Elon Musk and Neuralink Brain Chips–Will We Become Cyborgs For Real?–Futurum Tech Podcast
On this edition of the Futurum Tech Podcast, FTP, we will be talking about Elon Musk’s Neuralink brain chips, and is this right for society? Our Fast Five dives into Microsoft, Intel, Apple, the DOD’s JEDI contract, and QC, Qualcomm. And in the end, we will talk about Capital One in Tech Bites, and we […]
The European Commission strikes again: Pay the toll, do not pass Go.
A racket by any other name: The EC’s shakedown of US tech companies continues unabated. It’s that time of year again, when the European Commission announces its latest wave of hot new fines that it has conjured up to level the EU playing field against US tech companies. I am really not a cynical person, […]
Qualcomm announces new Snapdragon 855 Plus platform for faster multi-gigabit and 5G gaming, AI, and XR
Why everyone should pay more attention to the Snapdragon mobile platform. Last December, I had the privilege of attending Qualcomm’s annual Snapdragon Summit in Hawaii. Halfway into the first day, as I struggled to keep up with the endless stream of announcements, spec briefings, and mind-blowing demos, I remember wondering why Apple events still garnered […]
World’s Cellular Networks Compromised by Massive Multi-Year Espionage Operation
The world’s cellular networks have been compromised by a massive multi-year espionage operation. Here’s why that matters as it relates to Huawei and poses a serious security threat to the integrity of 4G and 5G networks.
Apple: Inflection, Reflection or Reset–Futurum Tech Podcast Episode 051
On this week’s edition of the Futurum Tech Podcast, is Apple on the verge of another major transition? North Korea launches a smartphone. Verbal skirmishes between Nokia and Huawei set the stage for a new phase in global 5G competition. Google returns to the bottom of the ocean, and sends cars into fields. Those stories, and more, coming up on this episode of FTP.
Why “YouTube is too big to fix completely” is not an acceptable answer from a CEO
There are myriad reasons why “YouTube is too big to fix completely” is not an acceptable answer from a CEO. Especially now, as the regulators are coming. If nothing else, Google’s Sundar Pichai’s lackluster answer just provided fresh new ammunition to lawmakers and ambitious bureaucrats betting their careers on the upcoming fight between Washington DC and Google.
The Art of the Raw Deal–Futurum Tech Podcast Episode 047
On this edition of the Futurum Tech Podcast, we’re going to take a look at the increasingly chaotic trade situation between the US and China. What does it mean for Huawei and what does it mean for the rest of the world? We’re also going to take a look at the latest in facial recognition […]
Something is afoot at the Circle Koh: FTC v. Qualcomm just went off the rails, but there is no reason to panic.
I don’t usually reference Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure in the titles of articles I write about serious matters, but today’s topic is so bizarre and beyond judicial norms that it warrants an exception. I am referring to, as the title suggests, Judge Koh’s inexplicable decision to side with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against […]
In absence of clarity, chaos: How an Executive Order focused on technology security could end up harming US technology leadership.
Before I begin, rest assured that this is not a political post. Please don’t read any partisan or political views into any of my arguments here. This post is meant to be an objective analysis of an executive order and its potential impact on technology markets. Now that my political disclaimer is out of the […]
US vs CHINA: Executive Disorders?–Futurum Tech Podcast Episode 045
On this episode of FTP, we take a look at the impact of the growing conflict between the United States and China involving trade, intellectual property, cybersecurity and now presidential executive orders. Plus, we’ll take a look at Cisco’s earnings, how Google is using a new Translatotron to transmogrify translation, the latest in US cybersecurity initiatives, major networks and what they’re doing with your personal data. And then finally, HPE is acquiring Cray, the coolest supercomputer company ever. And that and more on this episode of FTP.
Google’s Pixel 3a is a Clever Business Move — Here’s Why
Google’s introduction of the Pixel 3A is a clever, and strategic, business move. Not only does it serve a market need, it will require other manufacturers to step up. In addition, it introduces its phones to a much larger market, expands its footprint, and sets the stage to later move customers to a more pricey device.
Qualcomm Earnings Need a Deeper Look — Here’s Why
Qualcomm earnings need a deeper look than the Street is providing. 5G, AR, and a Qualcomm-powered iPhone all play a role here, Futurum’s Olivier Blanchard breaks it down.
