Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 06/25 - Bill Gates' Biggest Mistake
Jun 25, 2019
LinkedIn is shifting its focus to niche content, aiming for deeper user engagement as broader social trends evolve. Security concerns arise with hackers stealing vast amounts of call data from cell networks. Bill Gates reflects on his biggest career misstep—losing to Android—while Apple impresses with early beta releases of iOS 13 and iPadOS, enhancing user experience across devices. The buzz around Harry Potter: Wizards Unite continues, highlighting its strong launch performance.
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LinkedIn's Shift to Niche Content
- LinkedIn shifts from viral content to niche professional interests.
- This change prioritizes posts catering to specific user interests and direct interactions.
Global Cell Network Hacks
- Hackers are stealing call records and location data from cell networks globally.
- This targeted surveillance raises concerns about privacy and security.
Bill Gates' Biggest Regret
- Bill Gates considers Microsoft's failure to become Android its biggest mistake.
- He believes this cost Microsoft $400 billion.