Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 07/19 – Amazon Sues Facebook (Group Admins)
Jul 19, 2022
Amazon is taking legal action against Facebook group admins for fake reviews, highlighting its fight against fraudulent practices. Meanwhile, Netflix is experimenting with new charges to tackle password sharing. Subscription prices are on the rise for services like Slack and ESPN+, but Crunchyroll surprises by lowering its fees in many regions. Excitingly, Samsung also teases new products for its upcoming event, while Western Digital introduces massive hard drives to meet growing storage needs.
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Combatting Fake Reviews
- Amazon is suing admins of 10,000 Facebook groups for fake reviews.
- They're targeting groups coordinating fake reviews across multiple countries.
Netflix Password Sharing Crackdown
- Netflix is testing extra fees for account sharing outside the primary household in five Latin American countries.
- This is due to over 100 million households sharing accounts, impacting subscriber growth.
Apple Pay Antitrust Lawsuit
- Apple is being sued for antitrust violations related to Apple Pay.
- The lawsuit alleges Apple illegally profits by forcing iPhone users to use Apple Pay and charging fees to issuers.