Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 05/19 – TikTok To Get Into Games?
May 19, 2022
Urgent cybersecurity vulnerabilities in VMware products are raising alarms. TikTok is launching a crowdsourced ad initiative and plans to make a leap into gaming. Meanwhile, FTX is diversifying into stock trading, intensifying competition in finance. China’s censorship challenges are prompting innovative blockchain solutions. Klarna faces tough market dynamics as it seeks funds at a lower valuation. Lastly, New York sees a surge in Airbnb listings, outpacing available long-term rentals, stirring debates about housing.
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Urgent Security Patching
- Prioritize patching VMware and F5 products affected by critical vulnerabilities.
- These vulnerabilities are actively exploited and pose substantial risks to enterprise networks.
TikTok's Crowdsourced Ads
- TikTok's Branded Mission lets advertisers crowdsource content directly from creators.
- Eligible creators can earn cash payments and boosted traffic if their videos are selected.
TikTok's Gaming Ambitions
- TikTok is testing in-app games in Vietnam, partnering with Zynga and others.
- They plan to expand beyond minigames and incorporate advertisements.