Best Beach Commute Podcasts (2025)

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The dark side of digital nomad life that nobody talks about | Ep 227 1:11:54

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This episode dives into the uncomfortable truths beneath the Instagram gloss of digital nomad life...loneliness, decision fatigue, shallow connections, and the emotional cost of constant mobility. Jeff and Marisa crack open the paradox of “freedom” that often leaves people more disconnected, overstimulated, and rootless than they expected. The “Rep…

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Slop: The Word of the Year for AI-Generated Content 2:00

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Slop is Merriam-Websters Word of the Year for 2025, reflecting the overwhelming amount of low-quality digital content produced by AI. This four-letter word captures a widespread feeling of amusement and frustration with the current state of AI-generated material. Its a judgment on the glut of poor content now flooding our screens and social media f…

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Trump Administration Launches US Tech Force 1:45

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The Trump administration introduces the US Tech Force, aiming to modernize the federal government by recruiting tech specialists from major companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft. This initiative, similar to the dismantled US Digital Service, will focus on AI integration, application development, and data system modernization. Th…

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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour: Behind the Scenes 2:01

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Taylor Swift: The End of an Era docuseries on Disney Plus offers fans a deeper look into the superstars London Eras Tour shows, highlighting challenges, emotions, and Swifts personal connection to the tour. The series reveals Swifts empathy and resilience, as she performs despite a tragic attack and thwarted terrorist plot, with support from her mo…

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Journalists' Favorite Tech Gadgets for Focus & Sleep 2:08

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Todays podcast explores favorite tech gadgets and tools used by journalists, covering a range of needs from focus to sleep. Brain dot fm, a streaming service with scientifically engineered music, is a standout for concentration. Hank Greens Focus Friend app boosts productivity, while Omnilux Contour red-light therapy mask improves skin texture. Mac…

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Threads Expands Communities, Adds New Features 1:59

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Threads, Metas social network, is bolstering its communities feature with over two hundred new topics, catering to niche interests and fostering engagement. The platform is testing flairs and Champion badges to personalize interactions and recognize active members. With four hundred million users and daily visits from over one hundred fifty million…

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Luminar Files for Bankruptcy 2:08

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Luminar, a lidar technology company for autonomous vehicles, has filed for Chapter Eleven bankruptcy protection, marking the end of a tumultuous year. The company, once valued at over three billion dollars, faces significant challenges, including layoffs, executive departures, and a legal dispute with Volvo. Luminar plans to sell its lidar business…

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Google Discontinues Dark Web Reports: New Security Measures Ahead 1:32

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Google to Discontinue Dark Web Reports: Focus on Actionable Security Measures The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Zoom's New AI Assistant: Meeting Summaries, Task Generation, and More 1:36

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Zooms new AI assistant, part of their AI Companion three point zero release, is now accessible to all users, including free ones. This update offers features like meeting summaries, action item lists, and key insights, all automatically generated. Users on a basic plan can use the AI companion for up to three meetings each month, with options to up…

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Fallout Season 2 Premieres Early 1:23

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Fallout fans rejoice! Season 2 premieres December 16th on Prime Video, a day earlier than expected. With eight episodes dropping weekly, the season finale airs February 4th, 2026. The new season picks up where season one left off, taking viewers from the Mojave wasteland to New Vegas. Despite an AI-generated recap flop in season one, the shows succ…

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Advertise on The Daily News Now! — A Message from Corey, Creator of DNN 1:16

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Corey, founder of The Daily News Now, presents a unique opportunity for brands to connect with listeners through hyper-local, multi-city, or global campaigns. Offering host-read placements and natural-sounding sponsorships, DNN ensures your brand integrates seamlessly with trusted news content. Contact Corey at [email protected] to discuss your c…

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Facebook Messenger Desktop App Discontinued 1:32

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Farewell to Facebook Messenger Desktop App: As of December 15, 2025, the native Mac and Windows applications are no longer available. Users will be redirected to the main Facebook website for continued messaging. The app, launched during the pandemic, faced challenges like limited video call participants and lack of essential features. Metas shift …

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Netflix, Warner Brothers Discovery: Monopoly Fears & Competition 1:36

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Netflix co-CEOs reassure employees about potential Warner Brothers Discovery deal, promising no overlapping roles or studio closures. Meanwhile, the Writers Guild of America and Senators express antitrust concerns, fearing a monopoly and higher TV costs for consumers. Netflix cites Nielsen data to counter these concerns, stating their viewership sh…

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AI-Generated Code Delays GNOME Shell Review Process 1:47

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AI-generated code causing delays in software review process: GNOME Shell updates guidelines The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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iRobot Filed for Bankruptcy, Sold to Chinese Company 1:31

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iRobot, the pioneer of Roomba robot vacuums, files for Chapter Eleven bankruptcy, marking a significant shift in the companys history. The Massachusetts-based firm, once a leader in the robot vacuum market, has been grappling with financial difficulties for months. Despite launching the first Roomba in 2002, the company now faces stiff competition …

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Tesla Tests Driverless Cars, Aims for Robotaxi Service 2:04

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Tesla Advances Towards Robotaxi Service: Fully Driverless Tests Underway, Ambitious Plans Revised The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Snapchat's Year in Review: Recaps & User Stats 2:08

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Snapchats end-of-year Recaps offer personalized looks at users 2025, highlighting memorable Snaps, Stories, and Chats. This feature joins other platforms year-end summaries. Snapchat also shared usage stats, revealing increased phone calls, voice notes, group chats, and sticker usage. However, the launch coincides with user backlash over Snapchats …

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Spotify Outage Disrupts Morning Commutes 1:42

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Spotify users face massive outage, disrupting morning commutes; service restored for most, but some still affected. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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First Voyage's Momo App Raises $2.5M for AI-Powered Habit Building 1:45

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First Voyages Momo Self Care app, an AI companion for personal development, raises $2.5M in seed funding. Users create over 2M tasks, focusing on productivity, spirituality, and mindfulness. Momo, with built-in safety features, aims to become a leading consumer brand, improving lives through AI, animation, and gamification. The Daily News Now! — Ev…

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Nvidia's H200 Chips: High Demand in China 1:54

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Nvidia, a leading chipmaker, is reportedly planning to boost production of its powerful H two hundred AI chips due to high demand from Chinese companies. This follows the US governments approval of selling these chips to China, previously restricted under AI technology limitations. The H two hundred chips, more advanced than the H twenty, have spar…

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Thea Energy's Pixel-Inspired Fusion Reactor 2:25

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Thea Energy revolutionizes fusion power with a pixel-inspired reactor design and specialized control software, aiming to make fusion more achievable and less costly by allowing for a greater margin of error in construction. Their innovative approach uses software to correct for manufacturing quirks, potentially driving down the overall cost of buil…

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Mirelo's AI Sound Effects: A Game Changer in Video Creation 2:10

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Mirelo, a two-year-old AI startup, has developed a groundbreaking technology that adds sound effects to videos, addressing a common issue in AI-generated content. Recently, they secured a $41 million seed round, led by Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz, to stay competitive in the growing generative AI market. Mirelo plans to double or triple t…

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Amazon's AI Reading Assistant: 'Ask this Book' 1:31

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Amazons new AI-powered reading assistant, Ask this Book, offers spoiler-free answers to questions about your current read, available now on iOS devices for thousands of English-language books in the US. The feature, which cant be opted out by authors or publishers, is set to expand to Kindle devices and Android next year. It aims to enhance the rea…

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Grok Chatbot Misidentifies Bondi Beach Shooting Hero 1:50

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Grok, xAIs chatbot, faces backlash for repeatedly misidentifying details of a Bondi Beach mass shooting, including falsely claiming a heroic act was a viral tree-climbing video and suggesting images of the hero were of an Israeli hostage. These inaccuracies highlight AIs unreliability in fact-checking and the need for human oversight to prevent mis…

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iRobot Files for Bankruptcy, Acquired by Chinese Manufacturer 1:40

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iRobot, the pioneer of household robotics and the creator of the iconic Roomba, has filed for Chapter Eleven bankruptcy protection, marking the end of an era. The company, facing stiff competition from Chinese manufacturers, has been acquired by Picea Robotics, a Chinese contract manufacturer. Despite the bankruptcy, iRobot assures customers that t…

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iRobot Sold to Chinese Manufacturer Picea 1:59

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iRobot, the iconic Roomba vacuum manufacturer, files for bankruptcy, set to be acquired by Chinese rival Picea Robotics. Picea, a major robot vacuum manufacturer, will assume iRobots debts and take full ownership. The acquisition follows iRobots decision to move engineering efforts overseas, leading to criticism of newer Roomba models. Picea, with …

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iRobot's Restructuring: A New Era for Robotics 1:50

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iRobot, the pioneering robotics company behind Roomba vacuums, is undergoing a major restructuring following a failed Amazon acquisition. The company, which went public in 2005, has been grappling with declining earnings since 2021 due to supply chain issues and increased competition. Now, Shenzhen PICEA Robotics, iRobots main supplier and lender, …

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India's New Rules Threaten WhatsApp's Multi-Device Capabilities 2:09

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New Indian government rules could significantly impact WhatsApp and other messaging apps, requiring continuous SIM card linkage and stricter controls on multi-device usage. These measures aim to combat cyber fraud but may disrupt daily communication and small business operations, with WhatsApp potentially feeling the biggest impact due to its high …

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AI Misidentifies Hero, Highlights Misinformation Risks 1:46

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AI Chatbot Grok Misidentifies Hero: A Cautionary Tale on AI AccuracyIn this episode, we delve into the recent blunder by AI chatbot Grok, which mistakenly identified a heroic bystander, Ahmed al Ahmed, as a gunman. Grok also questioned the authenticity of videos and photos of his heroic actions, causing online confusion. The chatbot has since corre…

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Mesa's Homeowners Card Shuts Down: Rewards for Mortgage Payments 1:50

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Mesas Homeowners Card, a unique credit card rewarding mortgage payments, has been abruptly shut down, leaving former users with limited options to redeem earned points. The fintech startup, launched in November 2024 with $9.2 million in funding, offered mortgage loans with cash back incentives and a specialized card for home-related expenses. Despi…

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Netflix Blocks Phone-to-TV Casting: What You Need to Know 1:53

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Netflix Discontinues Phone-to-TV Casting: Shift Towards Integrated Viewing ExperienceNetflix has reportedly discontinued the ability to wirelessly cast content from phones to TVs, leaving many subscribers puzzled. This change, first noticed on Reddit, has been confirmed by CNET testing, particularly on smart TVs like LG. However, some users can sti…

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Netflix Eyes Warner Brothers Acquisition 1:33

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Netflixs Potential Acquisition of Warner Brothers: A Hollywood Game-ChangerThis episode of the Equity podcast explores the potential acquisition of Warner Brothers by Netflix for a staggering $82.6 billion. The deal, if it goes through, would mark a significant shift in Hollywood, where tech giants are increasingly dominating the entertainment indu…

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Rivian's Custom Processor for Autonomous Driving 1:46

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Rivian unveils custom five-nanometer processor for advanced autonomous driving system, set to debut in R two SUV in late 2026. The powerful chip could enable hands-off, eyes-off driving and potentially be licensed to other companies. Meanwhile, Boom Supersonic expands business by selling turbine engines as stationary power plants, with Crusoe as th…

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Spinny Acquires GoMechanic for $160M Expansion 1:30

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Spinny, a leading online marketplace for used cars in India, is set to acquire GoMechanic, a car services startup, for approximately $49.7 million. This strategic move aims to expand Spinnys reach into the automotive service sector. The acquisition will be funded by a $160 million funding round, primarily involving existing investors like Fundament…

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DoorDash Driver Accused of Spraying Pepper Spray on Food 1:38

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A DoorDash delivery driver in Evansville, Indiana, is accused of causing illness by spraying a substance on food. The driver, Kourtney Stevenson, allegedly used pepper spray, despite inactive spiders due to the cold weather. Stevenson has been charged with battery and consumer product tampering, and is awaiting extradition. DoorDash has permanently…

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Data Centers vs Infrastructure: Resource Competition 1:50

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Bloomberg reports a potential roadblock for infrastructure improvements: the surge in data center construction. With private spending on data centers matching transportation construction, competition for resources and labor is intense, potentially causing delays in public works projects. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Ho…

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Hot Tech Deals for Holiday Shopping 1:59

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Discover fantastic tech deals for holiday shopping! The Nex Playground console is $50 off at Amazon and Walmart, Googles Pixel Buds Two A are at their all-time low of $99, the Genki Moonbase Charging Station is $89.99 on Amazon, Hotos PixelDrive electric screwdriver is $59.99, and the Super Mario Goombas Playground set is $8.99 at Amazon and Best B…

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Writer's Secret Weapon: NuPhy Air Sixty V Two Keyboard 1:45

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Discover the writers secret weapon: the NuPhy Air Sixty V Two keyboard. This compact, mechanical keyboard, paired with an e-reader like the Boox Palma Two, creates a distraction-free writing environment. Despite minor drawbacks, its praised for its satisfying typing experience and portability, making it a favorite among writers like Terrence OBrien…

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Amazon Prime Video's AI Recaps Vanish After Factual Errors 1:34

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Amazons AI-powered video recaps, designed to help viewers catch up on shows, have seemingly vanished following reports of factual errors and inaccuracies. The feature, which used AI to generate voiceovers and compile clips, was criticized for mistakes in the recap of Fallout, including a significant factual error about a characters flashbacks and a…

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Tech Industry Layoffs: Human Cost of AI & Automation 1:44

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Tech Industry Layoffs Surge in 2025: A Deep Dive into the Human Cost of AI and AutomationOver twenty-two thousand tech jobs lost this year, with over one hundred fifty thousand in 2024. February saw sixteen thousand eighty-four layoffs. VSCO, Inbound Health, Intel, HP, and Apple all made cuts, totaling thousands of jobs. This trend highlights the h…

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Rivian's Autonomous Future: A New Driving Model 2:00

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Rivian unveils its new self-driving software, Large Driving Model, at Autonomy and AI Day. The AI-centric system, a shift from their previous rules-based approach, aims for autonomous operation. Despite a successful demonstration, challenges were highlighted, including a human takeover due to tree-trimming and a minor braking incident. Rivian plans…

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Google's Live Translation: Now Accessible to All 1:51

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Googles new live translation feature in the Translate app offers real-time translations in over 70 languages, accessible with any headset, unlike Apples rival offering. The update, initially available in the US, Mexico, and India, uses AI model Gemini for better contextual translations. Google plans to expand to iOS and more countries in 2026, whil…

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iOS 26.2: New Clock Transparency, AirDrop Codes & More 1:47

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iOS 26.2 introduces a new tool to adjust Lock Screen clock transparency, following earlier opacity controls for Liquid Glass elements. Apple responds to user complaints about readability, offering more customization options. The update comes after design executive Alan Dyes departure and Stephen Lemays appointment, potentially signaling a shift in …

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Google & Apple Patch Urgent Security Flaws 1:46

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Google and Apple rush to patch critical security flaws, revealing potential sophisticated attacks by government-backed hackers and advanced spyware groups. Both tech giants release wide-ranging updates for their products, emphasizing the importance of keeping devices updated to protect against evolving cyber threats. The Daily News Now! — Every cit…

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LinkedIn Algorithm: Gender Bias or Misunderstanding? 2:17

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Wear the Pants experiment on LinkedIn reveals potential gender bias in algorithm visibility. Women temporarily changing profiles to male saw increased impressions and engagement. LinkedIn denies gender bias, but experts suggest implicit bias could be at play due to complex algorithms influenced by various factors. The true cause remains unclear, wi…

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Microsoft's Carbon Removal Deals: A Giant Leap Towards Sustainability 1:37

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Microsofts Carbon Removal Strategy: A Seven Million Metric Ton Deal with Chestnut Carbon and Other Significant Purchases Highlight Tech Giants Commitment to Carbon Negative Goal by 2030. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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One X & EQT Deploy Humanoid Robots 1:37

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One Xs Neo humanoid robot, priced at $20,000, is set to revolutionize home use with its ability to lift 154 lbs and perform tasks like folding laundry. The company, in partnership with EQT, plans to deploy up to 10,000 robots across industries over the next five years. Neos first units are expected to reach customers in 2026, with pre-orders starti…

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iOS 26.2: New Customization, AirDrop, & Apple Podcasts Enhancements 1:52

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Apples latest software updates bring exciting new features and improvements. iOS 26.2 introduces customizable Lock Screen opacity and flexible AirDrop, while Apple Podcasts now automatically generates chapters and supports timed links. iPadOS 26.2 reintroduces drag-and-drop multitasking and shares enhancements from iOS. VisionOS for Vision Pro gain…

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Baby in Robotaxi, Netflix's $82B Bid: Tech's Evolving Landscape 1:38

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Babies in self-driving cars and Netflixs $82 billion bid: A week in tech - A baby was born in a Waymo autonomous vehicle, marking the second such occurrence, while Netflix made a massive bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discoverys streaming and studio business, signaling a shift in the entertainment industry. Other notable tech developments include Boom…

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Ikea's New Wireless Chargers: Affordable & Stylish 1:46

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Ikea unveils new wireless chargers, smart home devices, and stylish speakers, expanding into consumer electronics. The Västmärke chargers, priced affordably, offer Qi two point zero charging, magnetic mount compatibility, and unique designs. The new lineup emphasizes accessibility and integration of technology into everyday living spaces. The Daily…