Tech Talk With Ian Sherr For Apr 9 2026

In this episode, we dive into a rapidly shifting tech landscape, starting with Meta’s controversial move to reportedly remove ads from attorneys seeking clients who claim they were harmed by social media as teens—coming just weeks after a major legal ruling found Meta and YouTube negligent in a social media addiction case. We also explore Anthropic’s announcement of a powerful new AI model that the company suggests may be too dangerous for widespread use, raising fresh questions about how far is too far in artificial intelligence. Plus, a new Gallup study reveals that Gen Z is feeling uneasy about AI’s growing role in their lives—what’s behind the concern, and what does it mean for the future? We’ll also break down a court decision allowing the Pentagon to label Anthropic a “supply chain risk,” tied to the company’s stance on how its technology is used in warfare. And in global tech policy news, Greece is stepping up efforts to regulate social media use for kids, signaling a broader international push to protect younger users online. Finally, Ian shares his Tech Pick of the Week—don’t miss it.