In Machines We Trust
An award-winning podcast from MIT Technology Review that explores the far-reaching impact of artificial intelligence in our everyday lives. Host Jennifer Strong and the MIT TR team investigate how AI is used in industries like healthcare, surveillance, and hiring, often through narrative-driven stories. Each episode demystifies an application of AI – from face recognition to driverless cars – and examines the ethical and societal questions it raises, with insights from experts and those directly affected.
Episode 1,001: My AI Journey So Far
In this milestone episode, the host reflects on the evolution of the show and their personal AI journey, contrasting early experiences with current developments. They highlight what has fundamentally changed in AI tools and practices, as well as enduring principles that remain relevant. The discussion points toward emerging opportunities and potential breakthroughs that stem from both the new advancements and the timeless insights gathered over the show's history.
Google Tests On-Article AI Breakdown Panels
The episode explores Google's new AI-powered "breakdown panels" that appear within articles to automatically highlight key events, people, and data. It discusses how these panels aim to enhance reader comprehension while noting publishers' wariness about depending on machine-generated summaries for...
AWS Announces $50B Push for Secure Government AI Compute
AWS announced a $50 billion initiative to build secure AI compute environments for federal agencies, featuring hardened data centers and advanced encryption pipelines. The program aims to provide a trusted infrastructure that can serve as the backbone for government AI workloads....
TikTok Lets Users Disable All AI Content on Their Feed
The episode discusses TikTok's new feature that lets users opt out of all AI-generated content, highlighting the platform's push for greater transparency in its feed. It examines the potential impact on creators, who worry the filter could fragment audiences and...
From Automation to $1.3B: Scribe’s AI Success Story
In this episode Jamie and Jaeden break down how Scribe achieved a $1.3 billion valuation by building AI‑powered workflow automation tools for enterprises. They explore how individuals can turn their expertise into AI consulting gigs and stress the growing importance of...
Perplexity Brings Getty Images Into AI Search — Here’s Why It Matters
The episode explains Perplexity’s new partnership with Getty Images, which integrates high‑quality, royalty‑free visuals directly into the AI‑driven search experience. It highlights how the collaboration gives users richer, context‑relevant images while creating fresh licensing and revenue streams for photographers. The...
The Future of Google Maps: AI Features Every User Should Know
In this brief episode, hosts Jaeden and Jamie break down the latest AI-powered enhancements to Google Maps, highlighting the integration of Gemini and Vertex AI to boost navigation accuracy and personalized recommendations. They explain how these features streamline user experience...
AI Forces Wikipedia to Charge for Access—Here’s What It Means
Jamie and Jaeden dissect Wikipedia’s rollout of a paid API that forces AI companies to pay for access to its content, highlighting the platform’s move toward monetization amid rising operational costs. They discuss the controversy over charging for human‑verified knowledge,...
Lovable’s 8M-User Surge: The Future of AI App Building
In this episode, hosts Jaeden and Jamie dissect Lovable’s rapid growth to nearly 8 million users, highlighting how its AI‑driven app‑building platform is reshaping software creation. They discuss the platform’s core strengths, such as rapid prototyping and user‑friendly design, alongside security...
Insiders Claim OpenAI Buried Under Microsoft Compute Fees
The episode reveals an insider leak suggesting OpenAI’s operating costs are being eclipsed by Microsoft’s compute fees, with GPU demand driving expenses sharply upward. Hosts discuss how these rising bills could strain budgets and potentially force OpenAI to renegotiate terms...
Mercor Brings in $350M, Surges to $10B Valuation
The episode dissects Mercor’s recent $350 million funding round that propelled its valuation to $10 billion, highlighting a strategic pivot toward AI annotation services and side‑hustle opportunities. It examines the company’s revenue growth hurdles, heavy reliance on a few key customers, and...
Inside the Atlas Vs. Comet AI Browser Clash
In this 10‑minute episode the hosts dissect the debut of two AI‑powered browsers, Atlas and Comet, highlighting how each reimagines web navigation with built‑in large‑language‑model assistance. They compare core features—Atlas’s deep integration with productivity tools versus Comet’s focus on real‑time...
Adobe Launches Smart AI Tools for Effortless Editing
The episode introduces Adobe’s new suite of AI-powered editing tools that automate routine tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance creative output, positioning Adobe as a renewed contender for creative professionals. It highlights how features like auto‑color correction, intelligent cut detection, and...
Tesla Roadster Delays Ignite Altman–Musk Clash
The episode examines the heated social‑media exchange between Elon Musk and Sam Altman sparked by Altman's comment on the perpetual delay of the Tesla Roadster, highlighting how the feud reflects broader tensions in the tech world. It also delves into...
Cursor Adds $2.3B to Its War Chest for AI Development
The episode discusses Cursor’s recent $2.3 billion funding round, which equips the company to accelerate development of its AI‑powered integrated development environment. Hosts highlight how the capital will enable faster rollout of new features and position Cursor as a potential industry‑standard...
Google’s New AI Agent Can Call Local Shops for Live Info
The episode explores Google’s new AI agent that can call local shops to retrieve live information, highlighting its speed, accuracy, and human‑like interaction. It explains how the tool provides real‑time confirmations, transforming the shopping experience by enabling instant verification of...
Your Guide to OpenAI’s Atlas: The Future of Browsing
The post introduces OpenAI’s Atlas browser, emphasizing its focus on intelligent assistance, deeper content understanding, and fast performance, and serves as a practical guide for users to get the most out of it. It walks readers through key features and...
Google Backs Supermemory’s Mind Tech
Google veterans have poured $3 million into Supermemory, a startup developing a cognitive AI platform aimed at enhancing human memory through advanced algorithms. The post explores how this funding could accelerate the creation of memory‑boosting tools and reshape digital learning experiences....
