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00:00Welcome to Daily World Podcast, Tech Edition on June 7, 2025.
00:14I'm Angela, here with an in-depth look at the latest breakthroughs in technology and innovation.
00:21A massive data breach has exposed over 4 billion user records, primarily affecting Chinese citizens,
00:27with sensitive personal and financial information, at risk.
00:32Researchers suggest the leak could be linked to surveillance efforts,
00:36as the data set appears to have been meticulously gathered for profiling purposes.
00:40Although the breach was quickly taken down, the implications for identity theft and fraud remain significant.
00:48In legislative developments, Senator Ted Cruz is proposing a bill that would prevent states from regulating artificial intelligence for 10 years
00:55in order to qualify for $42 billion in broadband funding.
01:00This approach has been criticized by consumer advocacy groups,
01:03as it ties essential broadband funding to the deregulation of AI,
01:07potentially compromising state-level protections against AI abuses.
01:12A new poll indicates that this proposed federal ban on state regulation of AI
01:16is largely unpopular among voters, with 59% opposing the measure.
01:21Critics argue that such a ban could harm consumer protections, especially regarding youth safety,
01:27as many believe state leaders are more trustworthy than Congress in regulating AI.
01:32In Sweden, authorities are investigating a series of attacks on telecommunications masts,
01:38believed to be acts of sabotage rather than theft.
01:41The incidents have increased significantly, and are concentrated along the E-22 highway,
01:47raising concerns about the security of critical infrastructure.
01:50Meanwhile, Ukrainian soldiers are increasingly arming ground robots with weapons to engage Russian forces,
01:58allowing them to operate from safer distances.
02:01These robots can perform tasks that even the most courageous infantry cannot,
02:06such as firing from entrenched positions while minimizing risk to human soldiers.
02:11This use of robotic systems is part of Ukraine's effort to innovate in warfare technology,
02:17amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.
02:19In technological advancements, a study published in the European Journal of Engineering and Technology Research today,
02:27reveals the successful laboratory generation of gravitational waves,
02:30a significant advancement towards warp drive technology.
02:34Dr. Chance Glenn's research demonstrates the creation of spacetime distortions using high-energy density fields,
02:41potentially revolutionizing space exploration and advanced propulsion systems.
02:45In aviation news, United Airlines has temporarily disabled Starlink Wi-Fi on its regional jets,
02:53due to reports of radio interference affecting pilot communications.
02:57The airline is working with Starlink to resolve the issue,
03:00and plans to restore service soon while continuing its rollout of high-speed satellite connectivity across its fleet.
03:06The IRS has made its direct-file tax filing software open source, allowing public access to its code on GitHub.
03:15This move, part of compliance with the ShareIT Act, aims to facilitate public scrutiny and enable other tax administrators to build upon the software,
03:24despite ongoing efforts from the Trump administration and tax lobbyists to eliminate the program.
03:29In the electric vehicle sector, BYD has introduced groundbreaking, megawatt charging technology that allows electric vehicles to charge in just five minutes,
03:39significantly reducing charging time and addressing consumer concerns about charging anxiety.
03:45This innovation positions BYD at the forefront of the EV market,
03:49surpassing competitors like Tesla and Hyundai in charging speed and efficiency,
03:53highlighting China's rapid advancements in electric vehicle technology.
03:56In consumer electronics, iFixit has rated the repairability of the Nintendo Switch 2 at just 3 out of 10,
04:04indicating it is more difficult to repair than its predecessor.
04:08Key issues include a glued battery, soldered components and hidden screws, which complicate repairs.
04:14A new project called CentNC aims to store renewable energy by sinking large concrete spheres to the ocean floor,
04:21where they can create a vacuum to generate electricity when needed.
04:25This innovative approach could potentially store up to 817,000 gigawatt-hours of energy,
04:31providing a significant solution to the challenges of renewable energy storage as nations seek to decarbonize.
04:38Polling data shows that people in English-speaking countries are more apprehensive about the rise of artificial intelligence
04:45compared to those in major EU economies, where excitement is higher.
04:48The survey reveals a significant lack of understanding of AI among the global population
04:54and highlights concerns about government regulation, particularly in the UK and the US, where trust is notably low.
05:02In corporate news, Builder AI, a startup that claimed to use AI for app development,
05:08is facing bankruptcy and investigations, after it was revealed that its development relied on 700 human engineers in India,
05:15rather than AI technology.
05:17The company, which raised over $450 million, and was valued at $1.5 billion,
05:23has been accused of misleading investors and clients by portraying manual coding as AI-generated work.
05:28Finally, Sebastian Simiakowski, CEO of Klarna, expressed concerns that AI could lead to a recession
05:37and significant job losses, particularly among white-collar workers.
05:41Klarna has already cut its workforce significantly due to AI efficiencies,
05:46prompting broader discussions about the implications of AI unemployment and economic stability.
05:54You've been tuned into the tech edition of Daily World Podcast.
05:57I'm Angela signing off. Stay curious and keep exploring.
