The chapter covers a range of topics including the FTC's ban on non-compete agreements, cultural clashes in work ethics between different countries, the importance of prioritizing employee well-being, Apple's manufacturing costs for chips in the US, and a recent ruling questioning the FTC's authority on banning non-competes. There is an emphasis on the impact of labor practices on employees, the advantages of geographical diversification for companies, and the debate on government intervention in employment agreements.
- Pre-show: Casey’s tales of woe
- Follow-up:
- Tech and Labor
- Ask ATP:
- Is moving to a bundled password manager safe (via Trager)
- Is Apple’s embrace of AI enough to prevent it from being the next crypto? (via Jamie)
- What makes iCloud Keychain different than the Windows Recall database? (via Jon Wilson)
- Is Apple still a privacy-first company? (via Steven Wood)
- Post-show: John still isn’t allowing holes in his house
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