213: - The Lost Episode: On this show - AI Relationships, Privacy Rights, and the Self-Driving Car Incident: Exploring the Future of Technology, and a review on what GeekFest West 2024 will be like.

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Can AI relationships redefine intimacy, or are they a threat to genuine human connections? Join Nathan Mumm and Mike Gourdet on Tech Time Radio as we venture into the ever-evolving world of technology, where the lines between human and machine blur. From the Senate's upcoming debate on AI surveillance and data rights to the surprising story of a Waymo self-driving car getting pulled over, this episode promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. Expect a mix of thought-provoking insights and light-hearted moments, like the quirky possibility of Alexa judging your music taste and the buzz around a real retractable lightsaber.
Our deep dive into the bipartisan American Privacy Rights Act reveals how this legislation, led by Maria Cantwell and Kathy McMorris-Rogers, could revolutionize consumer data control. With provisions enabling users to opt-out of targeted advertising and seek financial damages for data breaches, the bill could reshape our digital interactions. We draw parallels with the UK’s GDPR, discuss the potential commercialization of AI services like Bing’s Copilot, and underscore the critical need for AI regulations to protect consumer rights and prevent unforeseen consequences.
The ethical implications of AI relationships take center stage as we explore the growing trend of AI-powered chatbots as therapists and companions. Leveraging insights from MIT sociologist Sherry Turkle, we scrutinize the dangers of "artificial intimacy" and its impact on real human connections. A compelling case study highlights the risks of substituting human interaction with machine feedback, raising significant privacy and data security concerns. All this, plus a nostalgic look back at the release of Netscape Navigator and a sneak peek at our upcoming Geek Fest, makes for an unmissable episode.

Chapters

1. Tech Time Radio With Nathan Mumm (00:00:00)

2. Bipartisan AI Privacy Regulation Discussion (00:05:07)

3. Ethical Implications of AI Relationships (00:11:43)

4. Self-Driving Waymo Car Incident (00:18:49)

5. GeekFest (00:26:59)

6. GeekFest (00:34:59)

7. Tech History, Bourbon Tasting, Drone Fail (00:45:36)