In a shocking turn of events, tech columnist Kevin Roose and Platformer’s Casey Newton discuss a bone-picking incident during a house-warming party. This episode delves into the concept of AI action plans submitted to the Trump administration by tech companies, focusing on the issue of AI regulations and competition with China. In another segment, Columbia University sophomore Roy Lee discusses his tool to cheat through software engineer job interviews and getting offers from big tech companies.
The conversation transitions to a study showing that AI models can experience anxiety and relaxation when exposed to different narratives, leading to considerations about their use in therapeutic contexts. Lastly, the Hot Mess Express covers the drama between HR software companies Rippling and Deel, involving an alleged mole and corporate espionage accusations.
The trio of messes covered in this episode range from a humorous mishap in personalized therapy software, to a potentially unethical corporate espionage scandal between rival HR companies. The episode ends with a lighter tone as the hosts debrief on the wild events and reflect on the implications of these scandals. Viewers can catch the full episode on YouTube for a deeper dive into these hot messes.
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