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The iPhone Duo is one of Apple’s most innovative products in years. The foldable smartphone was supposed to help usher in the company’s new CEO, but its debut has been met with mixed reviews and shipping delays. WSJ Apple reporter Rolfe Winkler joins to explain why. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...

For the past few years, WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims has taken an electric vehicle on the ultimate test drive: a road trip. But as EV technology and the country’s charging infrastructure has changed, this year he decided to see how America’s cheapest electric car would handle one of its biggest charging deserts. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by...

Autonomous big rigs are taking to the road as companies explore using robotrucks to ship cargo. WSJ reporter Esther Fung joins to explain why shipping is the next frontier for driverless vehicles—and why honking may become a thing of the past. Danny Lewis hosts.  Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

In a new draft prospectus viewed by the Journal, Anthropic details soaring computing costs and a sprawling list of risk factors facing investors as it prepares to go public in the coming weeks. WSJ tech reporter Anissa Gardizy joins to sort through the filing and what it means for the AI giant’s future. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an...

Netflix played a big part in transforming Hollywood and reorienting the entertainment industry around streaming. But now, the maker of hits like Stranger Things, Bridgerton and Squid Game is struggling. WSJ deputy media editor Jessica Toonkel joins to explain what is happening at Netflix and how it’s trying to chart a new course. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter...

Michael Dell is one of the few CEOs who survived the dot-com bubble and is still running his company amid the AI boom. Dell sits down with WSJ tech columnist Christopher Mims to explain why his company is prepared to weather any downturns. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of...

Apple’s newest device is designed to bring Siri AI into your smart home , alongside strong privacy protections. But when the most popular—and powerful—AI agents need complete access to personal accounts and information to get the most out of their capabilities, is Apple’s dedication to privacy holding Siri back? Cybersecurity reporter Bob McMillan , personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen and Apple...

Nine years after Elon Musk announced the follow up to Tesla’s original electric sportscar, the new Roadster is finally being released . But the EV market—and Tesla itself—look very different now. WSJ autos reporter Christopher Otts joins to discuss what to expect, and how people who have held onto reservations for the new model are feeling about finally getting their cars. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign...

Blood pressure is notoriously tricky to measure, whether in a doctor’s office or at home. Now, several wearables—including the Oura Ring and the latest Apple Watch—say they can help people track their blood pressure without an inflatable cuff . WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen explains how these devices held up to real-life testing. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology...

The electric vehicle industry is in a slump, but the companies installing roadside plug stations are charging ahead. WSJ Detroit Bureau Chief Patrick George joins to explain why we could see a record number of chargers installed this year —and whether that’s a glimmer of hope for the entire EV industry. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an...

Several years into the AI boom, chips and data centers are in such high demand that access to compute is like gold for tech companies. WSJ reporter Kate Clark joins to discuss the lengths AI companies are going to find it. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Earlier this year, Anthropic edged to the front of the AI race thanks to its focus on business and coding products. But now, its chief rival OpenAI is starting to catch up . WSJ finance and technology reporter Angel Au-Yeung joins to explain how the battle for enterprise customers is playing out, and how it might affect the startups efforts to go public. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's fr...

Along with new AI agents and tools, Meta Platforms, OpenAI, and Anthropic are rolling out mascots. It’s part of an effort to put a cuddlier face on AI tools amid the rise in anxieties about the technology. WSJ advertising editor Suzanne Vranica joins to discuss how fuzzy little guys could help make the technology feel less scary to skeptics. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter . Hoste...

For months, the drumbeat of worries about the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has steadily increased. While the White House has taken a light touch approach to regulating the industry, some states and cities are exploring issuing their own rules governing AI. WSJ reporter Kevin Dugan gives us the scoop on a recent New York City Council hearing on AI , and what a patchwork of state and...

Videos rule social media right now, from TikToks to Instagram Reels to YouTube Shorts. But a new study suggests that the constant churn of short video clips may be changing our perception of time . WSJ family and tech columnist Julie Jargon joins to discuss how that could harm young people’s developing brains—and what social media companies and parents can do to help. Danny Lewis hosts. Sign up fo...

Meta’s new AI agent, Muse , is a hit—racking up millions of downloads in just a few weeks. But how is it working for users, who must hand over reams of data to get the most out of the bot? WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen joins to share her own experiences test driving Muse, as well as her reporting on what security experts make of the latest consumer AI push. Katie Deighton hosts. Sign u...

While more stories of AI agents going rogue surface nearly every day, the messaging urging consumers to use AI agents to make life and work easier is not dying down. And this is all happening amidst a conversation about AI doom. How do we make sense of it all? Deputy tech and media editor Sam Schechner , cybersecurity reporter Bob McMillan and personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen hash it out. Sig...

Over the last year, major AI developers have seen users asking their chatbots for help designing bioweapons. Now, a new wave of new biosecurity companies is using that exact same technology to build a defense system. WSJ reporter Georgia Wells joins us to tell us about Red Queen Bio and how its technology works. Isabelle Bousquette, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal Leadership Institute, host...

Plus: Apple launches Apple Pay in India. And American Express introduces a corporate cashback card and an AI-driven expense-management platform. Julie Chang hosts. A quick update: We're on a new schedule! Starting tomorrow, we’ll be bringing you a single, in-depth interview about what's happening in tech, every weekday morning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Plus: DoorDash partners with clothing and shoe companies amid same-day shipping race. And Robinhood Markets announces new AI-powered trading tools. Danny Lewis hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: The Trump administration launches an AI tool aimed at streamlining federal services. And AT&T and Corning sign a $3 billion deal for fiber. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Etsy is using AI to personalize experiences for their shoppers. And Tesla delays the launch of its long-awaited Roadster. Anthony Bansie hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The always-on, agreeable nature of chatbots makes them hard-working colleagues—but also, it turns out, friends for adolescents. WSJ’s family and tech columnist, Julie Jargon , joins us to explore how some children are forming emotional attachments to their new artificial friends to the detriment of their real lives. Plus, reporter Micah Maidenberg explains why the space industry has been left want...

Plus: Nearly 19% of working-age people now use AI, per a Microsoft study. And Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook expects continuing inflation pressure from the AI buildout. Julie Chang hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus: Nvidia releases software it says can prevent AI agents from going rogue. And Meta Platforms is starting a new business line focused on selling AI tools to enterprise customers. Anthony Bansie hosts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.