Images of Mickey Mouse smoking and SpongeBob in Nazi garb are among those generating debate about how—and whether—tech companies can control the output of artificial-intelligence image generators. WSJ reporter Meghan Bobrowsky joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss. Plus, can Apple’s latest iPhone reverse a smartphone sales slump for the company?

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Plus, OpenAI co-founder’s new AI firm raises $1 billion. And Verizon is acquiring Frontier Communications in a $20 billion dollar deal. Zoe Thomas hosts. 

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Apple’s formidable lobbying machine helped keep the app stores out of a child safety bill. WSJ reporter Jeff Horwitz joins host Zoe Thomas to explain why the iPhone maker is gearing up for a battle against app makers and legislators over who should play a role in keeping kids safe online. Plus, the next wave of AI bots will be able to book your next trip, plan your next date and chat with each other. 

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Plus, Lyft announces layoffs as it cuts down its scooters and bikes division. And Microsoft spared a formal antitrust investigation in the U.K. over ties to Inflection AI. Zoe Thomas hosts. 

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Nvidia has an estimated 80% of the market share for chips powering the artificial intelligence boom. Its CEO wants the company to become a one-stop shop for the data centers where AI tools are produced and deployed. WSJ reporter Asa Fitch joins host Zoe Thomas to explain why the company is broadening its focus.. Plus, a $1000 trash can could cut your kitchen stink and reduce landfill waste. 

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Plus, BMW recalls 140,000 electric cars over potential for battery fires. And Nvidia stock sheds nearly $280 billion in market cap. Zoe Thomas hosts. 

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Silicon Valley investors are pouring money into companies founded by alumni of a specialized unit of the Israeli army called Unit 8200. WSJ reporter Miles Kruppa joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how this elite unit became an incubator for tech startups. Plus, we’ll tell you why YouTube

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Plus, defense company RTX agrees to pay $200 million to settle export control violations. And Elon Musk’s Starlink says Brazil has frozen its finances. Zoe Thomas hosts. 

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As carmakers work to get fully self-driving cars on the road, they have to think about the ethical dilemmas that the vehicles might face. While supporters say the tech will make driving safer, autonomous cars may still have to choose between hitting an animal or swerving into traffic. Brett Berk joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how companies are grappling with these issues. And Gen Z-ers are supposed to be "digital natives.” So why can so few of them touch-type? 

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Plus, SpaceX Falcon 9 launches paused after failed landing. And Huawei’s profit rises in the first half of the year as demand for its car business and smartphone sales grow. Zoe Thomas hosts. 

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