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How a Landmark Verdict Could Reshape Social Media
A Los Angeles jury found that Meta and YouTube knowingly created addictive platforms that harmed the mental health of a young woman. It’s a landmark decision that could serve as a roadmap for thousands of similar cases. But will this legal
The Tech Helping Women Take Control of Their Health
We’re surrounded by digital tools promising to help us track and manage our health. And there’s a growing set of products targeted at addressing women’s unique health needs, a category known as FemTech. Just how reliable are these tools? An
50 Years of Apple: How the iPhone Maker Revolutionized Tech
With Apple marking its 50th birthday next month, we dive into the inside story about how the iPhone maker and its founders changed the way we live, work and communicate by revolutionizing personal technology. How did Apple get its devices i
Could an ‘AI Bubble’ Threaten Your Retirement Savings?
Excitement around AI has driven huge stock market gains over the past few years, but there’s growing worry that the good times may not last. Some investors worry we could be nearing an AI crash similar to the dot com bubble burst in 2000. S
How to Keep Your Parents and Grandparents Safe Online
Misinformation and online scams are incredibly common, especially among older adults in the US. And with the rise of AI and dependence on online tools for so many aspects of life, they are becoming increasingly difficult to identify. So, ho
How are ICE Agents Using Facial Recognition Technology?
Amid President Donald Trump's massive immigration crackdown, protesters have shared videos showing ICE agents appearing to photograph or videotape people with their cell phone cameras. The reason why? Investigative journalists at CNN found
Could AI Become Smarter Than Humans?
Many in Silicon Valley say smarter-than-humans “Artificial General Intelligence” is just around the corner. But is it really possible to create superhuman AI? And should we want to? AI researcher and Cohere co-founder Nick Frosst explains w
Hinge’s CEO on Fighting Dating App Fatigue
Dating apps have been part of modern romance for years, but data suggests users are experiencing a bit of swiping fatigue. Hinge, however, has managed to avoid the dating app downturn. Hinge CEO Jackie Jantos chats with Clare about how the
Placing Bets on Super Bowl Sunday? Here are Some Things to Keep in Mind
Online sports gambling has become a massive business. That means that for individual bettors, there can be serious money on the line, too. So how exactly do sports betting apps work, and what should users keep in mind when placing bets? Spo
Three Teens on How AI is Reshaping Their Job Prospects
Silicon Valley leaders have said that the jobs poised to be most affected by AI are entry-level positions. What does the next generation of workers think about that? On this episode, three high school students share how they’re planning the
How to Make Your Online Communications More Secure
Your email sits at the center of your online life — it holds personal communications, purchase history and the ability to reset other passwords. Email security isn’t just for people who handle sensitive information at work. How can everyone
More Young People are Using AI Chatbots. Is it Safe?
Since 2024, multiple families have filed lawsuits against major AI companies, claiming their children were driven to self-harm and even suicide after talking with chatbots. Some AI companies have begun implementing safety measures, and legi
The Best Way to Search for Info Online in the AI Era
Finding information online can be overwhelming. And as more people turn to chatbots for information, search engines are adapting. Google Search has added an AI mode and its chatbot, Gemini, to help users get the information they need. So wh
The Year in News: Deepfakes, MAHA & AI
After a head-spinning year in the worlds of health and technology, Audie Cornish of The Assignment sat down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Clare Duffy to break down the stories that ended up on all their podcasts this year. Producer: Dan Bloom T
‘Tis the Season for Recycling e-Waste
If you have new tech gadgets on your holiday wishlist, chances are you also have old devices that have passed their prime. What’s the safest and most responsible way to get rid of these items? Christine Datz-Romero, the co-founder and execu
Trying out Friend, the Viral AI Necklace
Making friends can be hard. So, 23-year-old Avi Schiffmann decided to create his own Friend, a wearable AI device that he says “bottles” the best human relationships he’s had. Friend listens and creates “memories” of everything you say and
Is It Actually Possible to Control Kids’ Screen Time?
Trying to get kids to spend less time online is an uphill battle. It can be hard to keep track of parental controls, especially when they function differently across devices and apps. Is there a single, foolproof way to stay on top of it al
We Tried Smart Glasses to See If They’re Worth the Hype
Smart glasses aren’t a new idea, but they’re having a moment in Silicon Valley. With sleeker designs and AI-enhanced capabilities, the newest models of these glasses have the potential to enter the mainstream. But just how much can you actu
Why Our Feeds are Filled with AI Slop—and What to Do about It
With the launch of apps like OpenAI’s Sora 2, creating videos with AI is easier than ever. On our feeds, it’s getting harder to spot AI-generated videos — and to avoid obvious slop. How much of this boom is novelty and how much is here to s
What We’ve Learned in One Year of Terms of Service
This week marks a special milestone for Terms of Service! It’s been one year of demystifying technology and talking about how to engage with new tools without getting played by them. To celebrate, CNN Anchor and Correspondent Omar Jimenez t
Crypto ATM Scams are on the Rise. Here’s What You Need to Know
Cryptocurrency ATM machines have become a prime tool for scammers to seize money from victims — in some cases, tens of thousands of dollars. How do these scams work, and how can you steer clear of them? Curt Devine, a producer for CNN Inves
Why Have We Gotten Worse at Reading?
Over the past few decades, we have all collectively gotten worse at reading. Is our ever-increasing screen time part of the problem? Or could new technology actually help us raise better readers? According to Susan Neuman (https://steinhard
The Tech Helping Humans Understand Animal Communication
What if we could understand what the animals around us are saying? It’s the subject of countless movies and thought experiments, and something many of us wish we could do. Thanks to artificial intelligence, that reality may be closer than e
Billionaire Investor Frank McCourt on Why We Should Control Our Own Data
Frank McCourt was one of the first investors to make a bid to buy TikTok earlier this year, with a promise to give users more control over their own data. Months later, a TikTok deal has come together and it’s not clear he’ll be part of it.
Why Tech Platforms Are Now Asking for Your Age
Tech platforms are increasingly trying to figure out how old you are. Why is this happening? And should you be worried about handing over your information to these platforms to verify your age? CT Jones, a culture writer at Rolling Stone, h
Saving Energy and Money with Smart Technology
Across the country, Americans are seeing their energy bills increase, in part due to the power demands of new AI data centers. But Rachel Cericola, a writer for the New York Times’ product review site Wirecutter, says that smart home techno
What Dr. Sanjay Gupta Learned from Being the Target of a Deepfake Health Ad
As a practicing neurosurgeon and CNN’s chief medical correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta can spot false health claims from a mile away. Still, he recently became the unwitting subject of an AI disinformation campaign that used his likeness to s
Back to School -- with Help from AI
Kids are heading back to school. One thing students, teachers and parents can expect to encounter this year is artificial intelligence, which has raised all kinds of questions, both positive and negative. So, how can you make sure your stud
How to Keep Your Private Messages Truly Private
DMs and text messages can feel like private forms of communication — but it’s not always that simple. There are scenarios where third parties might be able to access your messaging data, whether it's your employer or law enforcement. So how
From VPNs to Cookies: Staying Secure Online
Should you trust public WiFi? How do you choose the right VPN? And what should you do when yet another website asks you to allow cookies? On today’s episode, ethical hacker and SocialProof Security (https://www.socialproofsecurity.com/) CEO
