Former President Donald Trump has made headlines once again, this time by giving Apple a significant break with wide-ranging tariff exemptions. This move is sure to impact the tech industry as a whole. In other news, car safety experts at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), who regulate Tesla, have been axed by the Department of General Enforcement (DOGE).
Meanwhile, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have expressed their desire to “delete all IP law,” sparking a heated debate in the tech world. Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is gearing up for an upcoming trial with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), with five key things to know about the case.
On the technological front, Meta is introducing new technology that encourages phone use in theaters, a controversial move for many. Microsoft has rolled out Recall AI in preview to Copilot+ PCs, following delays over security and privacy concerns.
In other news, the dire wolf may not be back, but ‘de-extinction’ technology holds potential in the scientific community. The Trump White House’s budget proposal includes substantial cuts to science funding at NASA, raising concerns among researchers. Linda McMahon has handed A.1. steak sauce an unexpected opportunity, while a researcher has uncovered sketchy Chrome extensions with millions of installs.
Vizio’s latest venture at the intersection of U.S. fascism and TV has also raised eyebrows. These topics and more were discussed on the latest episode of This Week in Tech hosted by Leo Laporte, with guests Sam Abuelsamid, Allyn Malventano, and Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ. To stay updated on the latest in the tech world, listeners can download or subscribe to This Week in Tech.
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