# 0078: Robots At Work, Verizon Woes, And Doomsday Hype

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Podcast: [#TheTechHustle Podcast 🎙](https://stenobird.com/podcast/thetechhustle-podcast-6701182)
Published: 2026-01-23T18:00:00+00:00
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Ever stared at “SOS” on your phone and wondered what happens when the network blinks? We open 2026 with a real-world stress test from the Verizon outage, then pivot straight into the technologies that promise fewer interruptions and more autonomy. From satellite connectivity and eSIM redundancy to the next wave of AI assistants, we’re mapping how reliability becomes the killer feature this year. Our tour through CES 2026 is a front-row seat to what’s next. Smart glasses are shedding bulk to ...

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