Tech Talk With Ian Sherr For April 30 2026

Waymo’s driverless cars are headed to Portland—are we ready for a city where your next ride has no one behind the wheel? This week on Tech Talk with Ian Sherr, we dive into what autonomous vehicles could mean for daily life, safety, and the future of urban transportation. Plus, Taylor Swift is drawing a firm line against AI misuse, taking new steps to protect her voice and likeness—just as Spotify rolls out verified artist badges to help listeners tell what’s real and what’s artificially generated. The battle over authenticity in the AI age is heating up fast. Meanwhile, Big Tech continues to rake in billions from artificial intelligence… even as cracks start to show. Supply chain issues and parts shortages are forcing companies to slow their own tech spending. And in a courtroom showdown that could reshape the AI landscape, Elon Musk and OpenAI face off, with major industry leaders—including Microsoft’s CEO—set to weigh in. On the policy front, the White House is making moves to curb Anthropic’s expansion of its powerful Mythos technology, raising big questions about regulation, innovation, and control. And of course, we wrap it all up with your Tech Pick of the Week—a can’t-miss gadget, app, or idea you’ll want to try right now. Tune in for sharp insights, lively discussion, and everything you need to keep up with the fast-moving world of tech.