Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 08/01 – Silicon Valley’s Great Scooter Ride Is Over
Aug 1, 2022
Apple is expanding Apple Pay to more browsers, responding to EU pressures. Serious allegations against Meta reveal struggles with moderating extremism, particularly during elections in Kenya. The micromobility industry is facing a crisis, with companies like Bolt Mobility shutting down and leaving cities with abandoned e-bikes. Meanwhile, the U.S. and Japan are ramping up semiconductor research for 2nm technology, exploring chipmaking strategies amidst global tensions. Finally, a critical look at the Dell XPS 13 Plus highlights its design flaws.
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Apple Pay Opens Up (Slightly)
- Apple added Apple Pay support for non-Safari browsers like Chrome and Edge in iOS 16 Beta 4.
- This change is likely due to the EU's Digital Markets Act, which aims to curb anti-competitive practices.
Meta's Content Moderation Issues in Kenya
- Meta is accused of inadequately moderating dangerous content in Kenya, particularly regarding the upcoming elections and terrorism.
- Researchers cite failures in AI, as well as gaps in linguistic and cultural expertise, as contributing factors.
Bolt Mobility Vanishes
- Bolt Mobility, co-founded by Usain Bolt, has seemingly vanished from several U.S. cities, leaving behind unusable e-bikes.
- The company has ceased operations, leaving cities with abandoned equipment and unanswered questions.