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Software Sundays
Software Sundays is a weekly podcast where technology, culture, and real-world impact intersect.
Hosted by Kevin Dowdy, the show explores the latest trends in software engineering, AI, and digital innovation—while breaking down what they actually mean for engineers, builders, and communities. From industry shifts to practical insights, each episode is designed to help you think critically, build intentionally, and lead with purpose.
Whether you're a developer, founder, or someone looking to transition into tech, this is your space to stay informed and grow.
Software Sundays
Meta Falls Behind, Kraken Links with the Fed & Why Builders Need Breaks
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This week on Software Sundays, KD breaks down a surprising moment in the AI race as Meta reportedly delays its latest model after internal results failed to stand up against the competition.
He also unpacks Kraken becoming the first crypto exchange to gain access to the Federal Reserve’s core payment system, and why that shift matters for crypto, privacy, regulation, and the future of digital dollars.
Then KD answers community questions on why you need to love what you do, when to walk away from an opportunity, how programming changes the way you solve everyday problems, whether to accept projects with unfamiliar tools, and what the Center for Internet Security actually is.
KD closes with a reminder that rest is not a luxury. It is part of building well, thinking clearly, and staying sharp for the long game.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Welcome, announcements, disclaimer
04:54 - Meta delays its new AI model
09:23 - Kraken gets access to the Federal Reserve payment system
25:55 - Why you need to love what you do
31:39 - When it’s important to walk away from an opportunity
37:59 - How programming changes the way you solve everyday problems
44:36 - Should you accept projects with unfamiliar tools?
48:35 - What is the Center for Internet Security?
52:14 - Why taking breaks helps you think and build better
54:45 - Outro
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