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Welcome to NPI Tech Guys, your go-to radio show for cutting-edge Managed IT Services! Are you tired of unresponsive, slow service from your current IT provider? Discover a world where network security, data protection, and expert support come together seamlessly. Stay tuned to learn how to transform your IT experience and never worry about downtime again! Call us at 866-986-NEWS and let's make IT great together!

  1. 12H AGO

    AI Wars, Big Tech Surveillance & When AI Turns Deceptive | 04-04-26

    Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison tackle some of the hottest topics at the intersection of tech, privacy, and AI. Should Americans want data centers in their backyards? Who wins between ChatGPT, Claude, and Grok — and which tool is right for which job? Plus: OpenAI is buying media outlets to fight bad press, AI models are now caught lying and blackmailing when overwhelmed, and Apple, Google, and Meta have dramatically increased the amount of user data they're handing over to the government — raising serious Fourth Amendment questions. This episode is essential listening for anyone who cares about their digital privacy and the future of AI. Topics covered: 1:39 — AI data centers vs. warehouses: What do Americans actually want in their backyard? 6:12 — OpenAI takes a beating — and buys a media company to fight back 12:02 — ChatGPT vs. Claude vs. Grok: Which AI tool wins for which job? 15:10 — When AI gets desperate, it turns deceptive — new Anthropic study 18:28 — Apple, Google & Meta handed millions of user accounts to the government — is FISA 702 the problem? Call to Action: Your privacy matters — stay informed and stay protected. Visit npitechguys.com to access the broadcast, subscribe to free cybersecurity tips, and learn how to guard your business and personal data. To get hands-on IT help or pick up the Cyber Playbook, go to networkprovidersinc.com or call 385-446-5500. Keep watching — and make it a great tech day!

  2. 13H AGO

    AI Scams, Voice Phishing & Cybersecurity Threats You Need to Know | 04-04-26

    Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison break down the biggest tech threats hitting individuals and businesses right now. From voice phishing scams impersonating help desks to AI "coworkers" that hook into your entire organization, to Minecraft being used for social programming, AI chatbots enabling crypto theft, iOS 26's new call screening tools, and five warning signs your email has been hacked — this episode is packed with practical tips to help you stay safe in a world where you can't trust what you hear or see. Topics covered: 0:46 — Voice phishing scams on the rise 5:18 — "Junior" the $2,000/month AI coworker 9:21 — Minecraft's civil rights DLC & AI-driven social training 12:19 — AI chatbots used for financial extortion 15:25 — iOS 26: liquid glass & call screening 20:24 — 5 signs your email has been hacked Call to Action: Protect yourself and your business — visit *npitech guys.com to get free weekly cybersecurity tips delivered to your inbox. And if your company needs hands-on help, reach out to the team at networkprovidersinc.com or call 385-446-5500. Stay sharp out there — make it a great tech day!*

  3. MAR 27

    Big Tech on Trial, AI Actors & the Death of the Payphone | 03-27-26

    Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison dive into the landmark lawsuits hitting Meta, Google, and TikTok over addictive platform design. Plus: Meta reverses course on Horizon Worlds, Netflix hikes prices again, autonomous semi trucks hit Texas highways, the AI-generated actress stirring up Hollywood, Firefox's new AI kill switch, and a quirky social experiment connecting Gen Z with Boomers via bright yellow payphones. Tech Watch Radio — keeping an eye on tech so you don't have to. Call to Action: Subscribe and share Tech Watch Radio! Visit npitechguys.com for full episodes, and grab the Cyber Playbook at NetworkProvidersInc.com/cyber-playbook to protect your business today. 0:00 — Intro 1:00 — Big Tech Lawsuits (Meta, Google & TikTok addiction cases) 13:44 — Meta Reverses Horizon Worlds Shutdown 18:31 — Yellow Payphone Experiment: Zoomers Call Boomers 29:26 — Netflix Price Hike (Again) 34:07 — Autonomous Semi Trucks in Texas 38:02 — Tilly Norwood: The AI-Generated Actress 45:19 — Firefox's New AI Controls 49:17 — Discord's Age Verification Change

    50 min

  4. MAR 20

    When Technology Stops Serving You and Starts Owning You | 03-20-26

    Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison break down the biggest stories in tech — from Meta's massive layoffs and the death of the Metaverse, to a sobering study showing AI is actually increasing workloads instead of freeing up time. Plus, what 6,000 brain scans reveal about gaming addiction, Gen Z's social media pushback, a dangerous Windows Notepad vulnerability, AI watermarking in Microsoft 365, and a $100 credit-card-sized phone shaking up the market. Call to Action: "Subscribe and share TechWatch to stay informed without the hype. Visit npitechguys.com for full episode archives, and check out the Cyber Playbook at networkprovidersinc.com/cyberplaybook to protect your business today." Timestamps: 1:11 Meta Layoffs — 20% workforce cuts to fund AI infrastructure 3:04 Death of the Metaverse — Zuckerberg's VR bet failing 9:32 AI & the Productivity Myth — Does AI actually save time? 11:02 The Study — 443 million hours of tracked work activity 21:48 Gaming & Brain Scans — What 6,000 scans reveal about addiction 29:37 Gen Z Pushback — Reducing social media engagement 37:54 AI Code Quality — Carnegie Mellon study on AI-generated code 42:09 Windows Notepad Vulnerability — CVSS 8.8 security flaw 45:34 Microsoft 365 AI Watermarking & "Proudly Human" Labels 47:41 Nano Pro — $100 Credit Card-Sized Phone

    50 min

  5. MAR 16

    California's Linux Ban, Microsoft's OneDrive Trap & the World's Tiniest QR Code 03-16-26

    Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison break down the week's biggest tech stories you need to know about. California just signed a law requiring age verification at the OS level, and it could effectively make Linux illegal in the state. Plus, Microsoft's OneDrive backup is silently moving your files and causing chaos, cheap PCs may be a thing of the past, engineers in Vienna created a microscopic QR code that could store 2TB on a single sheet of paper, password managers face new (but manageable) vulnerabilities, over a million Android apps exposed user data through hardcoded API keys, Ford is recalling 1.7 million vehicles over faulty backup cameras, Waymo's autonomous cars keep breaking traffic laws, and Microsoft is bringing Xbox Mode to Windows 11. Brought to you by Network Providers Inc. Call to Action: Visit NPITechGuys.com for more episodes and tech insights. Need IT solutions? Head to NetworkProvidersInc.com or call 385-446-5500. Protect your business — get the Cyber Playbook at NetworkProvidersInc.com/cyber-playbook. 0:00 Intro & Welcome to Tech Watch Radio 0:57 California's Age Verification Law Could Ban Linux 11:45 Microsoft OneDrive Backup Problems 19:00 Cheap PCs May Be Disappearing 23:54 World's Tiniest QR Code 26:30 RFID Technology & Warehouse Scanning 30:18 Walmart's Dynamic Digital Shelf Pricing 35:37 Password Manager Vulnerabilities (Bitwarden, LastPass, Dashlane) 38:32 1 Million+ Android Apps Exposed User Data 41:58 Ford Recalls 1.7 Million Vehicles Over Backup Cameras 44:36 Waymo Autonomous Vehicle Issues 48:55 Xbox Mode Coming to Windows 11

    50 min

  6. MAR 12

    AI Privacy Concerns, Microsoft's Two-Track Windows & Intel's Risky Bet | 3-7-26

    In this episode of TechWatch, Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison dive deep into the week's most critical tech developments. The Trump administration has issued a sweeping directive banning Anthropic AI across all federal agencies, raising serious questions about AI governance, privacy, and military applications. Are guardrails on AI technology realistic, or will the US fall behind in the global AI arms race? The hosts also tackle Microsoft's controversial decision to split Windows 11 into two separate development tracks for ARM and x86 architectures—a move that could create a support nightmare for developers and consumers alike. Plus, Intel's risky gamble: replacing their entire phone support team with an AI assistant that even they admit might give you incorrect answers. Also covered: AI's hidden costs, the future of email management, why AI-generated videos still look distorted, Facebook malware disguised as Windows 11 upgrades, and Elon Musk's X platform hitting record usage during the Iran conflict. Call to Action: Subscribe to TechWatch for weekly insights on AI, cybersecurity, and the tech trends shaping our world. Visit NPITechGuys.com for show notes and videos, and check out NetworkProvidersInc.com for expert IT strategy and cybersecurity support. Don't navigate the tech landscape alone; let us keep an eye on tech so you don't have to! 0:00 - Show Intro & Trump Bans Anthropic AI 3:08 - AI Privacy & Surveillance Concerns 6:30 - AI Email Management Solutions Gap 9:46 - AI Still in Infancy & Maturation Process 13:49 - Elon Musk's X Platform Hits Record Usage 23:42 - AI-Generated Video Quality & Prompt Tips 37:55 - Microsoft Splits Windows 11 Into Two Tracks 40:53 - Intel Replaces Phone Support with AI Assistant 46:40 - Facebook Malware Disguised as Windows 11 Upgrades 49:23 - Wrap Up & Preview of Password Manager Issues

    50 min

  7. MAR 12

    Messaging Apps, Privacy & AI Security with Sam and Jay | TWR 03/02/26

    The Messaging App Wars: WhatsApp's 3 Billion Users, Telegram's Rise & The Privacy Crisis You Need to Know About WhatsApp has conquered one-third of the planet with 3 billion users, while Telegram is rapidly closing in at nearly 1 billion. Meanwhile, governments are cracking down on encrypted messaging, Amazon's Ring doorbell cameras are tracking neighborhoods, and the Pentagon is battling AI companies over autonomous weapons. This is the privacy conversation every tech user needs to hear. Sam and Jay dive deep into the global messaging app landscape, revealing why iMessage will never dominate outside the US, how different countries leapfrogged America in mobile technology adoption, and what the Android vs iPhone divide really means for your digital life. You'll discover why Russia and France are hunting Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, and what his fight for encryption means for freedom of speech worldwide. We also explore Quanta Sure, a new quantum-resistant encrypted messenger built by Christians in America who are taking privacy seriously. At just $2-5/month, they're challenging the free-app model with a platform that collects minimal data and refuses to compromise on security. Is this the future of private communication? Plus: Amazon Ring's shocking partnership with surveillance company Flock Safety gets exposed, the Pentagon's clash with AI firm Anthropic over weapons development reveals the battle for AI ethics, and we discuss why smart businesses are finally embracing data minimization to protect both themselves and their customers. Whether you're concerned about Big Tech surveillance, government overreach, or just want to understand which messaging app is right for you, this episode delivers the insights you won't find in mainstream tech coverage. RESOURCES: Quanta Sure - quantasure.com Network Providers Inc - networkprovidersinc.com Tech Watch - npitechguys.com TechWatch keeps an eye on tech so you don't have to. Subscribe for weekly insights on technology, privacy, security, and AI that actually matter to your life. #Privacy #Cybersecurity #WhatsApp #Telegram #Encryption #TechNews #AIEthics #DataPrivacy #Surveillance #iMessage 0:00 - Intro & Northeast Snowstorm Discussion 3:00 - Messaging Apps by Rank: WhatsApp Dominates with 3 Billion Users 8:33 - Telegram Hits 1 Billion Users & Closes in on iMessage 19:58 - Telegram Usage by Country: India #1, Russia #2 20:18 - Pavel Durov Under Investigation: Russia & France Target Telegram Founder 24:35 - Quanta Sure: New Quantum-Resistant Encrypted Messenger 26:18 - Quanta Sure Features & Privacy Approach 35:22 - Amazon Ring Cuts Ties with Flock Safety Surveillance Firm 38:15 - Pentagon vs Anthropic: The AI Weapons Development Battle 43:05 - Data Minimization: Why Businesses Should Store Less Customer Info 46:58 - Credit Card Security & PCI Compliance Best Practices

    50 min

  8. MAR 12

    Tech Talk: AI, Education, Self-Driving Cars & More - 02/06/26

    Join Sam Bushman and Jay Harrison from Network Providers Inc. as they dive deep into the latest technology trends shaping our world. This episode covers Google's expanded AirDrop-style sharing for Android devices, the massive SpaceX and xAI merger valued at $1.25 trillion, and Elon Musk's ambitious plans for orbital data centers powered by solar energy. Discover why Chromebooks may be harming education rather than helping it, as a 25-year teaching veteran explains how screens are replacing critical thinking skills and fundamental learning. Learn about the controversial Trump savings accounts and Michael Dell's $6 billion investment in America's youth. The hosts also reveal shocking details about Waymo's self-driving cars—they're not as autonomous as you think! Remote workers in the Philippines are actually guiding these vehicles when they encounter problems. Plus, explore mysterious hot blobs deep inside Earth that have been steering our planet's magnetic field for 265 million years. From messaging app wars (WhatsApp vs. Telegram vs. iMessage) to Apple's AI struggles and Windows 11 frustrations, this episode keeps you informed on tech so you don't have to track it yourself. Watch now and subscribe to stay ahead of the tech curve! Visit NetworkProvidersInc.com for more insights.

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Welcome to NPI Tech Guys, your go-to radio show for cutting-edge Managed IT Services! Are you tired of unresponsive, slow service from your current IT provider? Discover a world where network security, data protection, and expert support come together seamlessly. Stay tuned to learn how to transform your IT experience and never worry about downtime again! Call us at 866-986-NEWS and let's make IT great together!

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  • Creator
    Jay Hill / Sam Bushman
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 NPI TechGuys
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