176: A $235 Million Bitcoin Wallet Mystery. Autonomous Decision-Making with ScaleAI’s Military Chatbot, is this SKYNET? Finally, We Discuss Instagram Adding ‘Terrorist’ to users’ bios and should friends help in Dating Apps? | Air Date: 10/22 - 10/28/23

TechTime with Nathan Mumm

Have you ever wondered how a refusal to unlock $235 million worth of Bitcoin might lead to a riveting cat and mouse game? Or how handing the reins of your Tinder account over to a trusted friend could shake up the dating game? Let's get ready to unpack these intriguing tales and the introduction of AI in military decision-making.
As we delve into the curious case of the locked Bitcoin USB, we'll analyze the owner's reluctance to crack it open. Imagine giving your loved ones a chance to play cupid on your behalf with Tinder. We'll be discussing this game-changer and its implications for privacy and long-term relationships, and how it squares up against competitors like Bumble and Hinge.
Then onto more serious matters, we're diving into the AI arms race against China with a special focus on Scale AI's military chatbot, Donovan. We'll be scrutinizing its role in decision-making in the military and the potential geopolitical consequences. How does a 26-year-old CEO Alexander Wong clinch a $249 million deal with the Department of Defense?
Episode 176: Starts at 1:29
This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm, we have a story about a locked USB drive worth $235 million in Bitcoin that could be unlocked. The drive's owner has lost the password, and a team of hackers believes they can open it. But there's a catch. Next, we'll discuss ScaleAI's military chatbot and whether it's the start of SKYNET. Could this technology lead to autonomous decision-making? We'll explore this topic in detail.
Then, how would you feel if Instagram added 'terrorist' to your BIO? Plus, should friends and family help you make a match with online dating? Finally, our spooky "LETTERS" episode will make you scream, "Don't Click that LINK." We've got some creepy stories that will give you goosebumps.
Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hmmm" Technology news of the week for October 22nd – 28th, 2023

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• A Locked USB Drive Worth $235 Million in Bitcoin - https://tinyurl.com/2426kvuj
• Tinder: Friends and family can help you make a good match - https://tinyurl.com/bdhv7jcc
• AI-powered decision platform Donovan, is ScaleAI’s military chatbot - https://tinyurl.com/3yhd822a

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