Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 10/18 – It’s AI Vs. The Metaverse, And AI Seems To Be Winning
Oct 18, 2022
New iPad Pros with the M2 chip are making waves, alongside Apple’s fresh designs. Meta faces hurdles as it attempts to offload Giphy after UK regulations. Major layoffs hit Microsoft, while Amazon struggles with high attrition rates costing $8 billion yearly. Meanwhile, Intel's Mobileye aims for a lower IPO valuation amid market turbulence. The spotlight shines on AI as investor interest shifts away from declining tech sectors, showcasing a new era for startups that focus on artificial intelligence.
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Meta Divests Giphy
- The UK blocked Meta's Giphy acquisition after a long legal battle.
- Meta finally agreed to divest Giphy globally, ending the ordeal.
Layoff Reasoning
- Many tech companies are conducting layoffs, potentially using the current economic climate as cover.
- This raises the question of whether these layoffs are truly necessary or opportunistic.
Amazon's Attrition Problem
- Amazon's high attrition rate, costing $8 billion annually, suggests a significant retention problem.
- The company's rapid employee turnover may eventually limit its growth potential.