This week Rich Bradbury and Matt Armitage explore one of the latest developments in disaster relief: the cyborg cockroach army. Fitted with electrodes, antennae and battery packs, semi-autonomous insect cyborgs could help to reach people under buildings and structures flattened by natural disasters.



Those same insects are on the menu as the pair journeys to Mars to uncover what could be new forms of life under the planet’s surface. And discuss the possibility of humans becoming Martians too, as they debate the challenges of surviving on the Red Planet. From toxic soil and cosmic radiation to the psychological impact of living in a confined habitat, what would the reality of living in Elon Musk’s mooted Marstopian paradise be like?

This week Rich Bradbury and Matt Armitage explore one of the latest developments in disaster relief: the cyborg cockroach army. Fitted with electrodes, antennae and battery packs, semi-autonomous insect cyborgs could help to reach people under buildings and structures flattened by natural disasters.Those same insects are on the menu as the pair journeys to Mars to uncover what could be new forms of life under the planet’s surface. And discuss the possibility of humans becoming Martians too, as they debate the challenges of surviving on the Red Planet. From toxic soil and cosmic radiation to the psychological impact of living in a confined habitat, what would the reality of living in Elon Musk’s mooted Marstopian paradise be like?

Where would your business be in 10 years time? How about 5 years from now? Or even tomorrow? Chances are, you’re already in the age of a digital business. Tech Talk is the programme that gives you access to the minds that are shaping the world of tomorrow. Hear from global and regional experts and analyst, record breaking developers, the dark-web hackers and the “crazy ones” as they give you an insight to how the world will change. Tech Talk helps you to breakdown the geeky jargons and complex codes that many often would fear. Also find out what are some the latest consumer offerings like smartphones, drones, robots, cameras, video games that are best in the market and quirky insight to a mind of a digital pop culture technology advocater, Richard Bradbury.

Where would your business be in 10 years time? How about 5 years from now? Or even tomorrow? Chances are, you’re already in the age of a digital business. Tech Talk is the programme that gives you access to the minds that are shaping the world of tomorrow. Hear from global and regional experts and analyst, record breaking developers, the dark-web hackers and the “crazy ones” as they give you an insight to how the world will change. Tech Talk helps you to breakdown the geeky jargons and complex codes that many often would fear. Also find out what are some the latest consumer offerings like smartphones, drones, robots, cameras, video games that are best in the market and quirky insight to a mind of a digital pop culture technology advocater, Richard Bradbury.

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How does the Internet work? To be honest we don't know either. But on Tech Talk, we deconstruct the relationship between humans and technology and understand how it shapes our business and life.

MSP305. Marching to Mars: The Cyborg Cockroach Army

Staring the apocalypse in the eye, Richard Bradbury and Matt Armitage dissect the highs and lows technology, science and culture in 2024. There’s the obligatory explosion of AI, NVIDIA's trillion-dollar triumph, and the cyber-insecurity chaos that has plagued the year.



There are upsides too, as they memorialize mind-blowing scientific discoveries, like how humans age in bursts and the surprising versatility of new medications. They revisit to head-scratching world of DNA computing, the benefits of stranding astronauts and the strange rise of prebunking.



It's a Happy New Year from MattSplained and a ‘see you in the wreckage’ of 2025.

Staring the apocalypse in the eye, Richard Bradbury and Matt Armitage dissect the highs and lows technology, science and culture in 2024. There’s the obligatory explosion of AI, NVIDIA's trillion-dollar triumph, and the cyber-insecurity chaos that has plagued the year.There are upsides too, as they memorialize mind-blowing scientific discoveries, like how humans age in bursts and the surprising versatility of new medications. They revisit to head-scratching world of DNA computing, the benefits of stranding astronauts and the strange rise of prebunking.It's a Happy New Year from MattSplained and a ‘see you in the wreckage’ of 2025.

MSP307. 2024: The Good, The Bad And The Prebunk

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the financial services industry, but with great innovation comes great responsibility. On this episode of Tech Talk, we explore the challenges and opportunities of implementing ethical AI in a sector where trust and transparency are paramount.



We examine the complexities of AI governance, discussing how financial institutions can tackle bias, ensure transparency, and build frameworks that keep pace with evolving regulations. We’ll also look at how public-private collaborations can strengthen AI ecosystems, balance innovation with security, and embed sustainability into AI initiatives.

Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the financial services industry, but with great innovation comes great responsibility. On this episode of Tech Talk, we explore the challenges and opportunities of implementing ethical AI in a sector where trust and transparency are paramount.We examine the complexities of AI governance, discussing how financial institutions can tackle bias, ensure transparency, and build frameworks that keep pace with evolving regulations. We’ll also look at how public-private collaborations can strengthen AI ecosystems, balance innovation with security, and embed sustainability into AI initiatives.

Navigating AI Governance in Financial Services

Rich Bradbury and Matt Armitage take a much-needed break from doom-scrolling to celebrate some of the best things technology has ever done.



As befitting a pair of uber geeks, there’s a love letter to the Internet, a passionate defense of spectacles, and Rich’s solo swim in the waters of gaming.



They also dissect their biggest tech disappointments, from the unfulfilled promises of space travel to the stagnation of smartphones. And the need for temperature-regulating clothing!



Lastly, they gaze into their crystal balls (or maybe just their smartphone screens) and give Cyber Santa a wish list that includes talking to animals, 15-minute cities, personalized health care and, of course, Matt as a Battle Bot.

Rich Bradbury and Matt Armitage take a much-needed break from doom-scrolling to celebrate some of the best things technology has ever done.As befitting a pair of uber geeks, there’s a love letter to the Internet, a passionate defense of spectacles, and Rich’s solo swim in the waters of gaming. They also dissect their biggest tech disappointments, from the unfulfilled promises of space travel to the stagnation of smartphones. And the need for temperature-regulating clothing!Lastly, they gaze into their crystal balls (or maybe just their smartphone screens) and give Cyber Santa a wish list that includes talking to animals, 15-minute cities, personalized health care and, of course, Matt as a Battle Bot.

MSP305. Marching to Mars: The Cyborg Cockroach Army

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