Apple is discussing investing in OpenAI in a new fundraising round that could value the ChatGPT maker at over $100 billion. Venture capital firm Thrive Capital is leading the round, with Apple and Microsoft expected to participate. This move would strengthen Apple’s AI initiatives, particularly its integrating OpenAI technology into Apple Intelligence, which enhances Siri and other AI-driven features.

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In episode 1763 of Geek News Central, hosted by Todd Cochrane, the leading story discussed explores Apple’s potential billion-dollar investment in OpenAI. It emphasizes the implications for Apple’s AI strategy and services like Siri. This could significantly value OpenAI at over $100 billion.

The episode then moves into routine acknowledgments and sponsor recognitions, with Todd giving a comprehensive plug for GoDaddy, Geek News Central’s principal sponsor. He explains various offers and deals from GoDaddy, suggesting listeners use promo codes on the Geek News Central website to make purchases that benefit the show financially. He smoothly discusses studio updates, including equipment changes to improve recording quality and aesthetics.

Todd delves into various tech news stories following the technical and sponsorship details. He speaks about Spectrum being ranked top reliable internet provider and OpenAI’s user growth. This segment expands into discussions about controversial AI regulations, security vulnerabilities in surveillance, and innovations like a robot controlled by mushroom-derived electrical signals. Each of these topics is covered briefly, with external references left unspecified.

Another substantial part of this episode pertains to Todd’s interaction with current events, including legislative actions towards AI and the role of AI in streamlining police reporting, with a story about AI-generated police reports based on body camera footage. Moreover, Todd shares his experiences and tweaks related to studio reorganization and updates following a recent move. He includes personal anecdotes and tidbits about ongoing projects and logistical challenges.

In closing, Todd circles back to listener engagement, encouraging feedback on the episode’s content and informing new listeners about the show’s dynamics and how they can support through time, talent, or treasure. He reminds them to subscribe and participate in community features available through the podcast’s digital platforms. Finally, he signs off with gratitude towards the listeners and sponsors, setting the stage for the next episode.

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• 19:19–A top surveillance camera has a significant flaw
  
• 12:10–Spectrum was named the most reliable internet provider
  
• 21:34–Indiegogo will offer refunds
  
• 25:23–Biohybrid robots
  
• 26:32–TikTok lawsuit
  
• 10:22–Apple in talks to invest in OpenAI
  
• 15:14–Nvidia’s business is growing faster
  
• 17:06–Controversial California bill
  
• 34:35–Google’s Gemini
  
• 28:59–Brit teachers are getting AI sidekicks
  
• 30:28–Telegram lied about user numbers
  
• 14:21–ChatGPT usage has doubled since last year
  
• 32:11–Brain Cipher claims attack on Olympic venue
  
• 33:33–Galaxy S25 Ultra
  
• 34:30–Everything leaving Hulu in September
  
• 35:32–Iranian cybercriminals are targeting US defense targets
  
• 36:34–DJI Neo
  
• 37:33–Online scam cycles
  
• 42:00–The ‘worlds first’ titanium electric toothbrush
  
• 43:20–Google Chrome
  
• 44:03–Wyze’s AI
  
• 45:30–OpenAI and Anthropic
  
• 46:28–Chatbots offer cops the “ultimate out” to spin police reports
  
• 48:35–Bluesky
  
• 48:54–Trump claims Zuckerberg plotted against him
  
• 50:43–Klarna swaps humans for AI
  
• 51:33–Verizon teams up with another satellite operator
  
• 52:43–X labeled an unflattering NPR story about Trump
  
• 53:05–Meta’s Oversight Board
  
• 53:33–Yelp sues Google
  
• 54:43–CrowdStrike Q2
  
• 55:43–Dick’s discloses cyberattack
  
• 56:16–The Healthcare Cybersecurity Act
  
• 57:35–Tumblr is moving blogs to WordPress
  
• 58:33–The iPhone 17 lineup
  

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