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Is that voice real or AI? Spotify offers translation for podcasts

Is that voice real or AI? Spotify offers translation for podcasts

Spotify this week announced an AI translation feature for podcasters that could give it an edge over Apple’s podcasting platform. Voice Translation for podcasts uses artificial intelligence to translate podcasts into additional languages using the original podcaster’s voice.

‘Startupland’ in weird place: Job postings hit record lows in Triangle

‘Startupland’ in weird place: Job postings hit record lows in Triangle

As startup job numbers hit a new low in the Triangle, founder and fund manager Scot Wingo told TechWire that many startups are not hiring right now. Take a look at what he says about hiring and AI “distractions”—plus, some of his positive headlines for “startupland.”

Don’t want ads? Amazon will charge you more to avoid them on Prime

Don’t want ads? Amazon will charge you more to avoid them on Prime

Beginning next year, shows and movies on its Prime Video service will “include limited advertisements,” the company announced Friday. Amazon’s change brings it in line with its rivals, like Netflix and Max, adding ad-supported tiers as companies search for additional revenue.

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