Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 11/30 – Meta Might Do The Giphy Deal Anyway
Nov 30, 2021
The UK might not be done with Meta's Giphy deal despite regulatory pushbacks. Cyber Monday fell flat this year, with shoppers returning to physical stores. Issues have arisen with the Google Pixel 6 rejecting cheap charging cables, leading to concerns about tech durability. Amazon is making strides in robotics with its new AWS RoboRunner tools. Plus, the new CEO of Twitter steps in, bringing a fresh dynamic to the company as he navigates leadership challenges and tech trends.
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Meta's Giphy Acquisition Blocked
- The UK's CMA ordered Meta to sell Giphy, believing the deal harms social media users and competition.
- This marks the first time the CMA has unwound a tech giant's completed acquisition.
Finland's Flubot Malware Attack
- Finland is battling the Flubot malware, spread via text messages containing malicious links.
- The malware targets Android and iOS devices, prompting users to install malicious applications or visit fraudulent websites.
Cyber Monday Sales Disappoint
- Cyber Monday sales were unexpectedly lower than 2020, potentially due to increased in-person shopping and smaller online discounts.
- Supply chain issues and early holiday shopping may have also contributed to the lower sales figures.