Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 09/24 - Adam Neumann Out of (We)Work
Sep 24, 2019
Adam Neumann's controversial exit from WeWork marks a significant governance shift, with new co-CEOs stepping in. Meanwhile, Facebook's bold move to acquire CTRL-Labs promises a future where computing is controlled by our minds. Kik's struggles culminate in its shutdown, as it faces SEC scrutiny over its crypto endeavors. Additionally, exciting developments from Amazon focus on voice assistant compatibility and new Alexa devices. Microsoft is also venturing into data dignity, aiming to empower users over their personal information.
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Neumann Ousted from WeWork
- Adam Neumann stepped down as WeWork CEO amidst controversy, becoming non-executive chairman.
- SoftBank, a major investor, led the push for his removal due to increasing scrutiny.
Facebook Acquires Control Labs
- Facebook acquired Control Labs for its non-invasive neural interface technology.
- This tech translates neuron activity into digital signals, potentially revolutionizing AR/VR interaction.
Amazon's Voice Interoperability Initiative
- Amazon launched the Voice Interoperability Initiative, aiming for better voice assistant compatibility.
- Notably, Google, Apple, and Samsung, major voice platform competitors, haven't joined.