Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 04/23 – Spotify Quick To Counter Apple’s Podcast Moves
Apr 23, 2021
Spotify is set to launch a creator-friendly podcast subscription service, challenging Apple's dominance. Then, a concerning investigation into a fatal crash involving a Tesla raises questions about the safety of its autopilot feature. Snap Inc. celebrates an impressive revenue turnaround, with a substantial boost in user engagement. The gig economy also gains a spotlight with Rover’s resilience during the pandemic. Plus, innovations in virtual reality for physical therapy and a look at the changing dynamics in the streaming landscape add even more intrigue!
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Spotify's Podcast Strategy
- Spotify is using podcasts to improve profit margins, as it costs them less than music streaming.
- The platform aims to encourage users to listen to podcasts on Spotify, rather than music.
Driverless Tesla Crash
- Two passengers died in a Tesla crash where neither occupied the driver's seat.
- Elon Musk tweeted that Autopilot wasn't enabled, but questions remain about the car's autonomous operation.
Tesla Autopilot Hack
- Consumer Reports tricked a Tesla's Autopilot into operating without a driver using simple methods.
- This raises serious safety concerns about the system's safeguards.