The Vergecast Facebook's leaked audio, Microsoft's Surface event, and net neutrality's battle this week
Oct 4, 2019
Casey Newton, a technology journalist known for his insights on Facebook and democracy, dives into the implications of leaked audio from Mark Zuckerberg discussing internal company pressures. The conversation also highlights major announcements from Microsoft, including the launch of new dual-screen devices like the Surface Neo. Additionally, they tackle the ongoing net neutrality debate, reflecting on its complexities and the challenges of ensuring fair internet access for all. It's a rich discussion that blends humor with critical tech analysis.
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Zuckerberg Leaked Audio
- Casey Newton obtained leaked audio of Mark Zuckerberg.
- The audio reveals Zuckerberg's candid thoughts on antitrust issues and competition.
Zuckerberg's Candor
- Zuckerberg's candidness in the leaked audio, especially the pause before "Does that still suck for us?", is telling.
- This reveals a rare unscripted moment from the typically guarded CEO.
Scale and Safety
- Zuckerberg argues Facebook's size is necessary for platform safety, citing Twitter's smaller safety investment.
- This raises the question of whether scale truly equates to better safety or just higher costs.