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What is happening at HPE Discover?This week Technology Now is bobbing along at HPE Discover Las Vegas 2026 at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas, HPE's annual customer and partner event. We ask what's changed since last year in the tech industry, how is HPE responding to the ever increasing rate of evolution in the sector, and what should our businesses and organizations be on the look out for in the next 12 months. Antonio Neri, President and CEO of HPE joins the show to tell us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations. This episode is available in both audio and video formats.About Antonio Neri: https://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/antonio-neri.html

Episode 76 – Zu Gast: Chris Schoder von Erlebnis IrlandIn dieser Episode erwartet euch eine Premiere bei A Bavarian Stranded in Ireland: Zum ersten Mal ist ein Gast im Podcast zu Besuch.Chris Schoder vom Podcast Erlebnis Irland spricht mit mir über seine langjährige Faszination für die Grüne Insel, die Entstehung seines Podcasts und darüber, warum Irland für ihn weit mehr ist als nur ein Reiseziel.Gemeinsam sprechen wir über die Menschen Irlands, die irische Kultur, Mythologie und Geschichte, spannende Recherchereisen, persönliche Lieblingsorte und die Frage, wie unterschiedlich Irland aus der Perspektive eines langjährigen Reisenden und eines Auswanderers wahrgenommen wird.Außerdem werfen wir einen Blick hinter die Kulissen von Erlebnis Irland und sprechen darüber, wie Themen entstehen, wie Interviewpartner gefunden werden und warum oft gerade die unbekannten Geschichten die spannendsten sind.Themen dieser EpisodeWie Chris und seine Frau ihr Herz an Irland verloren habenDie Entstehung des Podcasts Erlebnis IrlandWarum die Menschen für viele Besucher das Besondere an Irland sindDie irische Mythologie und ihre Bedeutung für das Verständnis der KulturRecherchereisen, Networking und die Suche nach spannenden GeschichtenAchill Island und die Faszination des irischen WestensDie Titanic-Ausstellungen in Belfast und CobhReisen mit Kindern in IrlandIrische Küche zwischen Irish Breakfast, Seafood Chowder, Soda Bread und regionalen SpezialitätenWest Cork, Bantry Bay und persönliche LieblingsorteDie Berichterstattung über die jüngsten Ereignisse in NordirlandUrlauber, Reisender oder Auswanderer – unterschiedliche Perspektiven auf IrlandMehr von Erlebnis Irland

Are we prepared for the deployment of a functional quantum computer? This week, Technology Now is returning to the topic of post quantum cryptography. We ask why the deadline for migrating to PQC enabled systems has been moved up, we discover what a quantum computer actually needs to be cryptographically relevant, and we pose the question: when it comes to migrating your systems to quantum resistant forms of encryption, could it already be too late for some people to start?This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.

Irland News Special – Die Unruhen von Belfast (Juni 2026)In dieser Sonderausgabe von A Bavarian Stranded in Ireland beschäftigen wir uns mit den schweren Ausschreitungen, die Nordirland seit Anfang der Woche erschüttern.Ausgelöst wurden die Ereignisse durch einen Messerangriff auf einen Mann im Norden von Belfast. In den Stunden und Tagen danach kam es zu Protesten, Ausschreitungen, Angriffen auf Einsatzkräfte sowie Brandanschlägen auf Wohnhäuser, Geschäfte und Fahrzeuge.Doch wie konnte die Situation innerhalb weniger Stunden so stark eskalieren?In dieser Episode werfen wir einen Blick auf die bekannten Fakten, die Hintergründe der Proteste und die politische Debatte, die inzwischen weit über Nordirland hinaus geführt wird.Themen der EpisodeDer Messerangriff in BelfastAm Abend des 8. Juni wurde ein 44-jähriger Mann im Norden Belfasts schwer verletzt.Der mutmaßliche Täter wurde noch am Tatort festgenommen und inzwischen einem Gericht vorgeführt.Der Vorfall sorgte innerhalb kürzester Zeit für landesweite Aufmerksamkeit und löste intensive Diskussionen über Sicherheit, Migration und gesellschaftliche Spannungen aus.Drei Nächte voller AusschreitungenBereits kurz nach Bekanntwerden des Angriffs versammelten sich Menschen auf den Straßen Belfasts.Während einige friedlich demonstrierten, kam es an mehreren Orten zu schweren Ausschreitungen.Wohnhäuser wurden in Brand gesetzt, Geschäfte beschädigt, Fahrzeuge zerstört und Polizei sowie Feuerwehr angegriffen.Die Unruhen breiteten sich dabei auch auf weitere Orte wie Ballyclare und Portadown aus.Migration, soziale Spannungen und politische DebattenDie Ereignisse werfen zahlreiche Fragen auf.Welche Rolle spielt die Einwanderungspolitik?Warum fanden die Ausschreitungen vor allem in sozial benachteiligten loyalistischen Vierteln statt?Und weshalb entwickelte sich aus einem einzelnen Gewaltverbrechen innerhalb weniger Stunden eine landesweite politische Debatte?In dieser Episode betrachten wir die unterschiedlichen Perspektiven auf die Ereignisse und ordnen sie in den gesellschaftlichen Kontext Nordirlands ein.Quellen & weiterführende LinksReuters: https://www.reuters.comRTÉ News: https://www.rte.ie/newsBBC News Northern Ireland: https://www.bbc.com/news/northern_irelandThe Irish News: https://www.irishnews.comBelfast Telegraph: https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.ukMehr vom Podcast & UpdatesInstagram, Facebook & Pinterest a_bavarian_stranded_in_irelandWhatsApp Channel https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaVcgvgFnSzHRcuurV1VKontaktabavarianstrandedinireland@gmail.comUnterstütze den Podcasthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/abavarian

A federal judge in Boston ruled that the Trump administration lacked the authority to impose a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, finding that only Congress can levy such a tax. The decision could have major implications for technology companies, hospitals and universities that rely on highly skilled foreign workers. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How is AI forcing our networks to change? This week, Technology Now is diving into the world of network architecture and asking how AI is forcing us to rethink what it looks like. We ask how AI requirements are different to regular computing, we explore why this makes cacheing obsolete, and we ask how our networks are going to continue changing into the future to cope with the demands of our new AI native world. AE Natarajan, SVP, general Manager for Routing Infrastructure Solutions, HPE networking, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About AE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ae-natarajan-b79202/

Hörerfrage des Monats: Ist Irland überhaupt noch typisch irisch?Irland hat sich in den letzten 30 Jahren stark verändert. Aus einem Land, das lange von Auswanderung geprägt war, wurde ein beliebtes Ziel für Menschen aus aller Welt. Doch was bedeutet das für die irische Identität?In dieser Hörerfrage des Monats sprechen wir über Einwanderung, kulturellen Wandel und darüber, ob Irland heute noch als „typisch irisch“ bezeichnet werden kann.Vielen Dank an Stefan für die Frage!Fragen, Anregungen oder Themenvorschläge?

Warum Deutsche Irland romantisierenGrüne Landschaften, gemütliche Pubs, traditionelle Musik und freundliche Menschen – für viele Deutsche ist Irland weit mehr als nur ein Urlaubsland. Die grüne Insel gilt oft als Sehnsuchtsort und Gegenmodell zum hektischen Alltag in Mitteleuropa.Doch warum eigentlich?In dieser Episode von A Bavarian Stranded in Ireland gehe ich der Frage nach, warum Irland in Deutschland häufig romantisiert wird und welche Faktoren dieses Bild geprägt haben.Wir sprechen unter anderem über:Die Rolle von Filmen, Büchern und Medien bei der Wahrnehmung IrlandsUrlaubserlebnisse entlang des Wild Atlantic Way und anderer spektakulärer LandschaftenDie besondere Faszination der irischen Pub- und MusikkulturDie Wahrnehmung der irischen Mentalität, Offenheit und HerzlichkeitWarum Irland für viele Menschen als entspannter Gegenentwurf zum Alltag in Deutschland erscheintDie Vorstellung eines einfacheren und entschleunigten Lebens auf der grünen InselAußerdem teile ich meine persönlichen Erfahrungen aus mittlerweile acht Jahren in Irland und beleuchte, welche dieser Vorstellungen sich bestätigt haben – und wo die Realität deutlich differenzierter aussieht.Denn auch Irland kennt steigende Lebenshaltungskosten, Wohnungsprobleme, Leistungsdruck im Berufsleben und lange, dunkle Wintermonate.Am Ende bleibt die Frage:Wie viel Romantik steckt im Irlandbild vieler Deutscher – und wie viel Realität?Fragen, Anregungen oder Themenvorschläge?Mehr vom Podcast & UpdatesInstagram, Facebook & Pinterest

How much power does the UK's fastest supercomputer use? This week, Technology Now returns to Isambard AI, the UK's most powerful supercomputer to find out how you run such a machine. We will explore how much energy it uses, how the system stays cool, and we ask if there are any planned future developments which could increase efficiency. Dr Emma Rose, Centre Manager for the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations. This episode is available in both video and audio formats.About Emma: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-rose-7951768a/

Adrian Weckler, technology editor of the Irish Times, and Patrick Walsh, CEO and founder of Dogpatch Labs, join Richard to discuss Meta's recent decision to cut one fifth of its workforce in Dublin, and whether this is the start of a great tech layoff due to AI.

HP’s MD and SVP for India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka Ipsita Dasgupta joins ET’s Anirban Chowdhury in the latest Corner Office Conversation to discuss why India’s PC story is still in its early stages — and how AI PCs, creators, SMEs and students could drive the next wave of growth. She explains why HP sees “a PC in every child’s hands” as a national opportunity, how AI-powered computing could change productivity for enterprises and creators alike, and why India may emerge as a critical manufacturing and innovation hub in the global tech supply chain. She also speaks candidly about women in leadership, risk-taking, workplace culture and building communities that help women succeed in tech.You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: X and LinkedinListen in to the episode of Corner Office Conversation with Sridhar Vembu, CEO, of Zoho Corporation, Corner Office Conversation with Gunjan Soni, Country Managing Director, Youtube India, Corner Office Conversation with G.V. Prasad, Co-Chairman and Managing Director Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd, Corner Office Conversation with Rajan Anandan, Managing Director, Peak XV & Surge and much more. Catch the latest episode of “Corner Office Conversation” on: Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts,and wherever you get your podcasts from.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hidden in the corner of a carpark in Bristol lies Isambard AI, the UK's fastest supercomputer. This week, Technology Now is visiting Isambard AI to find out how the system works, how it was designed and assembled in a modular way, and to discover what sort of projects it runs. Professor Simon McIntosh-Smith, Director of the Bristol Centre for Supercomputing, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations. This episode is available in both video and audio formats.About Simon:https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonmcintoshsmith/Sources:https://www.bristol.ac.uk/research/centres/bristol-supercomputing/articles/2025/isambard-ai-launches-july-2025.htmlhttps://www.uswitch.com/broadband/studies/broadband-speed-statistics/

reland News Digest – Mai 2026In dieser Episode von A Bavarian Stranded in Ireland werfen wir erneut einen Blick auf drei aktuelle Nachrichten aus Irland – von möglichen neuen Bahnverbindungen über einen tragischen Vorfall im Dubliner Stadtzentrum bis hin zum Besuch von König Charles in Nordirland.Ein kurzer Überblick darüber, was sich derzeit auf der grünen Insel tut. Themen der Episode Neue Hoffnung für die Bahnstrecke Dublin–NavanDie seit 1963 stillgelegte Bahnstrecke zwischen Dublin und Navan im County Meath soll wiedereröffnet werden.Nachdem der erste Abschnitt bis zum M3 Parkway bereits seit rund 15 Jahren wieder in Betrieb ist, scheint nun auch der weitere Ausbau Richtung Navan konkreter zu werden.Für tausende Pendler könnte damit die Zeit der größten Stadt Irlands ohne Bahnanschluss bald enden. Tragischer Vorfall auf der Henry Street in DublinEin 35-jähriger Mann aus dem Kongo starb nach einem Zwischenfall nahe des Kaufhauses Arnotts im Dubliner Stadtzentrum.Der Vorfall, bei dem laut Berichten zuvor auch ein älterer Mann verletzt wurde, führte landesweit zu Diskussionen über Sicherheit, Gewaltanwendung und gesellschaftliche Spannungen in Irland.Videos des Geschehens verbreiteten sich schnell in sozialen Medien und lösten Proteste und öffentliche Debatten aus. König Charles zu Besuch in NordirlandKönig Charles und Königin Camilla besuchten diese Woche Nordirland – ein Besuch mit großer symbolischer Bedeutung.Noch vor wenigen Jahrzehnten wären öffentliche Auftritte eines britischen Monarchen in republikanischen Teilen Nordirlands kaum denkbar gewesen.Der Besuch zeigt, wie sehr sich die Beziehungen zwischen Irland und Großbritannien seit dem Karfreitagsabkommen verändert haben. Quellen & weiterführende Linkshttps://www.irishrail.ie/en-ie/news/plans-for-new-navan-railway-publishedhttps://www.reuters.com/world/hundreds-protest-dublin-over-death-congolese-born-man-restrained-outside-store-2026-05-21/https://www.rte.ie/news/ulster/2026/0519/1574152-belfast-charles-camilla/ Mehr vom Podcast & UpdatesInstagram, Facebook & Pinterest a_bavarian_stranded_in_ireland WhatsApp Channelhttps://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaVcgvgFnSzHRcuurV1V Kontaktabavarianstrandedinireland@gmail.com

One of Anubha Sahasrabuddhe’s proudest moments was getting Chinese consumers to drink Coca-Cola – and lots of it. Earlier in her career, Sahasrabuddhe, now the chief executive of brewing giant Lion, was asked to go to China in the run-up to the Beijing Olympics and take on the competition, Pepsi. Sahasrabuddhe’s stint was a success, but there were also failures. The experience led the chief executive to adopt a strategy she says the tech industry has mastered. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the boss of Australia’s second biggest brewing company to find out how past mistakes have shaped future wins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irland verändert sich gerade massiv.Innerhalb weniger Jahrzehnte geht das Land von Torf, Kohle und Öl hin zu Windparks, Offshore-Projekten, Solarenergie und energiehungrigen Data Centres von Google, Amazon & Co.In dieser Folge spreche ich darüber:- warum Energie in Irland so ein emotionales Thema ist,- weshalb Turf für viele Menschen weit mehr als nur Brennstoff war,- wie der Celtic Tiger Irlands Energiebedarf explodieren ließ,- warum Strom in Irland oft extrem teuer ist,- weshalb Windenergie gleichzeitig Hoffnung und Streitpunkt ist,- und warum manche Politiker glauben, dass Irland langfristig Europas „grüne Batterie“ werden könnte.Außerdem geht es um:⚡ Offshore-Wind  ⚡ Data Centres & Housing Crisis  ⚡ Gasimporte über Großbritannien  ⚡ kalte irische Wohnungen  ⚡ typisch irische Infrastrukturprobleme  ⚡ und den ewigen Konflikt zwischen modernem Tech-Irland und ländlicher Tradition.Wie immer geht es dabei nicht nur um Fakten, sondern auch um das Lebensgefühl in Irland – zwischen Innovation, Improvisation und „Ah sure look“.———

The Tiger Sisters share the keys to collaborative communication.Good marketing communication doesn't just go one way. As the Tiger Sisters know, building a brand is about bringing your audience into the conversation.Cherie and Jean Luo are sisters, tech and finance experts, and co-hosts of the Tiger Sisters Podcast, a show about money, power, and love. Their approach to content creation mirrors how they think about communication: know your audience, stay curious, and embrace feedback. “We often think about our community as the co-producers of our episodes,” Cherie says. “Each episode we put out is like a mini product. Once we put it out, we can get feedback on whether or not people are resonating.”In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, the Tiger Sisters join host Matt Abrahams, sharing how they've built a thriving brand through collaboration — with each other and with their audience. From simplifying complex topics to crafting messages that resonate, the Luo's insights show why the best communication is about healthy back and forth.Episode Reference Links:Jean LuoCherie Brooke LuoTiger Sisters PodcastConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:34) - The Tiger Sisters Mission (04:10) - Going Viral on TikTok (06:00) - Explaining Complex Topics (07:56) - Learning from the Audience (10:05) - Working as Sisters & Co-Founders (13:05) - Reinventing Careers (14:31) - Family Expectations (16:20) - Personal Branding (18:57) - Teaching Through Storytelling (21:02) - The Final Three Questions (26:23) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.Strawberry.me. Get 50% off your first coaching session today at Strawberry.me/smartJoin our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

How safe is our data from internal threats? This week, Technology Now dives into the world of confidential computing. We ask why regular encryption when data is at rest or in transit might not be enough, we explore how confidential computing works to keep our data safer, and we examine why this concept is so important in the first place. Dr Nigel Edwards, Director of the Security Lab at HPE Labs, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Nigel:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigel-edwards-170591/

Cloudflare is the latest tech company to have mass layoffs, tossing 20% of their employees overboard and blaming AI. But is this really about AI adoption, or are tech companies just getting rid of the overpaid activists they've hired over the last 10 years? Are they planning on outsourcing more overseas? 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/ClownfishTV On Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvg On Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629 MORE CLOWNFISH TV - Official Merch Store: http://ClownfishMinus.com Facebook - https://facebook.com/ClownfishTV X - https://x.com/ClownfishTVcom Clownfish TV subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClownfishTVOfficial/ Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Tech #Amazon #AI #Computers #Podcast #Commentary #News #Reaction #Gaming #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech #Anime #FYP Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Tuesday’s edition of “Closer Look,” Rose Scott hosted a roundtable discussion with farmers from across the state. They explained how the war in Iran is leading to higher costs for fuel and fertilizer, plus the impact on their farms and consumers. They also highlighted how the agriculture industry must change to remain sustainable. Also, three Atlanta area HBCU students join the program to share how the CodeHouse Scholars Initiative is preparing them for a career in the tech industry and to make an impact on policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we ready for emerging cybersecurity threats in the world of AI? This week, Technology Now looks at how AI has changed the world of cybersecurity for both the good and the bad. We ask how AI is harnessed by attackers to try and gain access to our systems while also exploring how AI can be used defensively too. David Hughes, SVP SASE Security, HPE Networking, tells us more. This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-hughes-42751636/Sources: https://www.totalassure.com/blog/cyber-attack-statistics-by-year-2020-2025

How do you update a network without downtime? This week, Technology Now is diving into the world of telcos and how they keep critical infrastructure running while continuing to improve their systems. We ask how silos have been used historically by telcos, how AI and cloud are being embraced and how you manage the switch from old to new architecture without impacting users. Franz Seiser, Head of the Data Tribe at Deutche Telekom, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Franz:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franz-seiser-658b94/

Beth's digital avatar takes over the show to ask the question nobody in AI wants to answer — what if the money runs out before the robots show up? Four scenarios, a wild card, and a crash that might happen twice.

Bill Hilf has spent decades enterprise tech, open-source technologies, and AI, from IBM and Microsoft to running Paul Allen's portfolio as the CEO of Vulcan. He now chairs the Allen Institute for AI and American Prairie. His debut sci-fi novel, "The Disruption," imagines AI gone very wrong, and implicitly challenges the industry to think differently about how it's building our real future today. With GeekWire co-founder Todd Bishop. Edited by Curt Milton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do we have enough energy to go around? This week Technology Now investigates how organisations can use their energy more efficiently. We ask how important energy sovereignty should be, we consider the financial benefits of savvy energy use, and we explore potential ways in which waste heat could be repurposed. Karim Abou Zahab, a Principal Technologist with the Sustainable Transformation Team at HPE tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Karim:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karim-abouzahab/Sources:https://www.iea.org/reports/global-energy-review-2025/electricityhttps://www.neso.energy/energy-101/great-britains-monthly-energy-stats#:~:text=Great%20Britain's%20energy%20explained:%20March,lower%20demand%20across%20the%20country.

Recently, Seattle's tech workforce has been hit by wave after wave of layoffs. Some company execs say it's AI's fault. KUOW's Monica Nickelsburg joins Kimberly on today's show to share what she's hearing from tech workers. And, we'll get into another side of the AI boom: the push to build more data centers and the pushback from locals. Plus, a round of Seattle trivia!Here's everything we talked about today:"Booming" from KUOWWhy Seattle tech companies are still laying off workers from The Seattle Times"From coder to shuttle driver: Where Seattle's laid off tech workforce is now" from KUOW"A small town in Central Washington is Microsoft's answer to the data center backlash" from KUOW"What produce prompted the creation of the Market?" from the Pike Place Market Foundation"Seattle doesn't have many unicorns. Does it matter?" From GeekWire"Scents from a Mall: The Sticky, Untold Story of Cinnabon" from Seattle Met"Seattle area expected to generate $845 million from FIFA World Cup" from Fox 13 SeattleWe love hearing from you. Leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

Recently, Seattle's tech workforce has been hit by wave after wave of layoffs. Some company execs say it's AI's fault. KUOW's Monica Nickelsburg joins Kimberly on today's show to share what she's hearing from tech workers. And, we'll get into another side of the AI boom: the push to build more data centers and the pushback from locals. Plus, a round of Seattle trivia!Here's everything we talked about today:"Booming" from KUOWWhy Seattle tech companies are still laying off workers from The Seattle Times"From coder to shuttle driver: Where Seattle's laid off tech workforce is now" from KUOW"A small town in Central Washington is Microsoft's answer to the data center backlash" from KUOW"What produce prompted the creation of the Market?" from the Pike Place Market Foundation"Seattle doesn't have many unicorns. Does it matter?" From GeekWire"Scents from a Mall: The Sticky, Untold Story of Cinnabon" from Seattle Met"Seattle area expected to generate $845 million from FIFA World Cup" from Fox 13 SeattleWe love hearing from you. Leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

This is our daily Tech and Business report. KCBS Radio News Anchor Holly Quan spoke with Bloomberg Reporter Eliyahu Kamisher. Nvidia's CEO is encouraging people to move in to California; this after a group of billionaires exited the state because of high taxes and threats of a new levy.

How could considering the whole lifecycle of technology help save money? This week, Technology Now is diving into the world of HPE Financial Services and examining the importance of reuse and refurbishment in the rapidly changing technology ecosystem. Maeve Culloty, President and CEO of HPE Financial Services tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Maeve:https://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/maeve-culloty.htmlBathtub episode:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYAGoSXPceU&list=PLtS6YX0YOX4c12MoKvNgYw6zwNogLW3E7&index=52Sources:https://weee-forum.org/ws_news/of-16-billion-mobile-phones-possessed-worldwide-5-3-billion-will-become-waste-in-2022/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-magazine-monitor-288026460.034g gold per phone0.034 x 5.3x10^9 = 180,200,000g = 180,200kg180,200 x 2.2 = 396,440lbs

What is a self-driving network? This week, Technology Now is diving into self-driving networks 1-0-1. We explore what they are, how they work, and what benefits they have over regular networks to find out why an organisation might choose to use a self-driving one instead.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Sujai:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sujai-hajela-270a83/

Journalist Jacob Silverman writes that companies from Google to SpaceX have embraced war and lined up for lucrative contracts amidst the US-Israeli assault on Iran.

Why is data so important in the healthcare sector? This week, Technology Now is diving into the world of data analysis in healthcare. We will be asking how different methods of data analysis can lead to different outcomes, we'll be exploring how AI can be used to help find patterns in huge quantities of data, and we'll be asking how historical legal rulings still influence our healthcare sector today. Lisa Marceau founder and CEO of Joyous and Alpha Millennial Health, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Lisa:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamarceau/Sources: https://www.londonmuseum.org.uk/collections/london-stories/john-snow-cholera-broad-street-pump/Tulchinsky TH. John Snow, Cholera, the Broad Street Pump; Waterborne Diseases Then and Now. Case Studies in Public Health. 2018:77–99. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-12-804571-8.00017-2. Epub 2018 Mar 30. PMCID: PMC7150208.https://orwh.od.nih.gov/toolkit/recruitment/history Petersen I, Peltola T, Kaski S, et al., Depression, depressive symptoms and treatments in women who have recently given birth: UK cohort study, BMJ Open 2018;8:e022152. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-022152

Under the Trump administration, many entrepreneurs working on climate tech, renewable energy or environmental justice have found their grants delayed, threatened or rescinded. The federal headwinds threaten to slow Gov. Maura Healey's plans to make Massachusetts the global hub for climate tech.

Wait times at the New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport have been much longer than usual in recent weeks, especially during peak travel days. Some travelers have experienced hours-long delays, with lines stretching out of the building into the airport's parking garage. Aubri Juhasz has been covering this story for WWNO and WRKF. She joins with more.Nexus Louisiana has a lofty goal. The Baton Rouge-based startup accelerator wants to identify 1,000 founders of tech companies in Louisiana by the year 2035.Tony Zanders, president & CEO, Nexus Louisiana, joins us to share more about this organization's mission to energize the state's tech sector. Later on the show, we'll hear about a team of LSU researchers who are working on ways to get microplastics out of the environment. The tiny pieces of plastics can be ingested and remain in our bodies for a long time.The LSU team recently found a way to physically “trap” microplastics in water using an eco-friendly foam.Graduate student and researcher Kennedy Guillot joins us with more.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

In this episode of The Impostor Syndrome Files, we talk about what it takes to survive and thrive in the high-stakes world of big tech, especially as a woman in engineering. My guest this week is Jossie Haines, a leadership coach for engineering leaders and women in tech, whose journey spans major roles at companies like Apple, Zynga and Tile.Jossie opens up about the culture shock she experienced when she joined Apple, how impostor syndrome almost drove her out of the tech industry and the mindset shift that helped her reclaim her power and purpose. Together, we explore how hidden systems and subtle exclusion can erode your confidence, and what it looks like to rebuild it by honoring your strengths, setting boundaries and creating your own definition of success.About My GuestJossie Haines is an executive coach, fractional engineering leader, and AI advocate with over 25 years of experience at Apple, Tile, and Zynga. She helps engineering leaders succeed in their first 90 days, show up as the strategic leaders they were hired to be, and leverage AI to optimize their time. Her mission is to retain women in tech and empower leaders to build inclusive, high-performing teams.~Connect with Jossie:Website: www.jossiehaines.com Get Promoted Private Podcast: https://jossiehaines.com/get-promoted-podcast-signup/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jossiemann/~Connect with Kim and The Impostor Syndrome Files:Join the free Impostor Syndrome Challenge:https://www.kimmeninger.com/challengeLearn more about the Leading Humans discussion group:https://www.kimmeninger.com/leadinghumansgroupJoin the Slack channel to learn from, connect with and support other professionals: https://forms.gle/Ts4Vg4Nx4HDnTVUC6Join the Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadinghumansSchedule time to speak with Kim Meninger directly about your questions/challenges: https://bookme.name/ExecCareer/strategy-sessionConnect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmeninger/Website:https://kimmeninger.com

How are data centres tied to countries' data strategies? This week, Technology Now takes a step back to look at why and how countries are investing in AI projects. We ask how large data centres are funded, built and powered, we explore how technology is procured for these projects, and we examine the impact of these giant structures on data sovereignty. Talal al Kaissi, interim CEO of Core 42, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Talal:https://www.linkedin.com/in/talal-m-al-kaissi-20059a5/?originalSubdomain=aeSources:https://www.cargoson.com/en/blog/number-of-data-centers-by-countryhttps://regional.chinadaily.com.cn/hohhot/2022-06/08/c_793607.htmhttps://www.seas.upenn.edu/about/history-heritage/eniac/https://www.vailwilliams.com/from-first-generation-to-hyperscale-the-whirlwind-evolution-of-data-centres/ https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/worlds-first-general-purpose-computer-turns-75#:~:text=ENIAC%20weighed%2030%20tons%2C%20took,five%20million%20hand%2Dsoldered%20joints.https://www.themeasureofthings.com/results.php?search=10%2C700%2C000+square+feet+%28sq.+ft%29%2C+a+measure+of+area&unit=f2&comp=area&amt=10700000&searchTerm=10%2C700%2C000+square+feet+%28sq.+ft%29%2C+a+measure+of+area#google_vignette

How can technology be used in the fight against modern slavery? This week, Technology Now is exploring the impact of modern slavery and how technology can be used to try and reduce it. We ask what the scale of the problem is today, we examine what modern slavery can look like, and we discuss how organisations and consumers can work together to try and combat this practice. John Schultz, Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Administrative Officer and Corporate Secretary for HPE, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About John:https://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/john-schultz.htmlSources https://www.hpe.com/us/en/newsroom/blog-post/2025/12/when-good-intentions-are-not-enough-the-importance-of-data-and-ai-in-solving-the-modern-slavery-epidemic.htmlhttps://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/john-schultz.html

Most security decisions fail when the people doing the work don't have the information they need. Garrett Smith, Founder and CEO of Reveal Technology and a Marine Corps Reserve Lieutenant Colonel, explains how bottom-up product design changes defense outcomes—and what business leaders can learn about building technology people actually adopt. Listen to learn how compliance, procurement, and mission pressure shape what ships and what stalls. Garrett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgarrettsmith/ Reveal Technology: https://www.revealtech.ai Jon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-mclachlan Sasha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliaksandr-sinkevich YSecurity: https://www.ysecurity.io

Send a textWhat if the secret to high-performing teams isn't working harder, but putting happiness first?In this episode of Get Amplified, we sit down with technology strategist and former CTO advisor Richard Munro to explore an idea that challenges a lot of conventional leadership thinking: happiness comes before performance, not after it.This is a conversation of two halves: Storytelling in tech and happiness in work.What struck us most is that having spent his career in some of the most technical roles in the industry, Richard's biggest insight wasn't about technology. It was about people.Because even the best technology strategy fails if the team delivering it isn't happy, aligned, and energised.Richard's career spans everything from mainframes to CTO office of some of the biggest names in tech. Along the way he developed a powerful belief about leadership and strategy: context comes before everything.That's why he challenges the familiar “start with why” idea. Richard argues that the real starting point is “where.” Until you understand the context people are operating in, their constraints, pressures, ambitions, and environment, you can't truly understand their motivations.The conversation also explores how storytelling shapes strategy itself. But the most powerful part of the discussion comes when Richard reflects on leadership. After leading teams of every size, Richard reflects that great teams are built on happy individuals.Instead of waiting until the end of a project to celebrate success, Richard encourages us to identify the moments in a week that give people a genuine “fist pump”, those small wins that create energy, motivation, and momentum.He also shares three leadership principles that have guided him throughout his career:Guard your integrity. Don't be afraid to stand up for what's right.Tackle the problem in front of you. Don't wait for others to get started, just get stuck in.Think speed and scale and settle for good enough vs perfection.Richard's book recommendation, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor, reinforces the key idea from this conversation: happiness drives results, not the other way around.If you're interested in building high-performing teams, leading with authenticity, and translating complexity into meaningful action, this episode is packed with insight.Listen, share with a colleague who leads through change, and if it resonates, subscribe and leave a review so more people can find the show.We would love you to follow us on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplified-group/

What's happening at Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2026? This week, Technology Now is on the ground in Barcelona at the 20th Mobile World Congress to delve deeper into the future of networking. We ask what are the big themes of this year's Mobile World Congress, we explore why events like this are important to organisations like HPE, and we examine why consumers should care about events like this. Rami Rahim, President and General Manager, HPE Networking tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations. This episode is available in both video and audio formats.About Rami:https://www.hpe.com/uk/en/leadership-bios/rami-rahim.html

Technology is transforming how we live and work, and artificial intelligence is reshaping Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) in profound ways. In this episode, host Angie Dickson, President of the Inogen Alliance and EVP of Antea Group USA, is joined by Charlotte Buffoni, EHS Practice Director at Antea Group UK, Julie Kreger King, Senior Consultant and Technology Segment Leader at Antea Group USA, and Karl Huntzicker, Global VP of Health and Safety at Salesforce. Together they discuss how AI is being integrated into EHS practices, the challenges of trust and accuracy, the impact on the workforce, and the evolving role of EHS professionals in this new era. --------- Guest Quotes “AI is not the end all, be all… it needs to be guided, trained, and managed by humans consistently in order for it to be effective and accurate.” – Karl “Using AI can allow EHS teams to move away from repetitive tasks… freeing them up to focus more on strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement.” – Charlotte “It's an iterative process. The more time you spend engaging with AI, the more comfortable and effective you become. Every EHS professional needs to start that journey now.” – Julie --------- Time Stamps 01:02 Introducing Guests and Setting the Stage 02:54 How EHS Teams Are Using AI Today 06:09 Practical Applications and Early Wins in Tech 09:40 Regulatory Research and Policy Challenges 15:23 Impacts of AI on the Workforce 20:26 New Skills and Mindsets for EHS Professionals 26:28 Benefits, Risks, and Emerging Industry Practices 30:26 Looking Ahead: The Future of AI in EHS --------- Sponsor copy Rethinking EHS is brought to you by the Inogen Alliance. Inogen Alliance is a global network of 70+ companies providing environment, health, safety and sustainability services working together to provide one point of contact to guide multinational organizations to meet their global commitments locally. Visit http://www.inogenalliance.com/ to learn more.  --------- Links  Inogenalliance.com/resources Inogenalliance.com/podcast  Angie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angeliquedickson/  Charlotte on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-buffoni-a42b9629/  Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-kreger-king/  Karl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlhuntzicker/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when the world's most valuable tech company becomes deeply tied to China's manufacturing ecosystem? In this episode of the China Desk Podcast, host Steve Yates sits down with journalist and author Patrick McGee to unpack the geopolitical stakes behind Apple's rise, global supply chains, and the future of U.S.–China economic competition. Drawing from McGee's research and reporting, the conversation explores how Apple's manufacturing strategy shaped China's industrial growth, the realities of technology transfer, and why policymakers are rethinking dependence on Chinese production. The discussion also examines labor dynamics, shifting alliances, and whether diversification to countries like India or Mexico can realistically reshape global tech manufacturing. If you're interested in geopolitics, technology strategy, national security, or the future of globalization, this episode delivers a deep, grounded look at how corporate decisions can reshape international power dynamics. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaDeskFNW

How is AI changing the way we store data? This week Technology Now dives into the topic of data storage in the world of AI. We explore intelligent storage, how data sovereignty is influencing how we store our data, and consider where the world of storage could be going in the future. Jim O'Dorisio, Senior Vice President and General Manager HPE Storage, tells us more.This is Technology Now, a weekly show from Hewlett Packard Enterprise. Every week, hosts Michael Bird and Sam Jarrell look at a story that's been making headlines, take a look at the technology behind it, and explain why it matters to organizations.About Jim:https://www.linkedin.com/in/odorisiojim/Sources:https://www.statista.com/statistics/871513/worldwide-data-created/#statisticContainerhttps://www.studionetworksolutions.com/how-much-data-is-used-and-stored-in-the-world/#:~:text=expanding%20digital%20universe.-,Global%20Data%20Usage,over%20180%20zettabytes%20by%202025.1 billion terrabytes in 1 zettabyte. If a smartphone has 1Tb storage, then you need 180 billion smartphones to make 180Zb of storage. 180 billion > 100 billionhttps://www.computerhistory.org/timeline/memory-storage/https://www.computerhistory.org/revolution/memory-storage/8/308https://www.computinghistory.org.uk/det/6129/https://www.computerhistory.org/revolution/memory-storage/8/308/963

Gene Marks discusses high small business confidence, the resilience of plumbing trades, and how new AI agents from Anthropic are rendering traditional software coding obsolete in the tech industry.JANUARY 1941

Big fitness tech wasn't built for studios. So Ciara Azam built something better. As the founder of Eventist, Ciara is taking on billion-dollar platforms by doing the opposite of what big tech does — charging studios only when they succeed. In this episode, we explore:

Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini dive into some of tech's strangest new challenges: AI wearables causing psychological meltdowns, mobile games turning to casino-style tactics, and a viral EMF theory targeting NFL injuries. Get fresh perspectives on tech's impact from mental health to big-money gaming, plus a skeptical look at conspiracy theories in sports. Meta AI Glasses & Mental Health: Emily discusses the case of a tech exec whose constant use of AI glasses led to financial trouble and delusions, highlighting unseen risks of wearable AI. Gaming Industry's VIP Secrets: Mikah digs into how mobile games reward and track their top spenders with perks and personal attention, raising questions about ethics and addiction. 49ers EMF Injury Conspiracies: Mikah breaks down the sudden popularity of blaming football injuries on electromagnetic fields, with experts pushing back against the science behind the claims. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit Melissa.com/twit

Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini dive into some of tech's strangest new challenges: AI wearables causing psychological meltdowns, mobile games turning to casino-style tactics, and a viral EMF theory targeting NFL injuries. Get fresh perspectives on tech's impact from mental health to big-money gaming, plus a skeptical look at conspiracy theories in sports. Meta AI Glasses & Mental Health: Emily discusses the case of a tech exec whose constant use of AI glasses led to financial trouble and delusions, highlighting unseen risks of wearable AI. Gaming Industry's VIP Secrets: Mikah digs into how mobile games reward and track their top spenders with perks and personal attention, raising questions about ethics and addiction. 49ers EMF Injury Conspiracies: Mikah breaks down the sudden popularity of blaming football injuries on electromagnetic fields, with experts pushing back against the science behind the claims. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit Melissa.com/twit

Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini dive into some of tech's strangest new challenges: AI wearables causing psychological meltdowns, mobile games turning to casino-style tactics, and a viral EMF theory targeting NFL injuries. Get fresh perspectives on tech's impact from mental health to big-money gaming, plus a skeptical look at conspiracy theories in sports. Meta AI Glasses & Mental Health: Emily discusses the case of a tech exec whose constant use of AI glasses led to financial trouble and delusions, highlighting unseen risks of wearable AI. Gaming Industry's VIP Secrets: Mikah digs into how mobile games reward and track their top spenders with perks and personal attention, raising questions about ethics and addiction. 49ers EMF Injury Conspiracies: Mikah breaks down the sudden popularity of blaming football injuries on electromagnetic fields, with experts pushing back against the science behind the claims. Hosts: Mikah Sargent and Emily Forlini Download or subscribe to Tech News Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/tech-news-weekly. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: threatlocker.com/twit Melissa.com/twit