214: Tech Innovations, Cybersecurity Chaos with Guest Nick Espinosa, and Superhero Controllers Butts | Air Date: 7/21 - 7/27/24

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Prepare to be amazed as Tech Time Radio with Nathan Mumm brings you an action-packed episode brimming with the latest tech news and intriguing discussions! Elon Musk's ambitious goal to launch Grok 3, the world's most powerful AI by year-end, is bound to leave you pondering the future of artificial intelligence. Our special guest, cybersecurity expert Nick Espinoza, joins us to dissect the chaos unleashed by a recent CrowdStrike update that disrupted millions of systems globally, shedding light on the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
Shifting gears with a mix of humor and scrutiny, we delve into TSA's security protocols, especially the unexpected alarms triggered by larger body types. We also geek out over Microsoft's latest Xbox controllers inspired by Deadpool and Wolverine, reminiscing about the original Mountain Dew Xbox controller and the evolution of gaming accessories. As a bonus for our whiskey enthusiasts, our tasting segment takes you on a flavorful journey, rating our whiskey pick of the day and offering an enjoyable pairing for tech talk.
Finally, we address the urgent need for regulating big tech companies with a detailed conversation on supply chain due diligence and standardized software development. We explore the Biden administration's initiatives and the EU's proactive data protection policies. Wrapping up the show, we celebrate GeekFest's seamless operations powered by Amazon Cloud Services and share a hilarious technology fail of the week involving TSA's X-ray machines. Don't forget to join our fan list at techtimeradio.com for monthly prizes and stay connected with us on your favorite podcast platforms!

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

2. Tech Disasters and Superhero Controllers (00:04:37)

3. Cybersecurity Impact & Prevention Strategies (00:19:17)

4. Regulating Big Tech Companies and Cybersecurity (00:29:57)

5. Technology Failures and Whiskey Pairings (00:42:45)

6. Tech Time Radio Sign-Off and Recommendations (00:55:01)