Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 03/17 – Midjourney 5 Is Amazing
Mar 17, 2023
Amazon is shutting down its magazine subscriptions, signaling a shift in digital publishing. Meanwhile, a private equity firm is acquiring Pornhub, raising eyebrows. The real star is Midjourney version 5, which astounds with its photorealistic images and enhanced AI capabilities. Lastly, the podcast dives into the challenges facing Silicon Valley Bank and reflects on tech milestones like LinkedIn's 20th anniversary and the gaming revolution sparked by Pong.
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Kindle Newsstand Closure
- Amazon is discontinuing Kindle Newsstand, impacting magazine and newspaper subscriptions.
- Many publications relied on Kindle's optimization and international reach.
SVB Bankruptcy
- Silicon Valley Bank Financial filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, claiming $2.2 billion in liquidity.
- The bankruptcy process aims to facilitate the sale of its assets and investments.
Pornhub Acquisition
- Ironically named Ethical Capital Partners acquired MindGeek, owner of Pornhub.
- MindGeek faced criticism and payment network restrictions due to unlawful content allegations.