WSJ Tech News Briefing

Plus, X drops Unilever from a lawsuit against advertisers. And Tesla stock falls after the event unveiling its robotaxi. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grindr aims to build an AI “wingman” for its users. The dating app’s CEO spoke with WSJ CIO Journal reporter Belle Lin about the approach to building an artificial intelligence agent at The Wall Street Journal’s CIO Network Summit. Plus, over-the-counter hearing aids were meant to make the technology more accessible for people with mild to moderate hearing loss. So, what’s behind the high return rates? Zoe Thomas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, China detains employees who work at a Foxconn factory central to Apple’s iPhone supply chain. And the SEC sues the crypto unit of a high-speed trading firm. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tesla is expected to announce plans for a new robotaxi on Thursday. Networks of expensive self-driving cabs need lots of paying riders. Could a partnership with a ride-hailing company help? WSJ Heard on the Street columnist Dan Gallagher talks to host Zoe Thomas about Tesla’s anticipated plans and what investors are making of them. Plus, striking dockworkers are back on the job, but contract negotiations still have to work out a thorny issue: automation. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Amazon plans to add 20 cities to its same-day pharmacy delivery business. And Chinese tech company Baidu is seeking to roll out its robotaxis overseas. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many factory owners invested heavily in automation as the best way to meet customer demand. But now, factories are adding fewer new robots as production slows and more human workers take on manufacturing jobs. WSJ reporter Bob Tita and host Zoe Thomas discuss why some companies say adding new robots is no longer worth the investment. Plus, a look at some new tech that could one day make it easier to improve your dental hygiene. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Crypto.com sues the SEC after the agency warns the exchange could face a lawsuit. And artificial intelligence pioneers, including one of the “godfathers of AI,” win the Nobel Prize in physics. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A California law aimed at cracking down on election deepfakes is on hold after being challenged in court. WSJ reporter Jacob Gershman joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the law's aim and why opponents say it’s infringing on free speech. Plus, a possible detente in the text message battle iPhones and Androids. We’ll tell you why Apple’s iOS 18 could help ease the tensions. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, a former Intel CEO lands a new role leading an AI software company. And IT group Atos makes a new proposal to sell assets to the French state. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A teenager became a legend in online communities by allegedly hacking into big companies, even after multiple arrests. He's part of a new breed of fearless young cybercriminals worrying authorities. WSJ reporter Robert McMillan tells the story of Arion Kurtaj and the Com. Zoe Thomas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Google threatens to stop linking to news in New Zealand if a bill aimed at making digital platforms pay media outlets is passed. And the EU moves ahead with plans to put a 45% tariff on EVs made in China. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Regulators are sending a message to startups that “fake it till you make it” isn't an excuse for fraud. WSJ Pro Venture Capital reporter Marc Vartabedian joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss how the Securities and Exchange Commission is trying to crack down on startups misleading or defrauding investors. Plus, large AI models are trained on vast amounts of data but may still lack deep, industry-specific knowledge that companies need. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, SoftBank CEO says AI will have human-level intelligence in a few years. And companies rarely saw more than a slight dip in their share price after disclosing a cyber incident. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lawsuit brought by New Mexico claims Snap failed to disclose or effectively address risks of sextortion, in which predators solicit explicit photos and then use them to blackmail the sender. WSJ reporter Jeff Horwitz tells host Zoe Thomas about the lawsuit’s allegations. Plus, venture capital pioneer Vinod Khosla says AI will drive deflation, but the productivity gains will allow governments to create social safety nets. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Tesla reports its first rise in quarterly deliveries this year. And Nvidia joins forces with IT consultant Accenture to encourage companies to use AI products. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Biden administration is working on a new attempt to enforce security standards for water systems following multiple cyber attacks on water facilities nationwide. WSJ Pro Cybersecurity reporter James Rundle joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss a recent incident and the state of water infrastructure cyber defenses. Plus, Epic Games filed an antitrust case against Google and Samsung; we’ll tell you about the allegations. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Apple stock falls following analyst report on iPhone productions. And Sonos unveils a plan to win back customer trust after disastrous app release. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

OpenAI plans to convert from a non-profit to a for-profit organization, a complex move that is rarely done. WSJ reporter Theo Francis joins host Zoe Thomas to discuss the hurdles that OpenAI will face and the possible reasons for the change. Plus, a controversial bill to regulate artificial intelligence has been vetoed in California. We’ll explain what that could mean for setting national AI safety standards. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus, Fortnite maker Epic Games says it’s suing Google and Samsung over alleged app-store scheme. And DirectTV agrees to merge with rival Dish. Zoe Thomas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. defense companies making weapons to counter China are also heavily dependent on the country for parts. WSJ technology and national security reporter Heather Somerville explains the challenges behind overhauling a China-dominated supply chain. Plus, Apple’s latest software updates include a new free password manager. WSJ personal tech columnist Nicole Nguyen tells us the pros and cons of Apple’s Passwords app. Sign up for the WSJ's free technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices