Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 08/17 – “Anti Party” Technology
Aug 17, 2022
Airbnb is rolling out 'anti-party' technology to curb unauthorized gatherings, raising questions about bias. Apple diversifies its supply chain with new production strategies. Banks face $2 billion fines for using WhatsApp to sidestep regulations, highlighting compliance issues. Meanwhile, the semiconductor industry shows concerning trends. On the bright side, AI developments like Google’s robot are inching closer to our visions of helpful robot assistants.
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Airbnb's Anti-Party Measures
- Airbnb introduces "anti-party technology" to prevent unauthorized gatherings.
- The system analyzes factors like booking history, length of stay, and distance to the listing.
Concerns and Humor about Airbnb's System
- Johanna Boyan points out potential bias in Airbnb's anti-party system, likening it to predictive policing.
- Darar Obasanjo jokes that Airbnb's new technology makes them resemble strict parents.
Apple Shifts Production to Vietnam
- Apple diversifies its supply chain by moving some Apple Watch and MacBook production to Vietnam.
- This shift aims to reduce reliance on China, mirroring similar moves by Amazon, Dell, and Google.