The Transatlantic Cable Podcast #352

06/19/24 • 28 min

Episode 352 of the Transatlantic Cable podcast kicks off with a story concerning generative AI and hackers, with the hackers taking the side of artists (or so it would seem.) From there discussion turns to the US surgeon general calling for ‘warning labels’ on social media, mainly in part due to the worrying rise in young people’s mental health.

To wrap up, the team look at two stories – the first concerning ransomware and hospitals, and the second looking at a recent NHS data breach and black binbags.

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To wrap up, the team look at two stories – the first concerning ransomware and hospitals, and the second looking at a recent NHS data breach and black binbags.

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The Transatlantic Cable Podcast #351

Episode 351 of the Transatlantic Cable podcast begins with discussion around Microsoft’s controversial ‘Recall’ feature. Following from there, news turns to discussion around Elon Musk’s frustration around Apple’s decision to include ChatGPT in the upcoming iOS 18.

To wrap up, the team discuss two news stories. The first covers the arrest of 2 suspects in relation to a smishing campaign, and what the police are calling "an illegitimate telephone mast," converted into a "text message blaster." The finals story looks at how a 27-year-old Tamagotchi mystery has finally been solved.

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The Transatlantic Cable Podcast #353

Episode 353 of the Transatlantic Cable podcast kicks off with news around ransomware attacks, both in the UK and the US. From there, the team discuss updates around the EU’s new DMA (Digital Market’s Act) and how Apple could be a test case for record fines, if they’re found to have abused their market position.

To wrap up, the team look at how some of the biggest names in music are joining forces to sue start up generative A.I companies, who have alleged that they’re infringing copyright on a massive scale.

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