Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 08/20 – OnlyFans Pulls A Tumblr
Aug 20, 2021
OnlyFans is shifting away from adult content, stirring confusion online. Elon Musk has announced Tesla's plans for a humanoid robot, igniting skepticism about its practicality. Microsoft is raising subscription prices, creating waves in the business world. On a more serious note, tech companies face espionage threats from foreign entities, prompting FBI warnings. With resource challenges in electric vehicle and self-driving car development, the podcast delves into a myriad of trends, including the rise of dual employment and creative workplace innovations.
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OnlyFans' Risky Move
- OnlyFans' decision to ban sexually explicit content, despite its popularity, mirrors Tumblr's unsuccessful attempt.
- This raises questions about the platform's future and its ability to attract investors and brand partners.
Tesla Bot's Flimsy Reveal
- Elon Musk announced Tesla is developing a humanoid robot for unsafe or boring tasks, but the prototype demonstration was unconvincing.
- Critics see this as another example of Musk's tendency to overpromise and underdeliver, similar to past announcements.
FBI's Espionage Warning
- The FBI is warning Silicon Valley companies about foreign governments recruiting their employees as spies, often using coercion.
- This highlights a less glamorous but real espionage threat, focusing on information theft rather than traditional spy activities.