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AI Hype Collapses, Waymo Admits Human Assistance, and TikTok Creators Shift Platforms

Category: Technology
Duration: 00:12:56
Publish Date: 2026-02-09 05:22:00
Description:

In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love explores the recent security failures in AI platforms, specifically focusing on a database exposure at MoltBook. Waymo's admission of relying on remote human assistance for its autonomous taxis is discussed, contrasting with Tesla's approach. The episode also highlights the differing responses from Canada and the US regarding Chinese EV software, and examines the migration of TikTok creators to the new platform 'up scrolled' due to censorship concerns. The show concludes with insights into the challenges new social media platforms face in gaining and maintaining user base.

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00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:21 AI Hype and Security Failures 04:51 Waymo's Remote Human Assistance 06:57 US and Canada Diverge on Chinese EV Software 09:07 TikTok Creators Migrate to Up Scrolled 11:53 Conclusion and Sponsor Message

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