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Business, Spoken

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Get in-depth coverage of current and future trends in technology, and how they are shaping business, entertainment, communications, science, politics, and society.

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Episodes

Apps Are Now Putting the Parole Agent in Your Pocket

The pandemic has stirred interest in smartphone software for remotely monitoring parolees and people on probation. But the approach has raised alarms. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 20, 202010 min

Who’s Still Covered by California’s Gig Worker Law?

Uber and Lyft led a ballot measure that exempts them from AB 5. But millions of janitors, retail workers, and others are still covered by the statute. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 17, 20206 min

The Future of McDonald's Is in the Drive-Thru Lane

The fast food chain is radically rethinking what the Golden Arches experience looks like, from a new loyalty program to more high-tech drive-thrus. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 13, 20208 min

One Clear Message From Voters This Election? More Privacy

Ballot measures were approved in California to restrict commercial use of user data and in Michigan to require warrants for searches of electronic information. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 12, 20208 min

With $200 Million, Uber and Lyft Write Their Own Labor Law

Following a well-funded campaign, California voters approved Proposition 22—allowing gig economy companies to keep treating workers as independent contractors. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 11, 20207 min

It's Hard to Escape Facebook's Vortex of Polarization

Suggesting other news sources only reinforces users' political beliefs. Another study finds that quitting the social media giant leaves people less informed. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 10, 20209 min

To Save the Planet, Get More EVs in Used Car Lots

To reduce carbon emissions, electric vehicles need to stay on the road as long as possible. That means developing a robust trade in second-hand cars. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Nov 06, 20207 min

Companies Are Rushing to Use AI—but Few See a Payoff

A study finds that only 11 percent of firms that have deployed artificial intelligence are reaping a “sizable” return on their investments. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Oct 29, 20207 min

The Anticlimax of the Google Antitrust Suit

The justice department's case against Microsoft in the 1990s was much stronger than the one it's concocted against the Mountain View tech giant. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Oct 27, 20206 min

Here's What Google Does Illegally, According to the DOJ

In an antitrust suit, the Justice Department claims the company uses exclusive deals with device makers and browser makers to prop up its near-monopoly on search. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Oct 26, 20208 min

Tesla's Latest Numbers Put Growth Concerns to Rest

The company's Q3 report exceeded analysts' expectations, but its stock still fell about 3 percent in Friday morning trading. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Oct 13, 20204 min
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