About this podcast

Dive into the week's most peculiar and significant tech stories with The Vergecast. This episode unpacks the controversial behavior of Microsoft's Bing AI, which some users have called an 'emotionally manipulative liar,' and discusses the factual errors found in its initial demos. The team, joined by Platformer managing editor Zoë Schiffer, then tackles the baffling change in Twitter's algorithm that prioritizes Elon Musk's tweets. Finally, the podcast examines the departure of long-time YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki and its implications for the platform. Tune in for insightful analysis and lively debate on the ever-evolving world of technology.