Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 01/03 - What To Expect From CES
Jan 3, 2020
A breakthrough in AI is making waves in breast cancer detection, while Apple lures a big name from HBO to boost its content strategy. Instagram faces challenges as its user growth stalls for the first time. Anticipation builds for CES with highlights like 5G, foldable devices, and innovations in smart home tech. Additionally, Snap's acquisition aims to enhance its AI features. The landscape of tech dominance is shifting, with discussions on cyber threats and the struggles of brand giants making headlines.
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AI Medical Breakthrough
- Google's AI improves breast cancer detection in mammograms, reducing false negatives and positives.
- This AI outperformed radiologists in a study involving 90,000 cases, impacting millions of annual mammograms.
Apple & HBO
- Apple signed former HBO CEO, Richard Plepler, to a five-year deal for Apple TV+.
- Plepler, instrumental in HBO's success, left due to disagreements with AT&T's new direction for HBO.
CES 2020 Preview
- CES 2020 will feature 5G advancements, foldable tech, and new processors from AMD and Intel.
- Expect TV showcases with Disney+ support, gaming features, and a growing presence of automotive technology.