AI-powered search engines and the tech industry rivalry
About this podcast
Join The Vergecast crew Nilay Patel, Alex Cranz, Richard Lawler, and James Vincent as they dive deep into Microsoft's new Bing search engine, now supercharged with ChatGPT AI. This episode explores the heated battle between Microsoft and Google for search engine dominance, dissecting whether Bing's AI integration is a true upgrade or a source of unexpected dark turns. Beyond the AI wars, the discussion also covers major tech news including Disney layoffs, the decline in Elon Musk's Twitter reach, Nintendo Direct announcements, and the latest from OnePlus. Tune in for a comprehensive and engaging analysis of the week's biggest tech headlines.
podcaster host & Guests
Nilay Patel
editor host
Richard Lawler
journalist editor
Alex Cranz
journalist co-host
James Vincent
Tech Journalist AI Analyst
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