Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 10/12 – The IRS Wants A Word With Microsoft
Oct 12, 2023
The IRS is barking at Microsoft's heels, claiming nearly $30 billion in unpaid taxes. Meanwhile, Adam Mosseri coolly states that Threads won't steal the breaking news spotlight. Teenagers are ditching Netflix for YouTube, while the iPhone remains their top choice. Plus, gaming gets a boost with PS5 cloud streaming set to launch soon. And in a quirky twist, AI chatbots can now join group conversations, changing the way we chat with friends and bots alike.
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Microsoft vs. IRS
- The IRS claims Microsoft underpaid taxes by $28.9 billion between 2004 and 2013.
- Microsoft plans to appeal, arguing they've followed IRS rules and paid all owed taxes.
X's Response to Hamas Attacks
- Linda Yaccarino reported X removed Hamas-linked accounts and labeled/removed content after the attacks.
- However, she didn't address the graphic content and misinformation seen on the platform since Saturday.
Threads and News
- Adam Mosseri stated Threads won't prioritize news due to the platform's maturity and risks.
- He clarified they aren't anti-news, but they won't actively amplify it.