Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 05/02 - How Much Apple Actually Had to Pay Qualcomm
May 2, 2019
This installment dives into Facebook potentially facing a privacy oversight, while Google introduces new features for data deletion. The spotlight is on Apple's hefty settlement with Qualcomm as it shapes future royalties. Meanwhile, Sputnik's move to isolate Russia’s internet raises eyebrows. A fresh competitor to Wikipedia emerges, aiming for a fusion of AI and human input. Lastly, discussions on the growth hurdles for tech giants and the surprising ramifications of Airbnb’s dominance in the travel market make for a compelling listen.
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Facebook Privacy Settlement
- Facebook may appoint a federally approved privacy official and create an oversight committee.
- This comes as part of a potential settlement with the FTC over privacy issues.
Google Data Limits
- Google lets you auto-delete location, search, and browsing data after 3 or 18 months.
- Consider limiting data collection for increased privacy.
Apple's Qualcomm Payment
- Apple paid Qualcomm $4.5-$4.7 billion, likely withheld royalties from their legal battle.
- This suggests Apple got off relatively easy, possibly eyeing future business.