Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 01/14 – Russia Cracks Down On REvil?
Jan 14, 2022
Russia's crackdown on the REvil hacking group reveals intense collaboration with the U.S. in the fight against cybercrime. Meanwhile, FTX makes waves with a massive venture fund in the booming crypto market. The Android 12 rollout, however, has been a rocky road for users, with significant issues reported by major smartphone brands. Tesla's Cybertruck faces delays, adding pressure in the competitive electric vehicle landscape. Plus, a look back at past tech trends and market bubbles offers valuable lessons for the future.
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Russia Cracks Down on REvil
- Russia's FSB, at the US's request, took down the REvil ransomware group.
- This collaboration is unusual given current US-Russia tensions.
FTX Launches Venture Fund
- Crypto exchange FTX launched a $2 billion venture fund.
- FTX's Amy Wu will lead the fund, focusing on crypto gaming, insurance, security, and developer tools.
Android 12 Rollout Issues
- Android 12's rollout has been problematic, with Samsung and OnePlus pausing updates.
- Bugs and performance issues plagued the update, highlighting the complexities of Android development.