Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 08/19 - The Silicon Chip To Define The AI Era?
Aug 19, 2019
Binance is gearing up to rival Facebook’s Libra with its own cryptocurrency initiative. Spotify and Roku are enhancing family-friendly content, while Ikea dives into smart home technology, aiming to revolutionize living spaces. A groundbreaking semiconductor chip, the Wafer Scale Engine, could be pivotal for AI advancements. Meanwhile, evolving insurance models are raising privacy concerns as telemetrics redefine how policies are priced. It's a whirlwind of innovation and ethical questions shaping the future tech landscape!
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Libra's Competition
- Binance plans to launch "Venus," a cryptocurrency similar to Facebook's Libra, targeting regions where Libra faces restrictions.
- This competition could indirectly benefit Libra by furthering cryptocurrency adoption.
Family-Friendly Streaming
- Spotify's Premium Family plan now includes parental controls and a family mix.
- Roku also added a kids' section with free, curated content, enhancing family-friendly streaming options.
Disney+ Launch Platforms
- Disney+ will launch on various platforms, but Amazon Fire TV and tablets are notably excluded initially.
- This might be a strategic move by either company, but integration could happen later.