Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 03/26 – The House Tech Hearings Were… Whatever…
Mar 26, 2021
Recent House tech hearings left much to be desired, highlighting chaotic moments rather than productive discussions. Apple is eyeing a rugged Apple Watch aimed at extreme sports enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Slack is rolling out new audio features to compete with Clubhouse. WeWork is making a comeback through a SPAC deal, albeit at a lower valuation. The podcast also dives into the ethical issues surrounding the BitClout platform and government efforts to secure semiconductor supplies amid ongoing chip shortages.
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Unproductive Tech Hearings
- The House tech hearings were unproductive and revealed lawmakers' lack of understanding.
- CEOs appeared frustrated with the simplistic questioning, highlighting a disconnect between Congress and the tech industry.
Rugged Apple Watch
- Apple considers a rugged Apple Watch aimed at athletes and outdoor enthusiasts, similar to Casio's G-Shock watches.
- This would complement existing Apple Watch models like the SE and Nike/Hermes editions.
Slack's New Features
- Slack will introduce audio messages, a Clubhouse-like drop-in feature, and stories.
- This is part of Slack's push to become a broader communication service, surprising even Salesforce COO Brett Taylor.