TechTime with Nathan Mumm | 181: Google is deleting unused accounts, blocking browsers and FraudGPT | Airdate: 11-28-23

Strap in folks! As we traverse the thrilling landscape of technology, we promise you a wild ride with engaging discussions, a sprinkling of humor, and a dash of whiskey tasting. With our trusty crew- Nathan, Mike, and Marc, we’ll dive into the nitty-gritty of Google’s impending account deletion policy, explore the increasing function of AI in identifying things as quirky as individual geese, and reveal our tech fail of the week.

Picture this – a world where YouTube punishes you for ad-blocking and your city employs tech to combat illegal racing – sounds futuristic, right? Well, it’s happening now. Fear not, we’re not alone. Joining us is Phil Hennessy, our special guest, who is fearless in the dark side of AI and its rising prominence in the murky corners of the cyber world. We’ve also got the lowdown on the competing chat AI bots, Dark Bert and Fraud GPT.

As we journey towards the end we believe in ending things on a high note, we’ll be sampling a rare, 100% malted rye whiskey, sharing thoughts on tech fails, and discussing the recent lawsuit that rocked NVIDIA. So, what are you waiting for? Buckle up, hit that subscribe button, and join us on this adrenaline-pumping tech ride.

Episode 181: Starts at 1:47

This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, the show is about the Alphabet – The Alphabet Company known as Google. First, Google is deleting unused accounts this week and punishing those using ad-blockers. We have all the details on how this will affect you. Then, would you spend 1 million dollars to target illegal street racing? What is YouTube Playables, and why is this echoing Netflix and TikTok’s ventures? Our monthly segment is back, “Chat about Chat,” with Phil Hennessy. Tune in to hear what he has to say.

Oops, an Nvidia employee needed to close files on his PC before sharing the screen on a video conference call, and now he is in hot water. We’ll tell you about the legal consequences.

Thank you for tuning in to Techtime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go “Hmmm” Technology news of the week for November 26th – December 2nd, 2023

— [Now on Today’s Show]: Starts at 4:03
— [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 6:00

• Google is deleting unused accounts this week – https://tinyurl.com/4jwvhd32
• YouTube Adds 5-Second Delay to Punish Ad Blockers in All Browsers – https://tinyurl.com/yrv7f76v
• New technology targeting illegal street racing may be on the way to Arizona. – https://tinyurl.com/54ru5d7h
• YouTube Rolls Out New Games for Premium Users – https://tinyurl.com/55ypcu7a

— [Pick of the Day – Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:20
New Riff Malted Rye | 100 Proof | $60 MSRP

— [Chat about Chat with Phil Hennessy]: Starts at 25:45
Today, we will talk to Phil in our “Chat about Chat” segment about the Darkweb and AI along with what FraudGPT is.

— [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 37:44
November 28, 1948 – Polaroid Instant Camera Goes on Sale

— [Marc’s Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 42:00
Marc Gregoire’s review of this week’s whiskey

— [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 47:48
This week’s “Technology Fail” comes to us from Nvidia staffer

— [Mike’s Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 50:27
Question: If during a presentation something is shown that should not be – should you be fired?

— [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 54:36
New Riff Malted Rye | 100 Proof | $60 MSRP
Mike: Thumbs Down
Nathan: Thumbs Up