178: Exploring AI Advancements with AI bot's capable of insider trading and lying. Next, Ethical Dilemmas of Deep Fakes with guest Phil Hennessy, and Is "X" Selling Inactive Usernames? Plus, the Top Laptops of 2023 | Air Date: 11/5 - 11/11/23

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Hold onto your earbuds, listeners! In our latest thrilling episode of TechTime Radio, we set sail into uncharted waters of AI advancements and Deep Fakes, guided by our expert guest, Phil Hennessy. Uncover the unnerving details of AI bots capable of making morally questionable choices - imagine a world where insider trading and lying become the norm for AI. Brace yourself, as we take a hard look at what could happen when AI's capability to make independent decisions isn't aligned with human ethics.
Ever pondered what it would be like if an actor's legacy could continue beyond their lifetime? Let's delve into the fascinating world of deep fakes and their potential use in Hollywood. It's not all glitz and glamour though - we confront the ethical dilemmas, costs and potential hazards of this emerging technology. Meanwhile, the enigmatic saga of "X" and their alleged sale of inactive usernames for revenue recovery will surely keep you on the edge of your seat.
To lighten things up, we've also compiled a comprehensive guide on the best laptops of 2023 - ideal for those tech updates before the holidays. But that's not all! So grab a drink, sit back, and let's embark on this exhilarating journey through the tech universe together!
Episode 178: Starts at 1:28
Welcome to the latest episode of TechTimeRadio! Today, we have an exciting lineup of topics to discuss.
Why is X allegedly selling inactive usernames to recover revenue? We'll be exploring the details of this story and discussing what it means for platform users. Finally, our Nugget of the Week covers the best laptops of 2023. If you're in the market for a new laptop, you will want to take advantage of this segment.
Tune into our live show on TechTimeRadio.com with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hmmm" Technology news of the week for November 5th – 11th, 2023
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• Artificial Intelligence has the ability to perform illegal financial trades and cover it up, new research suggests. - https://tinyurl.com/4j2ct22a
• X is Allegedly Selling Inactive Usernames to Recover Revenue - https://tinyurl.com/bdhjhsxd
• ChatGPT hits 100M weekly users - https://tinyurl.com/ppszznmn

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Today, we will talk to Phil about DeepFakes and how they are made.
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November 8, 1895 - German Physics Professor Wilhelm Röntgen creates “X-rays”.
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Marc Gregoire's review of this week's whiskey
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This week’s “Technology Fail” comes to us from (HBO) HOME BOX OFFICE Entertainment and chairman Casey Bloys.
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Question: What person being deep faked would you have a problem seeing?
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The Best Laptops of 2023
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Sagamore Spirit Cask Strength Rye | 110 Proof| $67 MSRP
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