In this episode of TechWatch Radio, Sam and Jay explore the fascinating new frontier of 3D-printed architecture with a spotlight on Starbucks’ first fully 3D-printed store in Brownsville, Texas. They discuss how this compact, drive-thru-only structure showcases the promise and current limitations of additive manufacturing in the construction industry. The conversation compares the process to modular concepts like Boxabl, emphasizing scalability challenges and the potential for affordable, fast-build structures in the future.
Next, the duo dives into AI developments with a beginner’s guide to using Grok (Elon Musk's chat-based tool from X) versus ChatGPT. They explain key differences in tone, capabilities, and potential use cases, particularly for social media, business intelligence, and entertainment. Finally, they unpack Amazon’s Project Kuiper and its ambitions to rival Starlink in the satellite internet space, before rounding out the show with coverage of a half-marathon in China featuring humanoid robots; where human endurance still reigns supreme (for now). From bleeding-edge tech to grounded analysis, it’s another engaging episode of TechWatch Radio!
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