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The inside track on the new industrial revolution.

Co-hosting from London and San Francisco, Danny and Katie bring you the latest news, analysis and interviews with the people creating the future.

Together, they explore this strange new world of tech giants and high finance, explaining how we got here and what is right around the corner.

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Has Silicon Valley become “addicted to addiction”? Computer scientist and futurist Jaron Lanier joins Danny Fortson to discuss why he thinks AI companies are repeating the mistakes of social media - and why treating chatbots as a new species is takin... more

Anthropic has launched its historic IPO filing ahead of its blockbuster stock market debut. It offers the first glimpse inside the company’s finances, including both the mountain of money it’s sitting on and spending. So what do the numbers tell us? ... more

Humanoid robots are all over social media: making beds, doing backflips, even outrunning Usain Bolt. But how much of it is real and how much is hype?

This week, Danny and Katie are joined by roboticist and co-founder of Bear Robotics Bren Pierce. He... more

Anthropic has pledged to give away 5% of its shares to a fund that will make donations for the quote unquote “public good”. These shares could be worth between 75 and $100 billion.

Days later, Elon Musk posted on X that he would give one of his Spa... more

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Recent Guests

Jaron Lanier
Computer scientist, futurist, and virtual reality pioneer
Microsoft
Episode: Jaron Lanier on Silicon Valley’s new gods and AI addiction
Brennand Pierce
Roboticist and co-founder and Chief Robotics Officer of Bear Robotics
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Episode: Bear Robotics co-founder on using AI to teach robots how to think
Luca Ferrari
Founder/CEO of Bending Spoons
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Episode: Bending Spoons CEO on going public, buying old tech brands and The Matrix
Frances Haugen
Former Facebook employee and whistleblower
Facebook / Meta (former employee)
Episode: Facebook Whistleblower on Mark Zuckerberg, Meta AI and The Social Reckoning
Matt Higham
Chief Digital and Technology Officer for UK and Ireland at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: BONUS: AI governance - how business can adopt AI safely
Amjad Masad
Founder and CEO of Replit
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Episode: The Interview: Replit CEO on the contradictions at the heart of AI doom
Nick Bolton
CEO of Ordnance Survey
Ordnance Survey
Episode: The Interview: Ordnance Survey CEO on AI reinventing maps
Carmen Palacios-Berraquero
Quantum physicist, founder and CEO of Nu Quantum
Nu Quantum
Episode: The Interview: Nu Quantum CEO on how quantum computing could solve the energy crisis
Bill Gates
Business leader and philanthropist, focused on AI and global health
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Episode: The Interview: Bill Gates on AI risk, regulation and the "vacuum of US leadership"

Hosts

Danny Fortson
Host of The Times Tech Podcast
Katie Prescott
Co-host of The Times Tech Podcast
Mark Sellman
Tech correspondent for The Times

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 925 ratings
  • Please don’t

    Please don’t do corporate sponsored episodes - this made me unsubscribe

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sir Mate
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Insightful, engaging, and always enjoyable

    The Times Tech Podcast has quickly become one of my favourites. The presenters have a great rapport that makes each episode feel natural and easy to listen to. I really appreciate the focus on a single topic per episode—it allows for a deeper dive without ever feeling overwhelming. The balance between solid reporting, insightful analysis, and a touch of humour keeps things interesting. A great listen for anyone who wants to stay informed about tech without the jargon overload. Highly recommended... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fchapman26
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Love this show!

    Danny is awesome and has wonderful guests who you learn a lot from. My favorite podcast!

    Adding to my original review. Please bring back the Danny in the Valley opening music!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shakedallah
    United States2 years ago
  • Sam Altman Trump voter

    And sued by his sister. Search and see what he is accused of.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TeoGeogreGrah
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • New format needs work

    I was a fan of Danny in the Valley but the new format is not yet delivering. It feels like 15 min of content for 1 hr of listening. The presenters are v professional but talking to each other is not as compelling as hearing them interview tech practitioners.

    Please rethink - good talent being wasted here.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mr cool 0101010101
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Some criticism exists around pacing or format changes, with viewers preferring deeper practitioner-focused interviews over host banter at times.
Overall, the show is regarded as a reliable, engaging source for tech industry insights and future-oriented discussion.
Listeners praise high-quality conversations, strong interview guests, and accessible yet insightful tech coverage.

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#25
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#34
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#75
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Jaron Lanier on Silicon Valley’s new gods and AI addiction
Q: How would you remake AI, and is there any possibility of a remake?
Lanier supports large-scale statistical models but proposes using them to make interactive editors that let people explore variations and learn, preserving human authorship and intuition rather than relying on addictive chatbots or autonomous agents.
Jaron Lanier on Silicon Valley’s new gods and AI addiction
Q: Is there a through line between the social media business model and the business models at the heart of the AI industry?
Lanier says AI companies have adopted an addiction-driven model similar to social media, even though the technology itself can be valuable. He argues that the problem lies in incentives that monetize emotional dependence and concentrate value in companies.
Bear Robotics co-founder on using AI to teach robots how to think
Q: How does the comparison between the UK and Western ability to make robots stack up against what is happening in China?
Pierce says Chinese companies have major hardware cost advantages from subsidies and integrated supply chains, while the United States and Europe are stronger in software and foundational models.
Bear Robotics co-founder on using AI to teach robots how to think
Q: What is actually happening with humanoid robots, and how should we think about this moment?
Pierce says the technology is advancing but remains immature, with most companies still piloting practical tasks such as moving items in warehouses. He expects early deployments to expand before household robots become capable and affordable.
Bending Spoons CEO on going public, buying old tech brands and The Matrix
Q: What sparked the naming of the company and the strategic approach to acquiring and revitalizing old tech brands?
The name Bending Spoons comes from The Matrix, reflecting a mindset of twisting perception and unlocking power through practice; the acquisition strategy focuses on buying underperforming but solidly viable tech businesses, then enhancing them with strong engineering, centralized resources, and better monetization rather than selling them off.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Times Tech

What is Times Tech about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A technology-focused show hosted from San Francisco and London that pairs sharp reporting with in-depth interviews, covering AI, regulatory issues, biotech, fintech, and the future of work. Episodes frequently feature industry leaders and practitioners who illuminate how tech is reshaping business strategy, policy, and everyday life, with a bias toward practical implications and real-world use cases. Notable strengths include a consistent two-host dynamic, high-profile guest lineups, and a steady appetite for timely, impact-forward topics across AI, robotics, biotech, and the power structures shaping tech. Listeners can expect thoughtful, often policy-tinged conversations anchored by industry insiders, plus memorable interviews that blend t... more

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