TechMagic with Cathy Hackl

In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about games, musical avatars, and the ecological impact of generative AI.

The musical group, Kiss, retires to leave the music to their avatars. Hackl shouts out Future Chicken, a game developed by Catherine Winder and Annabel Slaight. Kebler discusses the environmental impact of generative AI prompts from MIT. Hackl and Kebler segway into the Eminem Fortnite concert. 

Hackl interviews Irena Cronin, Co-Founder & SVP of Product at DADOS Technology.

Producer Lily Snyder brings you the Dispatch from the Fringe.

Show Notes:

• Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
• Kids Want Digital Currency And Subscriptions More Than New Games This Xmas
• The Game Awards trailer gets us hyped for the games of 2024
• Fortnite’s Eminem concert teased the future of the game
• A former Lucasfilm exec created this time-traveling chicken to help kids cope with climate change
• Making an image with generative AI uses as much energy as charging your phone
• Irena Cronin on LinkedIn
• Who wants to farm potatoes in the metaverse? Exploring Roblox’s corporate hell-worlds

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In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about a possible Lego x Fortnite launch, Fortnite partnering with Oakley, Fortnite Creative and the importance of thumbnails. They also discuss gesture technology, like the early “slide to unlock” to today’s double tap on the Apple Watch. Hackl gives her reaction to the Vario XR 4 and they discuss the spatial computing sessions at AWS re:Invent event. Kebler and Hackl talk about an article from The Guardian that talks about women in AI, and Cathy wishes for more Godmothers of AI.

Hackl interviews Zoe Scaman, founder of Bodacious on gaming, Gen Alpha, and the multiplayer brand.

Show Notes:

• Everything you need to know about the Lego x Fortnite collab
• Varjo XR-4 Promises Mixed Reality "Practically Indistinguishable From Natural Sight"
• Will Hand Gestures Replace Touchscreens and Keyboards?
• Most advanced virtual and mixed reality headsets for professionals – Varjo
• Finnish startup Varjo launches new $3,990 mixed-reality headset to take on Apple, Microsoft
• AWS re:Invent
• Save the Date: Spatial Computing at AWS re:Invent 2023
• Where are all the ‘godmothers’ of AI? Women’s voices are not being heard

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Over the weekend, Sam Altman was fired from OpenAI and a lot of tech news and tech drama unfolded over the last few days. Hackl and Kebler share their thoughts on OpenAI, Altman, and why the big losers of this news story are potentially the users. 

Hackl shares her first article published in the Harvard Business Review was just published and shares why it's about more than just mixed reality, it’s about the future of human-computer and human-to-human interaction, and yes, AI is at the core of Spatial Computing. The hosts also chat about Roblox’s latest virtual fashion report, and also how a TikTok makeup trend might be just a fad or could be the future. 

Hackl interviews Greg Kahn, CEO at GK Digital Ventures and President and CEO at Emerging Tech Exchange. Producer Lily Snyder brings you the Dispatch from the Fringe.

Show Notes:

• What Leaders Need to Know About Spatial Computing (by Cathy Hackl)
• A Wearable World (by Cathy Hackl & Lily Snyder)
• FIU and tech futurist Cathy Hackl announce the launch of Virtual Fashion Design Endowed Scholarship
• Roblox’s 2023 Digital Expression, Fashion & Beauty Trends Report
• TikTok Trend - makeup from the uncanny valley
• Swallowable device to track vital signs
• Scientists invent micrometers-thin battery charged by saline solution that could power smart contact lenses

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In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about the Mac Pro Mini and developing for the Apple Vision Pro.

Hackl attended the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) awards and why we’ll eventually see more people from tech at fashion events. The conversation of fashion and AI leads Hackl and Kebler to share their views of the Humane AI Pin released on November 9. Kebler is wary of voice control as the main control for technology devices.

Hackl interviews Cynthia Miller, Head of Innovation at 11:11 media. 

Producer Lily Snyder brings you the Dispatch from the Fringe. 

Key Highlights:

• 1:00 - Podcast intro with co-host Lee Kebler.
• 1:22 - What we did last week: Hackl talks about her time at the CDFA awards. Lee and Hackl discuss the Humane AI pin. Humane AI Pin, fad or future?
• 17:00 - Should wearables be singular devices that do things very well? 
• 18:00 - OpenAI Dev Day and GPTs.
• 24:40 - Guest interview with Cynthia Miller, Head of Innovation at 11:11 Media
• 44:00 - Dispatch from the Fringe
• 47:45 - Outro

Show Notes:

• CFDA Awards
• Humane AI Pin
• General Magic
• Cynthia Miller on LinkedIn
• Rats Use the Power of Imagination to Navigate and Move Objects in a VR Landscape

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Cathy Hackl and guest host Lee Kebler are back with episode five of TechMagic, the show that dives deep into our tech futures and current tech and gaming news. In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about the new Beatles song made possible by machine learning. Hackl talks about playing video games with her kids. Hackl and Lee talk about Fortnite which released an OG map that generated 102 million hours of play and broke records. Zumba is coming to virtual reality and Kebler’s grievance with VR fitness subscriptions. 

Hackl interviews guest, Pico Velásquez, Founder and CEO of VIIRA Inc.

Producer Lily Snyder comes back with the Dispatch from the Fringe. In this segment, Snyder shares the weirdest story in tech this week. VR is going to space!

Key Highlights:



• 1:00 - Podcast intro with co-host Lee Kebler.
• 1:22 - What we did last week: Lee The Beatles released their final song, “Now and Then”. Used machine learning to separate vocals from old recorded tape. Cathy plays video games with her kids and the benefits of playing together and is getting ready to attend the CFDA Awards in NYC, one of the biggest nights in fashion. 
• 13:01 - Fortnite and the gaming industry: Launched an original Fortnite map. 44.7 million players 102 million hours of play. 
• 20 - Tech and Sports: Sports is evolving. Flag Football will be an Olympic sport. Zumba will be released on virtual reality. 
• 29:13 - Guest interview: Cathy speaks with Pico Velásquez, Founder and CEO of VIIRA Inc.  
• 56:29 - Architectural design in spatial computing. Keebler and Hackl talk about engineering design as a vertical for spatial computing.
• 57:20 - Dispatch from the Fringe
• 1:00 - 1:04:50 - Outro

Show Notes:

• The Beatles Song
• Why you should play video games with your kids
• As OG ‘Fortnite’ Breaks Records, ‘Call Of Duty’ Players Want Verdansk Or Blackout Back
• Flag football will be part of 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. Here’s what to know
• Pico Velásquez on LinkedIn
• HTC’s Vive Focus 3 has a new, far-out mission: astronaut mental health

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Cathy Hackl and guest host Lee Kebler are back with the fourth episode of TechMagic, the show that dives deep into our tech futures and current tech and gaming news. In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about President Biden’s AI executive order and AI governance. They discuss Humane’s AI wearable that is to launch on November 9, ask ChatPGT questions about mental health and reminisce about Call of Duty which turned 20 this year. Marriott releases a map in Fortnite. Plus, which are a fad and which are the future?

Hackl interviews guest, Ari Peralta, CEO of Arigami, about sensory design.

Producer Lily Snyder comes back with the Dispatch from the Fringe. In this segment, Snyder shares the weirdest story in tech this week.

Show Notes:

• Use the code TECHMAGIC30 for 30% off Adweek’s NexTech event.
• One AI Device to Rule Them All
• Biden’s AI Executive Order
• People are speaking with ChatGPT for hours, bringing 2013’s Her closer to reality
• Call of Duty turns 20
• Marriott Launches a Virtual City in Fortnight
• What is Prenuvo? 
• Ari Peralta on LinkedIn
• Arigama
• Ryanair in Roblox Hits 1 Million Virtual Fights

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In this episode, Hackl and Kebler talk about artificial intelligence in the music industry and the ethics of using lyrics to train AI. In a separate segment, they talk about Apple and AI.

The discuss Hackl’s visit to The Sphere in Las Vegas for opening night and the gaming industry taking over The Sphere during TwitchCon. Plus, which are a fad and which are the future?

Key Highlights:

• 6:41 - 9:10 - What we did last week: Cathy visits The Sphere in Las Vegas. Lee attends the Augmented Enterprise Summit.  
• 9:11 - 20:07 - AI and the music industry: The ethics behind using lyrics to train AI. Using AI artists to mimic real people and pushing the boundaries of musical innovation.    
• 20:08 - 32:41 - The Vegas Sphere. The outside of The Sphere displayed ads for Microsoft and Sony during TwitchCon. Cathy gives us her first-hand account of seeing The Sphere on opening night. Can brands and artirts repurpose their Sphere content?
• 32:42 - 38:34 - AI and Apple: Is Apple playing catch up on generative AI? Lee thinks so. Cathy thinks Apple is always one step ahead, they just don’t show their cards. 
• 38:35 - 39:21 - Break  
• 39:23 - 57:30 - Guest Interview with David Armano: Cathy interviews David Armano, Senior Director at Soul Machines about AI and Armano’s perspective on the future of work.
• 57:43 1:00:50 - Dispatch from the Fringe with Producer Lily Snyder: Genetically modified silkworms produce bionic spider silk. It’s a spiderverse out there!
• 1:00:51 - 1:03:18 - What Cathy and Lee are dressing up as for Halloween and the new FNAF movie. 

Show Notes:

• The Music’s First Reckoning with AI
• Apple, caught by surprise in generative AI boom, to spend $1 billion per year to catch up: Report
• Inside Apple’s Big Plan to Bring Generative AI to All Its Devices
• Xbox and PlayStation battle it out at The Sphere 
• David Armano on LinkedIn
• Silkworms modified to make spider silk

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Cathy Hackl and Lee Kebler are back for the second episode of TechMagic, the show that dives deep into the technology journey from fashion to space. In this episode, Hackl shares a guest interview with futurist, Faith Popcorn and talks about AI and Faith’s storied career and work with brands.

Kebler gives us a sneak peek reaction to the Meta Quest 3. Hackl and Kebler discuss how long it should take to make a video game and how Gen Z and Gamer moms are changing gaming expectations. Microsoft became the third-largest video game company in the world with its acquisition of Activision. AI wearables keep coming but which form factor will be the winner?

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In the first episode of TechMagic, Cathy Hackl, tech futurist, visionary, and pioneer, and technology lead Lee Kebler shared their insights on the latest stories in gaming, AI, and fashion tech. Their discussion guides businesses and brands on how to discern which are fads and what is the future. 

Hackl and Kebler discuss the retirement of Unity’s CEO, John Riccitiello, and the future of game engines. They talked about what brands need to look out for when they launch online video games like Fortnite. They moved on to artificial intelligence and voice print rights. Finally, Hackl and Kebler went into space with Prada and Axiom Space.

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In a world where technology is advancing at an unprecedented pace, staying informed and connected with the latest trends and innovations has never been more crucial. Enter "TechMagic with Cathy Hackl," a brand-new weekly podcast that promises to be your ultimate guide to the ever-evolving world of technology. The first episode debuts on October 11. 

This is not your run-of-the-mill tech podcast. It's a captivating journey into the heart of technology, where fluff takes a backseat, and in-depth exploration takes center stage. Hosted by tech futurist, visionary, and pioneer Cathy Hackl herself, this podcast is your passport to understanding the profound impact of technology on our lives. From AI, spatial computing, virtual worlds, gaming, XR, to brain compute interfaces, to space exploration, synthetic biology, frontier tech and beyond, TechMagic seeks to provide clarity in an age of accelerated technology change. 

TechMagic with Cathy Hackl also invites you into the minds of tech and brand leaders. Through exclusive interviews, you'll gain access to the wisdom and experiences of those at the forefront of innovation. Discover how these visionary leaders across the globe are leveraging technology to revolutionize their industries. It's more than just a podcast; it's your portal to understanding and embracing the future.

Subscribe now, and join Cathy Hackl on this journey into the heart of tech – where magic becomes reality and where the future becomes the present. 

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