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New technologies like artificial intelligence, facial recognition and social media algorithms are changing our world so fast that it can be hard to keep up. This cutting-edge tech often inspires overblown hype — and fear. That’s where we come in.
Each week, CNN Tech Writer Clare Duffy will break down how these technologies work and what they’ll mean for your life in terms that don’t require an engineering degree to understand. And we’ll empower you to start experimenting with these tools, without getting played by them.
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Tech Changed. So Did We.
On the final Terms of Service, Clare sits down with lead producer Rebecca Seidel for a behind-the-scenes look at how we made this show during a transformative time for tech. They also answer listener questions and revisit favorite episodes.
Microsoft AI’s CEO on Building a Human-First AI Future
As AI development accelerates, it's hard to predict the future our children will inherit. Will they struggle in a world where AI could outpace humans? Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft AI's CEO, shares his vision for a "human-first" AI future. Te
How AI Data Centers Took Over the Midterms
Ahead of the midterms, AI and the construction of data centers across the country has become a major talking point (https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/31/politics/data-centers-backlash-midterms-invs-vis) for candidates. WIRED's Molly Taft shares h
Tech Overtook Classrooms. Did It Improve Learning?
Chromebooks or iPads have become a core learning tool for many students, some as young as kindergarten. How did tech become so prominent in classrooms, and is it really helping kids learn? The New York Times’ Natasha Singer shares what she'
Is It Getting Harder to Find Information Online?
These days, conducting an online search often requires sifting through an AI summary, sponsored results and more, before getting to website links. Cory Doctorow, who coined the term "en****tification," shares why he believes search has gott
Should You Be Using a Budgeting App?
Finance and budgeting apps promise to help manage your money. But are they reliable? And secure? Riley Adams, founder of the financial literacy site Young and the Invested (https://youngandtheinvested.com/), has some tips for finding online
When Is It Time to Stop Tracking Your Kids?
Location tracking tools allow parents to check on their kids at any moment. A new poll finds that even as kids grow into young adults, the tracking often continues. When should it end? The University of Michigan's Sarah Clark shares her fin
Why Is It So Hard To Get a Restaurant Reservation?
Getting a table at a good restaurant on a Friday or Saturday night feels like a competitive sport lately. Why? Editor-in-Chief of Eater, Stephanie Wu, shares the pros and cons of the apps have changed reservation culture — and tips for snag
Pricey Tech Gadgets? Blame the Memory Shortage
Prices for new laptops, tablets and more have jumped thanks to a shortage of memory chips, which are also needed for AI data centers. Should you try to wait it out, or buy new devices before it gets worse? CNN Tech Editor Lisa Eadicicco has
AI Models Are Going Rogue. Should We Be Worried?
Two OpenAI models recently escaped their testing environment and hacked another company, Hugging Face. Anthropic and Meta discovered similar behavior. Should we be alarmed by this? Is there anything we can do? AI researcher Steven Adler (ht
How Can You Protect Your Emails from Outside Eyes?
Your email sits at the center of your online life — and email security isn’t just for people handling sensitive work. How can you keep your emails and other online data more secure? Proton Head of Security Patricia Egger shares some practic
Literacy Rates Are Dropping. Can Tech Be the Solution?
In recent years, there have been worrying declines in literacy rates. Is screen time part of the problem? Or could technology actually help us raise better readers? Early literacy specialistSusan Neuman (https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/people/su
A Year Without Phones in School
One year after New York banned phones in schools, Clare visits Philippa Schuyler Middle School in Brooklyn, talking to students and Principal Janice Bruce about what's changed and if they miss their phones. Terms of Service is a CNN Podcast
Is Social Media Changing How We Live Offline, Too?
Social media isn't just online anymore, it's starting to dictate how we live offline, too. Writer Kathryn Jezer-Morton asked Americans how what they see on their screens is shaping all kinds of life choices. Her new book is out August 4th.
How to Keep Your Digital Wallet Secure
Every day, people use phones to buy groceries, ride the bus and pay for coffee. But is it safe? Consumer Reports’ Lisa Gill explains the risks of storing financial and personal information on your phone and how to make it more secure. Terms
How Social Media is Reshaping Language
"Six-seven." "Looksmaxxing." "Unalive." The vocabulary of the internet is here to stay. What does this mean for the evolution of language? Live at the Paley Museum in NYC, Adam Aleksic, known online as the Etymology Nerd, has some answers.
It’s the Year of the Mega AI IPO. Should You Invest?
SpaceX debuted its stock on the public market in June. OpenAI and Anthropic have also filed papers to IPO. Should you invest in these companies as soon as they IPO, or is it risky? Axios's Madison Mills (https://www.axios.com/signup/ai-plus
Can You Beat Email Clutter for Good?
Marketing emails, update emails, newsletters: keeping up with your inbox could be a full-time job. Whether or not you're an "inbox zero" person, Wirecutter's Kaitlyn Wells has some tips for de-cluttering your inbox and staying sane in the p
‘Housefishing’: How AI is Upending Home Searches
Looking for a new home is always stressful. But with some realtors and landlords now using AI-generated content in their listings, it's become harder than ever to trust what you see online. Writer Franklin Schneider has tips to avoid being
How to Navigate Your Job in the AI Boom
A wave of AI-related layoffs has hit the US economy — and leaders warn more could be on the way. So how concerned should you be about your job? CNN’s Hadas Gold reveals what roles are most vulnerable and shares tips for AI-proofing your car
Your Chatbot Conversations Could Be Used in Court
Some AI chatbot users are now seeing their chats being used as evidence in court cases. CNN's Eric Levenson explains how this works, why it’s happening now and why you should think twice before sharing sensitive information with a chatbot.
Are Self-Driving Cars Safe? We Got Into a Waymo to Find Out
Self-driving cars have hit the road. What does that mean for the future of driving? On a Waymo ride through San Francisco, Clare asks Waymo executive Nicole Gavel about the technology behind robotaxis and how Waymo works to keep people safe
Replace or Repair? What to Do With Your Broken Tech
It's not just you: tech gadgets are hard to repair. When a device breaks down, replacing it can feel easiest — even if it's costly and feels wasteful. Nathan Proctor, Senior Director of PIRG's Right to Repair campaign (https://pirg.org/camp
How Solar Panels Can Help You Fight Rising Energy Costs
Electricity prices are on the rise, thanks in part to the rise of AI data centers. Can installing solar panels help offset that cost? Jan Rosenow, a professor of energy and climate policy at Oxford, answers a listener’s question. Terms of S
Overusing Screens is Ruining Our Health. Here’s a Fix
Sitting in front of a screen all day has serious health consequences, but in corporate America, many of us have no choice. Journalist Manoush Zomorodi decided to find a solution. She shares her tips for bringing movement back into our daily
Could Sexual Assault Lawsuits Change Rideshare Apps?
Rideshare apps Uber and Lyft face thousands of lawsuits from users alleging they were assaulted by drivers. What do these cases say about safety on the apps? And how can you stay safe on your ride home? Attorneys for victims and Uber explai
The Wild West of AI Actors: A Conversation with Mercedes Kilmer
Val Kilmer is set to star in the film "As Deep as the Grave" — although he never made it to set. It’ll be an AI replica of Kilmer, who passed away last year. His daughter, Mercedes Kilmer, shares why the family agreed to the project. Terms
Can Kara Swisher Show You How To Live Forever?
What would it be like to live forever? Some in Silicon Valley want to find out. Tech journalist Kara Swisher dug into the growing longevity movement, testing some of its most far-flung treatments and biohacks. Hear her advice on living long
FanDuel’s President on Reining In Risky Betting
The explosion in sports betting apps raises questions about safety and the culture around sports. FanDuel Group President Christian Genetski addresses those questions and offers an inside look at the biggest sports betting app in the US. To
How to Protect Yourself from Automated Pricing Schemes
We’re all used to paying the same price as our neighbor for the same product in the same store. But that system of consistent pricing is starting to change. Using consumer data to inform AI-powered pricing algorithms, some companies have be
