TikTok Ban Back in the Spotlight
The TikTok ban is back in the spotlight, with a vote potentially coming in the Senate soon. The ban, which would force TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its US operations, has gained new momentum in recent weeks.
APRA Bill Gains Traction
The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) is also gaining traction in Congress. The bill would create a comprehensive federal privacy law, giving consumers more control over their personal data.
Tech Issues Rise on Policy Priority List
Tech issues are becoming increasingly important on the policy priority list, with numerous tech-related bills moving through Congress. These bills cover a wide range of topics, including antitrust, privacy, and content moderation.
AI in Hollywood: Changing Dynamics
Artificial intelligence (AI) is having a significant impact on Hollywood. In a panel discussion at the Chicago Humanities Festival, filmmakers and co-founders of Wonder Dynamics, Tye Sheridan and Nikola Todorovic, discussed how AI is changing the industry.
Apple’s Messages App: Room for Improvement
Finally, the episode tackles a listener question about Apple’s Messages app. The Vergecast Hotline caller expresses frustration with the app’s limitations and suggests areas for improvement.
