In this edition, Anna Kalinowsky, Editor-in-Chief Dr. Volker Zota, and Malte Kirchner discuss various topics, focusing on recent technological trends and policies. The main subjects include:
CES 2025: AI Innovations
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 in Las Vegas showcases a wide range of AI-integrated technologies. From smart home devices to autonomous vehicles, AI is at the forefront of this year’s innovations. The discussion revolves around which of these innovations are truly impactful and the sustainability of the current AI trend.
Meta’s Policy Shift
Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, announces a shift in moderation policies, promoting more freedom of speech on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. This change may lead to a transformation similar to what occurred with X (formerly Twitter). The implications and potential outcomes of this strategic move are explored.
38C3: Security Concerns
The Chaos Communication Congress (38C3) addresses critical vulnerabilities, particularly in electronic patient records. The severity of these security issues is examined, along with insights and experiences shared by Volker from the event.
#heiseshow: Tech News & Policy
The #heiseshow is a live discussion platform on current technological developments and internet policies, airing every Thursday at 5 PM. Viewers can participate in discussions via Twitter using the hashtag #heiseshow before, during, and after the show. The show is available on multiple platforms, including Spotify, as an audio podcast, and as a video podcast in both SD and HD formats. It is also accessible on iTunes.
In addition to the main topics, the show features a segment celebrating a “nerd birthday,” a “WTF of the week,” and challenging quiz questions.
Engagement and Feedback
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The #heiseshow is streamed live every Thursday at 5 PM on heise online. After the live session, episodes are available for viewing and listening on YouTube and as podcasts. The episodes are offered in both SD (360p) and HD (720p) quality. Links to the RSS feeds are provided for easy access.