Is the U.S. government fighting yesterday’s tech wars while the world races toward an AI-driven future? In this CNN International interview, hosted by Becky Anderson, tech expert Shelly Palmer—CEO of The Palmer Group and Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University—unpacks the far-reaching implications of ongoing antitrust lawsuits against Alphabet (Google) and Meta (Facebook/Instagram/WhatsApp).

Palmer explains why the DOJ’s focus on search and advertising might be missing the mark in a world rapidly shifting toward AI agents, answer engines, and autonomous data-driven interfaces. He dives into the future of Google’s AI ecosystem—highlighting tools like Gemini 2.5 Pro and Google VEO—and unpacks Mark Zuckerberg’s bold vision for Meta, including open-source AI models like LLaMA, wearable tech like Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, and what may replace smartphones entirely.

🧠 Learn why Palmer believes the outcomes of these trials might be irrelevant by the time they conclude—and what tech leaders know that regulators don’t.

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Original Airdate: April 18, 2025

Author’s note: This is not a sponsored post. I am the author of this article and it expresses my own opinions. I am not, nor is my company, receiving compensation for it. This work was created with the assistance of various generative AI models.

About Shelly Palmer

Shelly Palmer is the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies with technology, media and marketing. Named LinkedIn’s “Top Voice in Technology,” he covers tech and business for Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN and writes a popular daily business blog. He's a bestselling author, and the creator of the popular, free online course, Generative AI for Execs. Follow @shellypalmer or visit shellypalmer.com.

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