Like it or not, you may not be able to avoid the AI agents for long. David and Nilay discuss the ways Microsoft is pushing agents to practically every corner of Windows, and where Google plans to put Gemini 3 now that it’s confident it makes the best model. After that, the hosts dig into the ruling in Meta’s monopoly case, which has a lot to say about TikTok — and about the state and future of the internet. Finally, in the lightning round, it’s time for an extra-long Brendan Carr is a Dummy, some thoughts on domain names, and a quick Boox screen test. #Vergecast #Podcast #Technology
0:00 Welcome Back to the Studio
01:25 Breaking News: Google Cracks Airdrop
13:53 The AI Frenzy: Microsoft's Bold Moves
36:30 Google's Gemini 3: The New AI Leader
46:54 Smart Home Struggles and AI Limitations
49:05 Meta's Antitrust Trial and Its Implications
50:33 Meta's Monopoly Trial Verdict
01:06:52 Brendan Carr's a Dummy - Like a LOT This Week
01:23:17 Matter 1.5 and Smart Home Updates
01:26:19 Boox Palma 2 Pro Review
01:29:52 Upcoming Episodes and Year-End Plans
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