Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 04/19 – Scraping The Web’s Still Legal
Apr 19, 2022
Courts have confirmed that web scraping of public data is legal, paving the way for journalists and archivists. Meanwhile, Twitter is developing an edit button, sparking curiosity about its functionalities amidst Elon Musk's turbulent acquisition saga. Microsoft is venturing into in-game advertising for Xbox, merging brands with free-to-play games. Plus, a startup accelerator by A16Z is shaping the future for early-stage entrepreneurs, combining funding with a selective application approach. Tune in for the latest tech buzz!
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Web Scraping Legality
- Scraping public web data is legal, a US appeals court reaffirmed, impacting archivists, researchers, and journalists.
- However, concerns remain about scraping personal data for commercial gain, especially by "scammy" operators.
Twitter Edit Button Functionality
- Twitter's edit button won't directly change tweets. Instead, it will create new tweets with updated content, linked to previous versions.
Twitter Takeover Developments
- Twitter is likely to reject Elon Musk's takeover bid, but Apollo Global and Morgan Stanley are considering backing a deal.
- Apollo might support Musk or another bidder, potentially linking Twitter with Yahoo, which Apollo owns.