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Uploaded is a new independent podcast about technology, gaming and much more. The episodes usually contain explicit language and jokes. Each week we will explore a number of tech and gaming news items and stories. Giving our own takes, commentary and jokes on the matter. Hosted by Silas & Sod.

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Nvidia CEO gets PAYCUT, YouTuber getting punished, and more!
18-05-2023
Nvidia CEO gets PAYCUT, YouTuber getting punished, and more!
In today's episode, hosts Silas and Sod delve into a week of surprising news in tech. We discuss the recent 10% pay cut of Nvidia CEO, Jensen Huang, as the tech giant fell short of its financial targets for FY23. We also talk about the story of YouTuber Trevor Jacob, who is now facing serious legal consequences for a plane crash stunt he orchestrated for his channel. Tune in to gain a nuanced understanding of these stories and their broader implications in the tech world.btw. this was the first episode where we did a video version on the youtube!Topic Sources:YouTuber Trevor Jacob admits to crashing plane for viewsNvidia CEO Gets $2.5 Million Pay Cut, Probably Won't NoticeAsus Ally Emulates PS3, Nintendo Switch, Xbox 360 with EaseAlso come up with a catchphrase and write it in a review of the show! We probably will read it.----------Get in touch!Got any comments, questions, or stories you want to share with the pod?Send us an email to uploadingpod@gmail.comAlternatively send us boosts via apps like Fountain and others, orhit us up on the Social Media platforms, thanks!Follow Uploaded, Silas, or Sod on the Social Media Networks!Find all the links on the linktree: https://silastv.live/uploaded----------See https://redcircle.com/privacy.Intro/Outro Music licensed via Pond5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/uploaded-tech-news-commentary/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Discord's change everyone hates, PowerLeader's "new Processor", and GPUs in Lobsters
11-05-2023
Discord's change everyone hates, PowerLeader's "new Processor", and GPUs in Lobsters
In this episode, Silas and Sod dive into the latest tech news, discussing Discord's upcoming change to its username system and the mixed reactions from users. They also delve into the mysterious PowerLeader processor, the Powerstar P3-01105, and its suspicious resemblance to Intel's Core i3-10105 CPU. The hosts then explore the bizarre case of smugglers caught in Hong Kong with computer display cards hidden in a cargo of live lobsters. Finally, they tackle the recent changes to Microsoft 365 Outlook and Teams apps, which sparked dissatisfaction among users due to the altered way links open in the apps.Topic Sources:Discord plans to make everyone change their usernameChinese PC Maker Powerstar Rebrands Intel CPU as the P3-01105Smuggling continuesMicrosoft Edge Will Soon Hijack Outlook and Teams Links by DefaultAlso come up with a catchphrase and write it in a review of the show! We probably will read it.----------Get in touch!Got any comments, questions, or stories you want to share with the pod?Send us an email to uploadingpod@gmail.comAlternatively send us boosts via apps like Fountain and others, orhit us up on the Social Media platforms, thanks!Follow Uploaded, Silas, or Sod on the Social Media Networks!Find all the links on the linktree: https://silastv.live/uploaded----------Intro/Outro Music licensed via Pond5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/uploaded-tech-news-commentary/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
ARM leaving Brits behind? The AI Act and how to "repair" Chromebooks
04-05-2023
ARM leaving Brits behind? The AI Act and how to "repair" Chromebooks
In today's episode of the podcast, Silas and Sod discuss  many thigns. First, they talk about Arm, the British microchip design company, and its plans to raise up to $10bn through selling shares in the US. Next, Silas and Sod delve into the European Commission's draft AI Act, which aims to create the world's first comprehensive laws governing the use of AI. Finally, they discuss the findings of a new report by the US Public Interest Research Group Education Fund that highlights issues with the bulk purchases of Chromebooks made by schools during the pandemic. The report argues that repairability is a significant issue.Sources:Topic 1: UK chip giant Arm files for blockbuster US share listingTopic 2: EU proposes new copyright rules for generative AI Topic 3: Schools bought millions of Chromebooks in 2020 — and three years later, they’re starting to breakAlso come up with a catchphrase and write it in a review of the show! We probably will read it.----------Get in touch!Got any comments, questions, or stories you want to share with the pod?Send us an email to uploadingpod@gmail.comAlternatively send us boosts via apps like Fountain and others, orhit us up on the Social Media platforms, thanks!Follow Uploaded, Silas, or Sod on the Social Media Networks!Find all the links on the linktree: https://silastv.live/uploaded----------See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy .Intro/Outro Music licensed via Pond5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/uploaded-tech-news-commentary/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
All the topics are stupid today and Microsoft get's blocked.
27-04-2023
All the topics are stupid today and Microsoft get's blocked.
Twitter claims dead celebs are subscribing to Blue from beyond the gravehttps://www.theverge.com/2023/4/24/23695534/twitter-blue-tick-verification-dead-celebritieshttps://www.theverge.com/2023/4/24/23695534/twitter-blue-tick-verification-dead-celebritiesWearable AI Assistant Uses Built-in Projector to Show Its UIhttps://www.tomshardware.com/news/humane-demonstrates-wearable-ai-assistantUS Supreme Court rejects computer scientist's lawsuit over AI-generated inventionshttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/us-supreme-court-rejects-computer-140619422.htmlXbox's Activision Blizzard deal has been blocked by the UK, Microsoft to appealhttps://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsofts-activision-blizzard-deal-for-xbox-has-been-blocked-by-the-uk-regulator#:~:text=The%20UK%20regulatory%20body%20known%20as%20the%20CMA,the%20year%20that%20the%20deal%20could%20harm%20competitionAlso come up with a catchphrase and write it in a review of the show! We probably will read it.----------Get in touch!Got any comments, questions, or stories you want to share with the pod?Send us an email to uploadingpod@gmail.comAlternatively send us boosts via apps like Fountain and others, orhit us up on the Social Media platforms, thanks!Follow Uploaded, Silas, or Sod on the Social Media Networks!Find all the links on the linktree: https://silastv.live/uploaded----------See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy .Intro/Outro Music licensed via Pond5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/uploaded-tech-news-commentary/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Angry Birds SOLD, Elon Musk starts another thing (an AI), and Europe maybe making more chips!
20-04-2023
Angry Birds SOLD, Elon Musk starts another thing (an AI), and Europe maybe making more chips!
Sources:Sega agrees to buy video game maker Rovio:https://www.bbc.com/news/business-65295724EU Proceeds with $47 Billion European Chips Act:https://www.tomshardware.com/news/eu-proceeds-with-47-billion-european-chips-actElon Musk promises his ChatGPT rival "unlikely to annihilate humans" - but I'm still scared:https://www.techradar.com/news/elon-musks-truthgpt-is-coming-but-will-it-be-any-different-from-other-chatbotsAlso the mentioned twitter algorithm evaluator:https://twitter-algorithm.vercel.app/Note: This episode was rushed because even on top of what already was mentioned, I also had technical problems which caused not being able to use the regularly used tools. That is why there are no chapter markers or transcription. I apologise.Also come up with a catchphrase and write it in a review of the show! We probably will read it.----------Get in touch!Got any comments, questions, or stories you want to share with the pod?Send us an email to uploadingpod@gmail.comAlternatively send us boosts via apps like Fountain and others, orhit us up on the Social Media platforms, thanks!Follow Uploaded, Silas, or Sod on the Social Media Networks!Find all the links on the linktree: https://silastv.live/uploaded----------See https://www.buzzsprout.com/privacy .Intro/Outro Music licensed via Pond5.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/uploaded-tech-news-commentary/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands