Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 07/11 - Bird In Trouble Or Turning The Corner?
Jul 11, 2019
Apple cracks down on Zoom with a silent update, addressing privacy vulnerabilities. Google Assistant faces scrutiny for recording private conversations, prompting investigations into user privacy. Amazon Music is on the rise, gaining subscribers quickly compared to Spotify. Meanwhile, Bird struggles financially, seeking $300M to stay afloat. Rumors hint at exciting design changes for the 2020 iPhone with a potentially smaller notch. Privacy and tech trends collide in this captivating discussion!
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Apple Silently Updates Macs to Remove Zoom Web Server
- Apple silently updated Macs to remove Zoom's hidden web server.
- This action addressed a vulnerability that allowed websites to add users to video calls without permission.
Apple Disables Walkie-Talkie App Due to Eavesdropping Vulnerability
- Apple temporarily disabled the Apple Watch Walkie-Talkie app due to a vulnerability.
- This vulnerability allowed someone to eavesdrop on another person's iPhone.
Leaked Google Assistant Recordings Raise Privacy Concerns
- Over 1,000 Google Assistant recordings were obtained by VRT from a Google contractor.
- Some recordings captured private conversations due to accidental activations, raising privacy concerns.