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"Uncanny Valley": OpenAI and Musk Fight Again; DOJ Mishandles Voter Data; Artemis II Comes Home

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Why This Matters

This episode highlights the ongoing legal battles between OpenAI and Elon Musk, the importance of transparent handling of voter data by government agencies, and the excitement surrounding Artemis II's return from space. These stories underscore the rapid advancements and challenges in AI, space exploration, and data privacy that directly impact consumers and the tech industry alike.

Key Takeaways

This week, our hosts discuss why OpenAI and Elon Musk’s legal feud is heating up once again—and happening alongside SpaceX’s IPO filing. They also dive into how a Department of Justice lawyer misled a judge about how they’re handling voter data, and why the Artemis II’s launch captured all of our imaginations.

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You can follow Brian Barrett on Bluesky at @brbarrett and Leah Feiger on Bluesky at @leahfeiger. Write to us at [email protected].

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Transcript

Note: This is an automated transcript, which may contain errors.

Brian Barrett: Hey, it's Brian. Zoë, Leah, and I have really enjoyed being your new hosts these past few weeks, and we want to hear from you. If you like the show and have a minute, please leave us a review in the podcast or app of your choice. It really helps us reach more people. And for any questions and comments, you can always reach us at [email protected]. Thank you for listening. On to the show. Welcome to WIRED's Uncanny Valley. I am Brian Barrett, executive editor.

Leah Feiger: And I'm Leah Feiger, senior politics editor.

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