Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 05/16 - The Hammer Comes Down on Huawei
May 16, 2019
Huawei faces intense scrutiny as U.S. restrictions escalate tensions with China. Meanwhile, China blocks all versions of Wikipedia, highlighting rising censorship issues. Google shifts its Nest program, sparking discussions about security and integration challenges. Sprint gears up to launch 5G services, and Quibi seeks massive funding amid mixed opinions about its future. Lastly, the dangers of digital blackmail loom large, with scammers exploiting leaked passwords to target unwary victims.
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Huawei Ban Impact
- The U.S. government is taking severe actions against Huawei, potentially banning U.S. companies from doing business with them.
- This could significantly impact the global 5G rollout and hurt American chip manufacturers.
Instagram Direct Shutdown
- Instagram is shutting down its standalone direct messaging app, Instagram Direct.
- This signals Facebook's strategy to consolidate its apps and unify its platform.
Apple and Intel's 5G Modem Divorce
- Apple's struggles with Intel's 5G modems led to a "long and painful divorce."
- Apple's custom 5G modems won't be ready until 2025, necessitating the Qualcomm settlement.