This week, a federal judge ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online search. David McCabe, a New York Times reporter, joins to discuss what happens next. Then, are we in an A.I. bubble? We weigh in on the wild market swings that started the week and consider the argument that A.I. is overhyped. And finally, it’s time for our new segment: We bat around some of the weirdest recent tech drama — including a MrBeast competition that went awry and a founder who dropped a diss track aimed at a rival. All aboard the Hot-Mess Express.

Guest:

• David McCabe, a Times reporter covering technology policy.

Additional Reading:

• ‘Google Is a Monopolist,’ Judge Rules in Landmark Antitrust Case
• Tech Bosses Preach Patience as They Spend and Spend on A.I.
• What’s Behind All the Stock Market Drama?
• Willing to Die for MrBeast (and $5 Million)

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