Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 01/23 – Netflix Buys Rights To Raw And WWE Shows
Jan 23, 2024
Netflix is making waves by snagging WWE rights for $5 billion, marking its bold leap into live events. The podcast discusses the unsettling implications of AI-driven robocalls in political campaigns. It highlights surprising shopping patterns, revealing that older generations are leading the charge on platforms like Temu. The rise of AI girlfriend bots is creating buzz in the tech community, as OpenAI grapples with this unexpected trend. Additionally, learn about the phenomenal success of Palworld, a game blending creature collection with survival elements.
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Netflix's Live Event Strategy
- Netflix is betting big on live events, securing exclusive rights to WWE's Raw and other wrestling programs.
- This $5 billion deal aims to boost their ad-supported plan and attract wrestling fans.
AI-Generated Political Misinformation
- Fake Joe Biden robocalls, possibly AI-generated, told New Hampshire Democrats not to vote in the primary.
- The Attorney General is investigating this potential election interference.
iOS Stolen Device Protection
- Enable Apple's new "Stolen Device Protection" in iOS 17.3 for enhanced security.
- This feature requires biometric authentication for sensitive actions, especially outside familiar locations.