Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 11/01 – WeWork To The Deadpool?
Nov 1, 2023
LinkedIn now has an AI job coach to help users navigate job opportunities. Netflix's ad-supported tier gains traction with 15 million users but faces questions about its future. WeWork inches closer to bankruptcy, stirring discussions on corporate governance. Meanwhile, AI makes strides in drug discovery with DeepMind's AlphaFold technology. The podcast also dives into corporate lobbying's influence on AI regulations, highlighting the tension between open-source solutions and corporate interests in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
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LinkedIn AI Job Coach
- LinkedIn Premium users can now access a GPT-4 powered AI job coach.
- This chatbot helps assess job fit, identify experience gaps, and even draft messages to potential connections.
Netflix Ad Tier Growth
- Netflix's ad tier has 15 million monthly active users, comprising 30% of new sign-ups.
- They are introducing new ad formats, including title sponsorships and binge-ad formats.
WeWork Bankruptcy
- WeWork is reportedly planning to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, impacting many startups.
- The company faces significant lease obligations and dwindling cash reserves.