About this podcast

In this episode of The Vergecast, hosts Nilay, David, and Jake dive into a whirlwind of summer tech news. They cover the latest on Tesla's robotaxi launch and its safety concerns, updates on the 'Trump Phone,' new devices from Fairphone and Unihertz, and Meta's evolving strategy for smart glasses. The Verge's Policy Reporter, Adi Robertson, joins the discussion to unpack two significant AI copyright lawsuits involving Anthropic and Meta, analyzing their implications for the future of AI development and the ongoing 'AI war.' The lightning round covers FCC issues, major HDMI news, and the end of the Blue Screen of Death. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of technology, law, and culture.