Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 03/08 - Senator Warren Wants To Break Up Big Tech
Mar 8, 2019
Senator Warren's bold proposal to break up big tech stirs up a discussion about competition and innovation. Airbnb's acquisition of HotelTonight signals its shift in strategy, while Facebook tackles the challenges of vaccine misinformation. The podcast addresses the ethical dilemmas tech companies face, especially regarding data protection and harmful content. Lastly, it highlights the emerging dangers of Triton malware and reflects on the risks in the startup world, like the rise and fall of Munchery.
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Breaking Up Big Tech
- Senator Elizabeth Warren proposes breaking up big tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Facebook.
- She argues their dominance stifles competition and innovation.
Airbnb Buys HotelTonight
- Airbnb acquired HotelTonight, a last-minute hotel booking app, for an undisclosed sum.
- This move expands Airbnb's offerings beyond home rentals and positions them to compete with Booking Holdings.
Platforms and Vaccine Misinformation
- Platforms are cracking down on anti-vaccine content due to potential legal liability.
- Lawyers warn that platforms could face lawsuits if outbreaks are linked to misinformation.