Welcome to “Hard Fork,” the podcast where we dive deep into the fascinating and often bewildering world of technology. This week’s episode brings a critical discussion on several pressing topics, including the alarming rise of online rage and its real-world consequences, exemplified by the recent events surrounding Charlie Kirk.
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Episode Highlights:
- The Peril of Online Rage: We explore the assassination of Charlie Kirk, examining the role of free speech in the digital age and the escalating reality of violence fueled by online discourse.
- Trump’s Billion-Dollar Crypto and AI Chip Flip: Dive into a major New York Times investigation revealing a $2 billion investment in Trump’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, and a contentious agreement to supply advanced AI chips to the United Arab Emirates.
- This Week in A.I.: A comprehensive roundup of the latest breakthroughs, ethical debates, and significant news from the artificial intelligence sector.
Meet Our Hosts & Guests:
Your hosts, Kevin Roose and Casey Newton, guide you through these complex topics. This episode features a special guest:
- David Yaffe-Bellany: A New York Times technology reporter with an expert understanding of the cryptocurrency industry.
Further Reading to Deepen Your Understanding:
For those who wish to explore these topics in more detail, we recommend:
- An analysis of how the Trump Administration utilized its full arsenal to control media narratives.
- A look into how social media platforms avoided accountability for escalating divisions leading up to Charlie Kirk’s death.
- Details on the significant deals where the U.A.E. acquired advanced chips, and the Trump team reportedly reaped crypto fortunes.
- An examination of OpenAI’s cautious measures to safeguard teenage users.
Production Team:
This episode of “Hard Fork” was masterfully produced by Rachel Cohn and Whitney Jones, with editing by Jen Poyant and engineering by Chris Wood. The original captivating music was composed by Dan Powell, Elisheba Ittoop, Rowan Niemisto, and Pat McCusker. Special thanks to our fact-checker, Will Peischel, and to Paula Szuchman, Pui-Wing Tam, Dahlia Haddad, and Jeffrey Miranda for their invaluable contributions.
Kevin Roose is a respected technology columnist for The New York Times and co-host of “Hard Fork.” This episode touched upon critical entities in the AI space, including Anthropic AI LLC and OpenAI.