Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 02/24 – Record Scratch On The Adobe/Figma Deal
Feb 24, 2023
The DOJ is gearing up to challenge Adobe's $20 billion acquisition of Figma, opening up a fascinating discussion about antitrust issues in tech. Apple is teasing a mixed reality headset for next year, hinting at exciting innovations. A journalist reveals a shocking exploit where AI-generated voices bypassed a major bank's security system. Plus, there are intriguing insights into bio-inspired drones and the latest on AI advancements, including how ChatGPT works and its implications for the future.
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Adobe vs. DOJ
- The DOJ is preparing an antitrust lawsuit against Adobe's acquisition of Figma.
- This legal challenge is Adobe's most serious antitrust issue since the 1990s.
Apple's Two-Tiered Headset
- Apple plans a cheaper, second-generation AR/MR headset for 2025.
- It will have high-end and low-end models, similar to their iPhone strategy.
AI Voice Hacking
- A reporter bypassed a bank's voice verification using AI-generated voice.
- This raises concerns about the security of voice-based biometric authentication.