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982: Bots Are Ruining the Internet

Published 25 Feb 2026

Duration: 2954

Recent tech developments, AI advancements, and tool updates are discussed, including the adoption of new APIs, AI-generated content concerns, and improvements in speech-to-text models.

Episode Description

Wes and Scott talk about the latest dev news: Node enabling Temporal by default, OpenAI acquiring OpenClaw, TypeScript 6, new TanStack and Deno releas...

Overview

The podcast discusses recent advancements and trends in the tech industry. It highlights the growing use of Temporal as a new date API, Open AI's acquisition of Open Claw, and updates to TypeScript 6. The episode also explores the increasing role of AI agents and the challenges they present, such as the spread of misinformation and spam generated by AI bots. New tools and libraries are covered, including Shader.com for GPU-based visual effects and React Hot Keys for managing keyboard shortcuts in React applications.

Additional topics include improvements in speech-to-text models, ethical issues surrounding AI-generated content, and ongoing debates about whether modular components are replacing traditional web pages. The discussion also touches on personal tech setups, such as custom AI environments and the integration of AI in podcasting, as well as common frustrations like Bluetooth connectivity problems and the growing complexity of digital communication.

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