195: Elon Musk's Clashes with OpenAI and former Employees, Guest Laura Bell Main Joins the Show to Explain Cybersecurity Simplified. A Global Impact of a Social Media Blackout, and GTA Vice City Runs on a Wi-Fi router, M&M Episode | Air Date: 3/3 - 3/9/24

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Unlock the drama behind Elon Musk's legal battles and tech controversies as we examine his confrontation with OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman over changing company ambitions. Then, we switch to the tension with former Twitter execs entwined in a lawsuit saga. But it's not all courtroom drama—we're shaking things up with an offbeat tech achievement where GTA Vice City runs on a mere Wi-Fi router. Plus, ponder the global stir caused by a social media blackout that left everyone, including the Kardashians, in the dark.
Dive deep into the world of cybersecurity with our special guest, the insightful Laura Bell Main, author of "Security for Everyone." Laura simplifies the complexities of cybersecurity into actionable steps that resonate with individuals and small businesses. She highlights the vitality of personal security and two-step verification, making digital safety a breeze for all. And it's not just about protection; Laura illustrates how tech, especially virtual reality, can significantly enrich the experiences of our elderly loved ones.
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This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, where we unravel the latest tech mysteries, dissect the juiciest controversies and serve up a side of digital intrigue.
In a legal battle that could rival the most intense AI chess match, Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, alleging a betrayal of the nonprofit’s founding mission. Musk claims they’ve veered off course, prioritizing profits over humanity. Will this clash of titans redefine the future of artificial intelligence? Stay tuned.
Remember the days when Twitter was just 140 characters and X marked the spot for innovation? Well, former Twitter/X executives are back with a vengeance, suing none other than Elon Musk himself. They’re demanding a whopping $128 million in unpaid severance. Is this a case of digital justice or just another tweetstorm?
Move over, lawnmower mods! The latest gaming sensation is GTA: Vice City running on a humble TP-Link Wi-Fi router. Yes, you heard that right. Forget about loading screens; now it’s all about buffering bars. We’ll dive into the tech wizardry behind this mind-bending feat.
Grab your emergency emojis, because the social media universe just went dark. Facebook and Instagram suffered a global outage, leaving influencers without filters and grandmas without cat videos. Was it a server hiccup or a cosmic alignment?
Stay tuned for all this and more, only on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Humm" Technology news of the week for March 3rd - 25th – March 9th , 2024