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The Mint Techcetra podcast is your navigator into the mesmerizing maze that is technology today. From decoding technologies, policies, enterprises, and legal decisions to sci-fi and pop culture, this podcast will cover it all. Every week hosts - Leslie D'Monte, Shouvik Das and Deepti Ahuja - will talk about important developments in tech and how they transform our lives, work and play as we know it.
If you have any questions or suggestions you can reach out to the hosts on LinkedIn via their handles given below:
Leslie D'Monte, Mint's Sr. Associate Editor: linkedin.com/in/leslie-d-monte-4985993
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Deepti Ahuja, Content Head, HT Smartcast: linkedin.com/in/deeptea
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93: Twitter takes on Indian government
Why is Twitter fighting the Indian government? What is Twitter's Country Withheld Policy? What is the homegrown alternative to Twitter? Tune in as @undertecher answers all these questions in this episode.
09:3011/02/2021
92: How budget 2021 impacted the tech sector?
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, resident tech-expert @undertecher talks about how budget 2021 will impact the tech sector and what that means for you and your goal of buying electronics. Tune in to know more!
08:5604/02/2021
91: Hybrid work and the need for endpoint security
With hybrid work models proliferating companies need to ensure security and proper threat detection plans in order to keep their data safe and avoid losses.
07:5128/01/2021
90: How Dell endpoint security protects enterprises
Endpoint security has become more important than ever in the post-pandemic work from home-driven world. Companies like Dell are gearing up to meet the challenge heads on.
05:5722/01/2021
89: How user profiling and algorithms work?
Soon after WhatsApp's privacy policy issues came into light, there’s a lot of discussion going on everywhere about user profile and algorithms. There’s information and then there’s misinformation, so resident tech-expert @undertecher will help you in knowing about what exactly happens.
12:2921/01/2021
88: WhatsApp's new privacy policy
In this episode, resident tech-expert @undertecher will discuss the recent change in WhatsApp's privacy policy. How private WhatsApp is? What all they can see? Tune in to find out.
12:4614/01/2021
87: Welcome to the splinternet
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, host Prasid Banerjee talks about how we are headed towards the end of the World Wide Web. Tune in to know more!
07:2407/01/2021
86: The 2020 Recap Episode
We’re approaching the end of the pandemic-ridden years, so it seems like a good idea to look back at the big things in tech this past year. Tune in to this episode as resident tech-expert @undertecher encapsulates everything that happened in tech this year that was important and will have a lasting impact on the future?
10:2104/01/2021
85: It’s Recap Time
We’re approaching the end of the pandemic-ridden years, so it seems like a good idea to look back at the big things in tech this past year. Tune in to this episode as resident tech-expert @undertecher encapsulates everything that happened in tech this year that was important and will have a lasting impact on the future?
08:5430/12/2020
84: Apple Macbook Pro review
Better battery life, faster performance and access to iPhone and iPad apps all sounds great, but where are the other things that you need to know? Tune in to this episode as resident tech-expert @undertecher reviews the new Apple Macbook Pro.
08:4717/12/2020
83: Lead your business with data insights in the new normal
We are all living in unprecedented circumstances. Businesses have been trying hard over the last few months to adjust to the new normal and carry out digital transformation based on data insights.When it comes to keeping your data secure, a great way to start is by askingthe right questions, knowing how your data is being used, and leveraging smart, ML based technology to revolutionize the way you manage data and approach a digital market. It is changing the way organizations can leverage data to create competitive advantages.On a special episode of Mint Techcetra, our host Prasid Banerjee, the Technology Editor at Livemint connected with Pillar Lead - Enterprise Data Management - JAPAC at Oracle, Joshua Chua to find out more about what goes behind managing data and how businesses across sectors can lead with data insights in the new normal.
24:3210/12/2020
82: Qualcomm's new processors and Twitter's verified badge returns
In this episode, resident tech-expert @undertecher will discuss the details about Snapdragon 888, recently announced by Qualcomm this week, and its flagship processor for 2021. Tune in to find out.
10:0203/12/2020
81: Ban on 43 more Chinese apps | Safe Harbour protection
In this episode, resident tech-expert @undertecher will discuss the recent ban on 43 more Chinese apps and will also talk about the Safe Harbour protection, which basically keeps social media companies for being sued for posts we make on them. Tune in for more!
10:5826/11/2020
80: iPhone 12 Mini & iPhone 12 Pro Max review
In this episode, resident tech-expert will tell his hands-on experience of the new iPhone 12 Mini & iPhone 12 Pro Max. Tune in to this week's episode for more trending news of the tech world.
15:3320/11/2020
79: Will your next PC last for days?
Apple announced its first Macbook’s running on a new chipset, called Apple M1. Now Apple says this processor is faster than most everything you can think of and it makes Macs much much better. To know more, tune in to this week's episode as @undertecher discuss all that's been trending in the tech world.
10:2412/11/2020
78: Review of iPhone 12 & 12 Pro
iPhone 12 and 12 Pro have created a buzz in the market. What are the features introduced in the new member of the Apple family? To know more, tune in to this week's episode as @undertecher discuss all that's been trending in the tech world.
12:4505/11/2020
77: Who made Aarogya Setu? Facebook responds to controversy in India
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banerjee talks about why does the government not want us to know who built it and also discuss the probable reason of Facebook policy chief Ankhi Das's resignation. Tune in to know more!
09:1929/10/2020
76: Trend Broke on Twitter Questioning Xiaomi
Trend Broke on Twitter Questioning Xiaomi. Why is the firm questioned and criticized by the citizens of India? To know more, tune in to this week's episode as @undertecher discuss all that's been trending in the tech world.
12:5523/10/2020
75: Apple ‘Hi, Speed’ iPhone event: Highlights
Didn’t have time to follow along live? Tune in to this week's episode as @undertecher discusses everything Apple announced at its ‘Hi, Speed’ iPhone event.
10:4315/10/2020
74: Google has double standards: Paytm
Fintech unicorn Paytm kept up its criticism of Google, accusing it on Wednesday of double standards over its policies around fantasy games on the Play Store. Tune in to this week's episode as @undertecher discuss all that's been trending in the tech world.
13:4008/10/2020
73: WhatsApp's Security Issue
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee talks about the maturing lack of trust towards super trusted WhatsApp. Tune in to find out more!
12:3701/10/2020
72: Paytm VS Google
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee talks about the ongoing dispute between Paytm and Google. He discusses the details of the dispute. Recently Google accused Paytm of violating guidelines.
15:0525/09/2020
71: Techtember : Discussing the flagship event from Apple of the year
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee, discusses the recent Apple event, which was the platform to release the new Apple watch and announce the iPhone 12.
14:1317/09/2020
70: India’s ban on Chinese apps and the 2020 iPhones
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banerjee talks about the biggest loser from India’s ban on Chinese apps and the 2020 iPhones. Tune in to know more!
09:1110/09/2020
69: Looking at smartphone manufacturing in India
Apple recently announced that the new version of the I phone will be manufactured in India. What does this news mean for India? Join Prasid as he explores the smartphone manufacturing industry in India. Tune in for more.
08:2927/08/2020
68: Social media content moderation and Facebook's recent controversy
In light of the recent WSJ's revelation of questionable content moderation decisions being taken in India, we discuss social media content moderation in this week's episode. Facebook has recently come into question regarding its decision not to take down certain content deemed as hate speech, stirring up a new debate. Tune in to find out.
15:4021/08/2020
67: Tiktok ban in US, paving the way for more bans from other countires?
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee talks about the TikTok ban becoming official in the US and how the company is dealing with it. The probable sale of country businesses and the situation of the employees.
04:4610/08/2020
66: India the new "hack for hire" services destination?
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee explores the world of hacking in India, he talks about white hacking and digital security firms. Discussing why India is becoming a "hack for hire" hub.
06:0206/08/2020
65: Update on Tik-Tok ban in India
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee talks about the ongoing conversation between GOI and Tik-Tok on the ban of the app in India. Discussions around investors, servers, and ownership between them. Plus an insight into Tik-Tok ban possibility in the US.
06:0104/08/2020
64: Lawmakers in the US go all guns blazing against Big Tech
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talk about a historic antitrust hearing that took place in the US on Wednesday. For the first time, Jeff Bezos, Sundar Pichai, Mark Zuckerberg and Tim Cook appeared in front of the Congress to answer questions about Big Tech’s anti-competitive practices.
05:3030/07/2020
63: 'The Rave Of Cryptocurrency'
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about 'Cryptocurrency'. He briefly talks about its use, benefits and also about its negatives. Tune in to know more!
06:2125/07/2020
62: Where 'Made In India' apps are coming from?
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about the origin of Indian apps and the 'quick-fix solution' of the Indian developers.
06:2423/07/2020
61: What is Non-Personal Data? How can it be used?
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about 'Non-Personal Data'. He gives a brief description of what it is and how it is used currently and also how it can be used in future.
06:0918/07/2020
60: $10 Billion Investment by Google in India
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about the $10 Billion investment by Google in India and how this investment is more like a Google to Jio fund as 45% of the investment is going into the Jio Platforms Limited.
06:1216/07/2020
59: Negligence of The Indian Software Companies, Is Hampering the Privacy Of Their User
In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about the rush in the Indian software companies as they unintentionally open the gateway for hackers to hamper the privacy of their users.
05:2713/07/2020
58: Impact of the ban of Chinese Apps on the Indian Market
The ban on Chinese apps in India has come as an opportunity for many other Indian apps to flourish. Facebook has also launched a new feature on Instagram grasping the Indian market. In this episode of Mint Techcetra, Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about this in detail.
05:1613/07/2020
57: Banned Chinese Apps to get a hearing | What does that mean?
The Indian government has promised a hearing to all the banned Chinese apps. But what does that mean for them? In an exclusive interview with one of the lawyers representing these apps, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher takes a deeper look into the matter.
06:0104/07/2020
56: What we know about the ban on Chinese apps
Banning the 59 Chinese apps was just the tip of the iceberg, there are more serious causes and repercussions in effect. In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher takes a deeper look into the matter.
06:0002/07/2020
55: Spotlight | Dell's ultra-premium 9510 Latitude series now in India
The ultra-premium Dell 9510 Latitude Series is now available in India. Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher speaks to Mr. Vivekanand Manjeri, Brand Director, Client Solutions Group, Dell Technologies, India about how they've realized this piece of technology to be the closest to the human brain.
12:0327/06/2020
54: Why companies are moving to ARM chipsets
Apple and Microsoft are moving to ARM chipsets. What is ARM and what does that mean for future technology? In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher answers some questions.
06:3425/06/2020
53: How Facial Recognition systems can be inherently racist
In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about the downside of FR systems, how they are inherently racist, and how despite the fundamental right to privacy, they were illegally used to screen crowds in the CAA, NRC protests in India.
05:3721/06/2020
52: How Facial Recognition systems can help in smart policing
As IBM and Amazon pull away from the Facial Recognition systems, the police, banks and shopping applications have hopped onto the bandwagon. In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about how FR systems can help in smart policing, improved banking security and online shopping.
04:4318/06/2020
51: The Role of Social Media | With great power, comes great responsibility
In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher talks about why social media companies are wrong about the way they deal with content moderation.
06:2613/06/2020
50: The Role of Social Media | Mark Zukerberg on President Trump's posts
Technology affects everything today, and we must have an informed discussion about it. Join Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher as he discusses everything from Black Lives Matter to reports of increased domestic violence cases and the role of social media in our lives right now.
05:5811/06/2020
49: Why your home WiFi is slow
In this episode, Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher takes us on a journey to uncover the reason behind our weak home Wifi signals. Join him to discover what you can actually do to fix that.
06:3906/06/2020
48: Snapchat to stop promoting POTUS account | Mi Notebook | Google removed anti-China apps
Xiaomi is about to enter the PC space with the Mi Notebook, set to release on 11th June, Google removed two anti-China apps called Mitron and Remove China Apps, Millions of personal and financial records of users for BHIM UPI app breached through Amazon Services.
05:4204/06/2020
47: Why Trump’s Executive Order against protection for social media firms matters
Donald Trump is arguing that if social media firms seek protection from the fact that they cannot control what a user post, then they shouldn’t be intervening with those posts either. Tune in to this episode as @undertecher covers this news in detail.
06:1130/05/2020
46: Aarogya Setu app | OnePlus affordable phone | Malspam
The government has open-sourced the Aarogya Setu app and fixed a bug bounty for coders, developers, and hackers all over the world. OnePlus is looking to make more affordable premium phones. A new kind of Malspam was flagged by Microsoft recently. Tune in to this episode as @undertecher covers more updates in the tech world this week!
06:3328/05/2020
45: Is Apple Homepod worth your money?
Apple has come out with its Homepod. Albeit late in the smart speaker race, tune into this episode with Mint's Prasid Banarjee @undertecher to know how it fares compared to other smart speakers and whether it is worth your bucks.
06:1223/05/2020
44: Apple and Google's contact tracer | Twitter's conversation control | Microsoft's supercomputer
Apple and Google have begun testing their contact tracer in over 22 countries, Twitter is going live with their conversation control feature to prevent trolling and cyberbullying. Tune in to this episode as @undertecher covers more updates in the tech world this week!
07:0021/05/2020