming the traditional SaaS model. They discuss whether SaaS as we know it is coming to an end, what new business and sales strategies are emerging, and how AI is reshaping the way software is built, sold, and scaled. The conversation also examines whether or not these shifts are a good thing for both big and small companies, and how coders and software experts are reacting to abrupt AI transitions. They also dig into how AI is reshaping sales, automating workflows, and enabling more predictive customer strategies. Beyond individual companies, they examine how tech giants are increasingly dominating the S&P 500, and what this concentration of power means for the future of startups, innovation, and the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem. Sign up for new podcasts every week. Email feedback to show@no-priors.com Follow us on Twitter: @NoPriorsPod | @Saranormous | @EladGil |  Chapters: 00:00 – Cold Open 00:35 – The SaaS-polcalypse discussion  4:55 – AI Change Management in Large vs. Small Companies 05:43 – “Is Software Eating the World?”  08:38 – Addressing the Unsolved Problems  14:00 – The Noise of the Last Month vs. Excitement  21:32  – What Proportion of GDP is Tech?  23:20 – Market Cap Shifts 25:02 – As a Company, When Should You Sell?  29:05 – Multi-Product Bundle Defense  30:45 – Conclusion

    Geekshow Podcast
    Geekshow Helpdesk: AI is cannibalizing our Tech

    Geekshow Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 69:03


    Tony: -Carbonation Station: Georgia Peach Arizona Energy   -Snapmaker U1 early Impressions   -Incoming Apple Event: https://www.engadget.com/computing/laptops/apples-next-event-is-set-for-march-4-145931890.html   -Update on the Moderna Flu Shot Rejection: https://arstechnica.com/health/2026/02/trump-official-overruled-fda-scientists-to-reject-modernas-flu-shot/ Jarron:  -Rivian reported a profit! https://tech.slashdot.org/story/26/02/15/2333200/rivians-stock-spikes-27-after-reporting-144-million-profit-in-2025?utm_source=rss0.9mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed   -Micron produces PCIe 6.0 SSD: https://hardware.slashdot.org/story/26/02/17/1710225/microns-pcie-60-ssd-hits-mass-production-at-28-gbs?utm_source=rss0.9mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed   -Western Digital is out of hard drives: https://hardware.slashdot.org/story/26/02/16/188251/western-digital-is-sold-out-of-hard-drives-for-2026?utm_source=rss0.9mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed   -End-to-end encrypted RCS coming to iPhones: https://www.theverge.com/tech/879792/apple-iphone-android-rcs-messages-end-to-end-encrypted Owen: -Robot. Boxing. Need I say more. https://restofworld.org/2026/chinese-robot-boxing-unitree-rek/   -This tracks. https://www.theverge.com/report/879327/eva-ai-cafe-dating-ai-companions Lando: -Elon Musk wants to move the cloud to space! https://apnews.com/article/elon-musk-orbital-ai-data-centers-xai-spacex-92bc8ad95593bf3b5b801ddf36427194   -New law to prevent electronic price gouging. https://gizmodo.com/dems-want-to-ban-surveillance-pricing-at-big-grocery-stores-2000722182

    Worldwide Exchange
    AI bot swarms, security fears, and the next tech investment boom 2/19/26

    Worldwide Exchange

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 43:58


    Markets confront a new phase of the AI revolution as autonomous bot swarms promise huge productivity gains but raise serious cybersecurity and disinformation risks. Plus, experts warn AI driven influence campaigns could threaten elections and national security as regulation lags behind innovation. And later, investors eye massive opportunities across AI infrastructure, quantum computing, and energy demand as the sector's total addressable market races toward trillions.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Blacksnake Bytes
    Blacksnake Bytes Ep. 34 - Services in the Spotlight Part 1

    Blacksnake Bytes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 43:13


    U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Natalie Sonner, sustainment flight chief, and Tech. Sgt. Christopher Wilkinson, fitness non-commissioned officer, both assigned to the 122nd Fighter Wing, Fort Wayne, Ind., discuss duties, responsibilities and training of the force support squadron, January 9, 2026. Sonner and Wilkinson share stories and experiences from their service in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air National Guard audio by Tech. Sgt. Kathleen LaCorte)

    Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast
    Kolby's Corner: Peter Bourque Decommit Fallout, Kamauryn Morgan Update & Portal Sleepers

    Inside the Tunnel: A Virginia Tech Sports Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 41:41


    Top247 QB Peter Bourque update, the latest on Kamauryn Morgan's eligibility (and where Virginia Tech stands), under-the-radar transfers to know, plus some Tech team notes to close. Follow! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Freightvine
    Erin Van Zeeland | Coming Full Circle with Freight Tech in the TL Industry

    Freightvine

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 46:07


    In this episode, Erin Van Zeeland discusses the massive technological transformation of the logistics industry in general, and Schneider specifically. Here are Three Key Takeaways 1.AI and Digital Transformation: The company has transitioned from manual processes to using specialized "logistics bots" that interpret customer intent and automate maintenance requests. This technology allows for human-free transactions in routine operations, increasing speed and allowing the team to focus on high-value, complex problem-solving. 2. Strategic Network Engineering: Known as the "secret sauce," Schneider layers dedicated accounts with one-way networks. By matching complementary regional shippers, they maximize driver productivity and asset utilization. This engineering reduces empty miles and creates a more efficient, stable logistics environment. 3. Sustainability and Market Outlook: Schneider reached a milestone of 10 million zero-emission miles in 2025. They also view intermodal transport as a vital green solution. Van Zeeland anticipates a gradual market tightening driven by supply-side regulations and low margins rather than a sudden demand surge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Buck's Beat
    The Buck Belue Show 2-18-26 Hour 1

    Buck's Beat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 47:14


    Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weeknight from 6-8pm on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! Buck’s Big Take – Joey Aguilar combine What’s Poppin’ - US defeats Sweden Chop It Up Nick Kitchens from GA Own Credit Union See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Buck's Beat
    The Buck Belue Show 2-18-26 Hour 2

    Buck's Beat

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 46:00


    Hear "The Buck Belue Show" every weeknight from 6-8pm on 680 The Fan ad 93.7 FM, the 680 The Fan App available on Apple and Android, with your Smart Speaker by saying Alexa or wherever you get and listen to your favorite podcast! Get the latest on Georgia sports, newsmakers, and more! Say What?! Braves ST headlines Chuck Kinnebrew and Horace King NL East See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Eye On A.I.
    #322 Amanda Luther: The Widening AI Value Gap (Inside BCG's AI Research)

    Eye On A.I.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 54:09


    In this episode of Eye on AI, Craig Smith speaks with Amanda Luther, Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group and global lead of BCG's AI Transformation practice, about what their latest 1,500-company AI study reveals about the widening gap between AI leaders and laggards. Only 5% of companies are truly "future-built" with AI embedded across their core business functions. These firms are seeing measurable gains in revenue growth, EBIT margins, and shareholder returns. Meanwhile, 60% of organizations are either experimenting or struggling to extract real value. Amanda breaks down how BCG measures AI maturity across 41 capabilities, how AI impact flows through the P&L, and why leading companies invest twice as much in AI as their competitors. She explains where AI is actually creating value today, from sales and marketing to procurement and retail operations, and why most of that value comes from core business functions, not back-office automation. The conversation also explores the rise of agentic systems, why many early agent deployments fail, and what it really takes to redesign workflows around AI. Amanda shares practical advice for companies stuck in experimentation mode, how to prioritize the right use cases, and why training and change management matter more than chasing the perfect vendor. If you want to understand how AI is reshaping competitive advantage in enterprise organizations, this episode provides a data-backed look at what separates the leaders from everyone else.   Stay Updated: Craig Smith on X: https://x.com/craigssEye on A.I. on X: https://x.com/EyeOn_AI   (00:00) The AI Value Gap (01:17) Inside BCG's 1,500-Company AI Study (04:14) What "Future-Built" Companies Do Differently (09:30) How AI Impact Is Measured on the P&L (12:57) Why AI Leaders Invest 2X More (14:16) Where AI Is Driving Real Cost Reduction (16:20) Agentic AI: Hype vs Reality (20:13) Where Agents Actually Create Value (24:22) Tech vs Talent: Where the Money Goes (26:58) Will AI Laggards Slowly Disappear? (31:58) Why Adoption Is Accelerating Now (40:07) How to Start: Amanda's Advice to AI Laggards  

    Lynch and Taco
    Tech It Out February 19, 2026: Zuckerberg grilled on the stand in META trial

    Lynch and Taco

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 9:01 Transcription Available


    Looks like game consoles are about to become more expensive...what is driving this? We'll tell you, Apple announces special international event to reveal new products on March 4 and plenty more science and technology news in this week's 'Tech It Out'

    Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast
    BONUS EPISODE: Local Carwash vs. Corporate Chains: How Independents Can Win | Ver-tech Labs

    Wash Talk: The Carwash Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 15:30


    When a large corporate carwash breaks ground nearby, many independent operators panic — but they shouldn't. In this PC&D Executive Spotlight, host Brian Ankney sits down with Tara Baugher of Ver-tech Labs to explain why local carwash owners still have the upper hand. From protecting membership counts to leveraging community connections, Tara shares practical, boots-on-the-ground strategies that help independent operators compete — and win — against larger chains.

    Plus
    Názory a argumenty: Marek Hudema: Zrychlení odpisů na plakátech moc nefunguje, ale víc se vyplatí

    Plus

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 2:44


    Vláda Andreje Babiše (ANO) slibuje nastartovat českou ekonomiku a zřejmě to myslí vážně. Nebo to tak aspoň zní, když mluví ministr průmyslu a obchodu Karel Havlíček (ANO). Otázka je, jak to udělat a zda půjde o dlouhodobý výkon založený na investicích a produktivitě, nebo o krátkodobý ekonomický doping.

    Dr Marketing Tips Podcast
    Beyond HIPAA: Navigating the New Wave of Digital Privacy Lawsuits

    Dr Marketing Tips Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 36:26


    In 2026, the landscape of digital privacy in healthcare has shifted dramatically. It's no longer just about staying HIPAA compliant; it's about navigating a "wild west" of state-level consumer data laws, aggressive class-action lawsuits, and the end of surveillance-based marketing.In this first of a two-part series, Jennifer and Corey break down why your standard Google Analytics setup might actually be a liability and how 20 different state regulatory environments are changing the rules for healthcare marketers. We discuss the rise of a new cottage industry of privacy litigation and why "Accept Cookies" banners are no longer enough to protect your practice.Key Takeaways:The New Privacy Landscape: Why privacy is becoming a standalone regulatory category separate from HIPAA.The Google Analytics Problem: Understanding why HHS and OCR guidance suggests that tools like Google Analytics can create PHI violations simply by tracking IP addresses on condition pages.State-Specific Hazards: A look at the strict laws already on the books in Washington, Nevada, Connecticut, and Maryland.The Ambulance Chasers of Tech: How law firms are targeting practices for pixel-related tracking violations.Trust as a Commodity: Why protecting patient data from big tech is now a brand differentiator and a way to build long-term patient loyalty.

    And I Quote: Building Relationships with Insurance Agents and Small Business Owners
    Why Relationships Still Win in a Tech-Driven Insurance World

    And I Quote: Building Relationships with Insurance Agents and Small Business Owners

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 4:24


    Independent insurance agency growth is still driven by one core factor: trust.While automation and instant quoting have reshaped insurance, relationship-driven agencies consistently outperform transactional competitors, especially when it comes to small business insurance. In our first episode of our new series, Under 10, we examine why trust compounds and why speed alone does not create loyalty.“Speed earns attention. Trust earns retention.”This episode explores how independent agents can use technology to remove friction without weakening client relationships. It also emphasizes the impact that partnerships, communication consistency, and post-bind engagement directly has on long-term book value.Key industry themes covered:- Independent insurance agent growth strategy- Client retention in small business insurance- Relationship-driven selling vs. transactional selling- Insurance automation and trust-building- Agency scalability without losing personalizationCoterie Insurance supports independent agents with fast, digital-first small business insurance solutions built to strengthen, not replace, relationships.Explore more: https://coterieinsurance.com“Technology can start a relationship. Only people can sustain one.”#IndependentInsurance #SmallBusinessInsurance #InsuranceAgents #AgencyGrowth #InsuranceTechnology

    The Anna-Ly-sis
    Tech roundup Feb. 19, 2026

    The Anna-Ly-sis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 1:35


    Tech headlines from DC, Maryland and Virginia on Feb. 19, 2026

    Turn Down for Watt
    Tech Charged Episode 30 - Fords New EV Lineup, Everdrive Update and Lots more

    Turn Down for Watt

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 102:30


    On this episode of Tech Charged we are covering how the Everdrive Project is progressing, Fords new EV announcement and much much more.

    Mike's Daily Podcast
    Episode 3258: Moons!

    Mike's Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 29:53


    Mike Matthews investigates the fascinating news from the middle of the week and Mike answers what is happening in the odd world of models. Join Mike as he podcasts live from Café Anyway in podCastro Valley with Benita, the Disgruntled Fiddle Player, and the Brewmaster. Next show Mike Talks to Madame Rootabega, Valentino, and Bison Bentley.

    Cloud Realities
    RR001: This is Realities Remixed & big trends for 2026

    Cloud Realities

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 58:53


    Realities Remixed, formerly know as Cloud Realities, launches a new season exploring the intersection of people, culture, technology, and society. Hosts Dave Chapman, Esmee van de Giessen, and Rob Kernahan unpack 2026's defining trends, from AI and sovereignty to adaptability and automation, offering fresh insight, candid reflections, and forward‑looking conversations shaping the year ahead. TLDR00:20 – Introduction of Realities Remixed02:30 – Why the show evolved?04:50 – Dig in with the team: Predictions for 202606:40 – Macro trends13:00 – Sovereignty 17:40 – Agentic AI22:17 – Human–AI interaction26:06 – Cloud trends30:42 – AI scaling, domain‑specific models35:03 – Adoption lag39:34 – Physical AI43:47 – Quantum computing48:21 – Hardware acceleration50:30 – Cybersecurity52:38 – Season outlook HostsDave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ SoundBen Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ 'Realities Remixed' is an original podcast from Capgemini

    Clownfish TV: Audio Edition
    Highguard LIED About Being Indie and Now It's TOAST?

    Clownfish TV: Audio Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 12:23


    Highguard was reportedly bankrolled by Tencent, meaning it was never the plucky little indie game it was being portrayed as. And it also could explain why this game no one had ever heard of got the most coveted spot at The Game Awards. Yet the game still crashed and burned spectacularly, and it looks like the site might actually be down. And the devs blame YOU, the gamers, for rejecting it. And the "YouTube chuds."Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify.CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles.Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTVOn Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvgOn Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629

    The Peel
    Garry Tan on the Past, Present, and Future of YC

    The Peel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 83:57


    Gary Tan is the President and CEO of Y Combinator.YC is the startup accelerator behind companies like Airbnb, Stripe, Coinbase, Reddit, Twitch, and thousands more. According to Garry, they've invested in 20% of all startups worth $5B or more started since 2012.Gary has lived every side of the YC ecosystem. He went through YC as a founder, later became a partner, started Initialized Capital where he backed companies like Coinbase and Instacart, and then returned to lead YC.We walk through the different “eras” of YC, from the early Paul Graham and Jessica Livingston days in Cambridge, to scaling in San Francisco, to today's push back toward in person community and what Gary calls “founder mode” for the organization itself.We also talk about why the Bay Area still matters so much for startups, what's happening with California taxes and policy, and why Gary has gotten more involved in local politics to keep it the best place for founders to build companies.Then we go deep on the parts of startups people don't talk about enough. Co-founder conflict, rage quitting, therapy and coaching, and why companies inevitably take on the personality and emotional patterns of their founders.We also cover what YC looks for in applications, how the 13 week batch is structured, how Demo Day really works, how to choose the right investors, and what Gary thinks the next phase of YC looks like, including helping founders even after Series A.At the end, Gary shares his personal AI workflow, including meta prompting, comparing outputs across models, and the tools he uses every day to think and build faster.Try Numeral, the end-to-end platform for sales tax and compliance: https://www.numeral.com⁠Sign-up for Flex Elite with code TURNER, get $1,000: https://form.typeform.com/to/Rx9rTjFzTimestamps:(0:05) Moving from Winnipeg to California as a kid(1:35) How YC interviews work(2:55) The first batch in 2005(6:46) Why YC moved from Boston to SF(8:17) California's Billionaire Tax(11:00) Tech should care about public policies(17:01) Going direct to your audience(20:28) The 2nd Era of YC(24:01) Rage quitting Palantir, learning to understand himself(32:41) Co-founder conflict kills most startups(35:15) Joining YC as a group partner(37:22) Initialized Fund 1 (55x DPI)(39:44) Why Garry went back to lead YC(42:44) YC funds 20% of all $5B+ companies(44:30) Lessons from Brian Chesky(48:01) Garry's thoughts on YC rejection(51:41) How to get into YC(58:03) What it's like inside a 13-week YC batch(1:02:23) 20% of YC is hard tech(1:05:55) YC's 3rd era: founder mode, re-batching(1:07:56) Escaping the matrix(1:11:26) Garry's personal AI stack(1:20:25) Tech optimismReferencedY Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/Initialized Capital: https://initialized.com/Torch: https://torch.io/Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/OpenAI: https://openai.com/Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/Kyle Vogt on his new startup: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQoFbvyWEy8Follow Aaron Levie on X: https://x.com/levieFollow GaryTwitter: https://x.com/garytanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garytan/Follow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/

    Double Tap Canada
    Affordable Smart Canes, AI Glasses, and Braille Tech from Vienna

    Double Tap Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 56:00


    Explore the latest tech and accessibility insights from the Zero Project Conference in Vienna with Steven Scott, Shaun Preece, and the ever-charismatic Mr. F. From innovative assistive devices to affordable smart canes and Meta's conversation-focus glasses, this episode uncovers the real challenges and opportunities in accessible technology. In this engaging episode of Double Tap, Steven reports from Vienna at the bustling Zero Project Conference, where leaders in accessibility and assistive technology converge. He shares first-hand experiences of cutting-edge tech, including Meta's AI-powered conversation-focus glasses, affordable smart canes from Torchit, and dual-purpose wearable OCR devices for blind users. The team explores the importance of engaging the disabled community during product development, discusses the high cost of assistive tech, and debates why so many innovations duplicate existing features without improving on them. Mr. F adds humour and perspective, sharing stories from the conference floor, speed networking, and the quirks of modern devices like smart TVs. From the future of AI-powered smart homes to the upcoming Focus 40 6th Generation braille display, the conversation digs deep into the state of accessibility today, why cost and awareness remain barriers, and how much potential there is for truly inclusive innovation. Relevant Links Zero Project: https://zeroproject.org Find Double Tap online: YouTube, Double Tap Website---Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedin Subscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheart About Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited. "Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Un jour dans le monde
    La tech la première du jeudi 19 février 2026

    Un jour dans le monde

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 5:43


    durée : 00:05:43 - La tech la première Vous aimez ce podcast ? Pour écouter tous les autres épisodes sans limite, rendez-vous sur Radio France.

    Business daily
    AI develops code faster and more reliably, solving telecom industry 'bottleneck': Airties CEO

    Business daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 6:41


    As world leaders and tech executives congregate in New Delhi for the AI Impact Summit, we spoke to Metin Taskin, CEO of Airties, about the impact the technology is having on the telecom sector. He explained that AI allows for faster and more reliable coding, which was one of the industry's biggest bottlenecks. He also addressed other telecom sector trends, notably the high "customer churn" between operators as clients seek out better connectivity.

    Science Fiction - Daily Short Stories
    Beyond Lies the Wub - Philip K Dick

    Science Fiction - Daily Short Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2026 15:51 Transcription Available


    Listen Ad Free https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

    Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy
    Josh Kushner - Concentration and Conviction - [Invest Like the Best, EP.459]

    Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 63:04


    This is my second conversation with Josh Kushner, founder and managing partner of Thrive Capital. I recorded this conversation in October after publishing the Colossus cover story about him and Thrive. Given the overwhelming response, we created some breathing room before releasing it. Josh started Thrive in 2011. The firm now manages approximately $50 billion with a very small investment team. What makes Thrive different is how concentrated they are and how involved they get with their portfolio companies. We cover the iconic investments that defined Thrive: Instagram, Stripe, GitHub, and spend a lot of time on OpenAI. Josh explains how Thrive thinks about investing today and the three categories they're currently focused on. Josh also talks about building the firm, why they keep the team small, and what he's learned from A24 about enabling artists to do their best work. He shares personal stories that shaped him, including his grandmother's experience surviving the Holocaust, and lessons from Stan Druckenmiller, Jon Winkelried, and others at formative moments in Thrive's history. Please enjoy my great conversation with Josh Kushner. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  ----- Become a Colossus member to get our quarterly print magazine and private audio experience, including exclusive profiles and early access to select episodes. Subscribe at ⁠colossus.com/subscribe⁠. ----- ⁠Ramp's⁠ mission is to help companies manage their spend in a way that reduces expenses and frees up time for teams to work on more valuable projects. Go to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ramp.com/invest⁠⁠ to sign up for free and get a $250 welcome bonus. ----- Trusted by thousands of businesses, ⁠Vanta⁠ continuously monitors your security posture and streamlines audits so you can win enterprise deals and build customer trust without the traditional overhead. Visit ⁠vanta.com/invest⁠.  ----- ⁠WorkOS⁠ is a developer platform that enables SaaS companies to quickly add enterprise features to their applications. Visit⁠⁠ ⁠WorkOS.com⁠⁠⁠ to transform your application into an enterprise-ready solution in minutes, not months. ----- ⁠Rogo⁠ is an AI-powered platform that automates accounts payable workflows, enabling finance teams to process invoices faster and with greater accuracy. Learn more at ⁠Rogo.ai/invest⁠. ----- ⁠Ridgeline⁠ has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. Visit⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ridgelineapps.com⁠. ----- Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thepodcastconsultant.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). Timestamps: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:02:43) Intro: Josh Kushner (00:03:46) How Thrive Has Changed Since 2023 (00:05:18) Thrive's Entrepreneurial Culture (00:12:22) The Power of Small Teams (00:13:35) Sponsors (00:14:35) Concentration as Differentiation (00:16:16) The Github Deal (00:18:08) Lesson from Stan Druckenmiller (00:20:37) Leading Stripe's $50 Billion Round (00:23:16) Instagram: Doubling an Investment in Days (00:25:43) Isomorphic: Thrive as an Enabling Technology (00:27:04) Thrive & A24 (00:28:19) OpenAI: The Product Josh Couldn't Unsee (00:32:09) Pricing the OpenAI Investment (00:33:40) OpenAI and Power (00:35:26) Finding Joy in Hard Work (00:39:15) Inside View of the Tech & AI Landscape (00:42:28) Three Investment Categories Thrive is Focused On (00:44:37) Thrive Holdings: Inside-Out Disruption (00:48:54) Competition in Venture (00:50:49) Sponsors (00:51:48) Thrive's Immutable Values (00:54:21) A Family Story of Survival (00:56:43) The American Dream (00:58:03) What Artists Can Teach Investors (01:00:26) Never Compromise Your Values (01:01:33) The Story Behind Josh's Forever Watch

    Sickboy
    16% Diaphragm, 100% Genius: How AI is Saving Cho's Voice

    Sickboy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 62:18


    What happens when your body is slowly losing its ability to breathe, but your brain is busy building the future of technology? This week, the fellas (and a very helpful Brock) sit down with Chouaieb (Cho), an AI Black Belt at Google who is quite literally using technology as a personal savior. Cho lives with Ulrich Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (UCMD), a rare condition that has left his diaphragm functioning at just 16% capacity. For Cho, the "AI revolution" isn't about deepfakes or taking jobs - it's about cloning his own voice so he can keep telling stories to his three kids after his inevitable tracheostomy. We dive into the raw logistics of "engineering a life": from why he has to basically dehydrate himself just to sit through a podcast, to the nightmare of calling 50 hotels just to find one with a bed that fits a medical lift. It's a conversation about "Career Pivots," the BS "Saint or Pity" binary society forces on disabled people, and why Cho identifies more as an entrepreneur than a patient.Connect with Cho:LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nemriInstagram: @choe_nemriMentorship & Advocacy:FREE Mentorship (Disabled in Tech): https://cal.com/nemri/disabilityProfessional Paid Mentorship: https://mentorcruise.com/mentor/chouaiebnemri/Cho's Accessibility Projects:* Airbnb Accessibility Analyzer: https://github.com/cnemri/airaccess* WheelAir: A repository of airline wheelchair policies: https://wheelair.netlify.app/You can watch this entire episode over on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0EVgIbBQOxtKJ4qjAlfeutzZRfCGV8nbFollow Sickboy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sickboypodcastTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sickboypodcastDiscord: https://discord.gg/expeUDN

    Radical Candor
    AI Gods, Space Empires, and the Stories Tech Uses to Justify Power with Adam Becker 8|3

    Radical Candor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 66:51


    What if the loudest stories about the future—AI gods, Mars colonies, digital immortality—aren't science at all, but science fiction masquerading as inevitability? In this episode of The Radical Candor Podcast, Kim Scott and Amy Sandler are joined by science journalist and astrophysicist Adam Becker (PhD in computational cosmology), author of More Everything Forever. Adam breaks down the “big three” myths that dominate Silicon Valley's imagination: space colonization, superintelligent god-like AI, and the singularity. He explains why both the utopian and apocalyptic versions of AI stories often share the same assumption—unimaginable AI power—and why that assumption doesn't match reality. They also explore the deeper pattern underneath these myths: the belief that every problem can be solved with technology (usually computer technology), even when the barriers are political and social—collective action, persuasion, solidarity, and power. Along the way, Adam shares how he stayed sane while writing about “seriously disturbing ideas,” and why reconnecting with the natural world (and real human relationships) is a necessary antidote to screen-mediated life. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the “AI will save us” vs. “AI will doom us” debate, this conversation offers a clearer, more grounded frame—and a reminder that being human matters. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠ Resources for show notes: ⁠Adam Becker's website⁠ ⁠More, Everything, Forever book page⁠ ⁠Adam Becker on Star Talk podcast⁠ ⁠Dave Troy presents: Understanding TESCREAL with Dr. Timnit Gebru and Émile Torres⁠ ⁠Why Silicon Valley's Most Powerful People Are So Obsessed With Hobbits⁠ Referenced in conversation: Blade Runner (as an example of dystopian sci-fi being misunderstood) Star Wars / Jabba the Hutt (as an example of misreading stories) Lord of the Rings / Palantír (as a cautionary reference) Jurassic Park (“they didn't stop to consider whether they should”) Public libraries (as a civic good worth supporting) Chapters: (00:00) Introduction Kim and Amy welcome Adam Becker to unpack Silicon Valley's stories about the future. (06:06) The Myths Driving Tech Ideology Space colonization, superintelligent AI, and the singularity—and why they don't hold up. (11:52) When Sci-Fi Turns into Strategy How dystopian stories get misread as roadmaps (Palantir, “Torment Nexus,” and more). (15:06) More Everything Forever Why endless expansion feels inevitable in tech—and why Adam argues it's flawed. (21:24) “Can” vs. “Should” Why tech leaders dodge both questions—and what that reveals about power. (23:19) You Can't Escape Politics by Going to Space Why “Mars as a reset button” is a fantasy—and politics follows humans everywhere. (33:22) AI Doom vs. AI Utopia Why both narratives rely on the same shaky assumption about “AGI.” (37:21) Solidarity as a Counterbalance Why labor organizing matters when leadership values diverge from workers' values. (41:02) “AGI Will Fix Climate” Why betting on future AI while burning more energy now is a dangerous logic trap. (01:03:50) Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Team Human
    Do Tech Billionaires Want Us Dead? (w/ Taylor Lorenz)

    Team Human

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 64:27


    Is the online safety legislation moving through Congress actually a Trojan horse for mass surveillance? And do the tech billionaires building our future actually care if the rest of us survive it?Rushkoff sits down with Taylor Lorenz, the internet's premier culture reporter and founder of User Mag, to discuss her departure from legacy media (The New York Times, The Washington Post) and the dangerous reality of the new tech authoritarianism.From the misogyny of the 2013 "Selfie" panic to the rise of "maximalist" human aesthetics, Lorenz and Rushkoff break down how to reclaim the internet from the billionaires who view humanity as a problem to be solved (or eliminated).Check out User Mag: https://usermag.coFollow Taylor Lorenz: @TaylorLorenzTeam Human is proudly sponsored by Everyone's Earth.Learn more about Everyone's Earth: https://everyonesearth.com/Change Diapers: https://changediapers.com/Cobi Dryer Sheets: https://cobidryersheets.com/Use the code “rush10” to receive 10% off of Cobi Dryer sheets: https://cobidryersheets.com/Support Team Human on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teamhumanFollow Team Human with Douglas Rushkoff:Instagram: https:/www.instagram.com/douglasrushkoffYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@douglasrushkoffTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/douglasrushkoffBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/rushkoff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Squawk on the Street
    Tech Gains, Meta-Nvidia "Millions," Titans and the AI trade 2/18/26

    Squawk on the Street

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 42:54


    Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored Wednesday's gains in the tech sector, one day after the Nasdaq snapped a four-session losing streak and Amazon ended nine consecutive days of losses. Meta expands its deal with Nvidia to purchase millions of chips from the world's most valuable company. The anchors also discussed the latest on Anthropic and the most dominant AI titans. Also in focus: Microsoft as this year's worst performer among the Magnificent 7, Palo Alto Networks slides, what Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos told CNBC about regulatory issues and the company's offer to buy Warner assets, Oil rises on U.S.-Iran tensions, "Faber Report" on MSG Sports exploring a split of its New York Knicks and Rangers businesses. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    HVAC Know It All Podcast
    The Overhead Mistakes Business Owners Make to Scale Lean and Boost Profitability - Robyn Hass Part 2

    HVAC Know It All Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 22:40


    In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes of WorkHero talk with Robyn Hass, Founder and Fractional CFO of Mainstreet MEP™ by HVAC Office Solutions and Trade Finance in Ten Podcast, and Fractional MEP CFO/CHRO, FP&A and Change Management Consultant of Robyn Hass Consulting. Robyn shares her insights on managing overhead, scaling efficiently in a service business, and the importance of systems and processes in supporting growth without unnecessary expansion. Whether you're a solo operator or scaling a team, Robyn provides practical advice on reducing operational inefficiencies, improving field-to-office communication, and ensuring good financial practices.   Expect to Learn: -Strategies to control overhead as a business grows - The importance of lean processes and how to cut unnecessary complexity - Best practices for ensuring technicians stay accountable and contribute to accurate data collection - How to use data to gain insights into your business's performance and project cash flow - Advice on supporting solo contractors and small businesses - What it really takes to scale and when to keep things small   Timestamps: [00:00] - Introduction [00:59] - Managing Overhead During Growth [03:38] - Tech-to-Admin Ratio in the Field [07:02] - Importance of Field Data and Receipt Capture [08:41] - Managing Cash Flow and Invoicing Best Practices [10:07] - Training Technicians and Software Adoption [28:25] - Ongoing Training and Communication [14:17] - Supporting Solo Technicians and Small Businesses [18:54] - New Business Offerings: Bootcamps & Reporting Tools [20:43] - Final Thoughts   Follow Robyn Hass: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrobynh/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mainstreet-mep  Company Website: https://myhvacoffice.com/    Follow Gary McCreadie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/     Follow Furman Haynes on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Furmanhaynes/  WorkHero: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workherohvac/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/