
Morning Brew Daily Big Tech CEO's Testify on Child Safety & T-Swift Gone from TikTok?
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Feb 1, 2024 Big Tech CEOs faced tough questions in a Senate hearing focused on child safety, with emotional apologies made to affected families. There's buzz over why major artists like Taylor Swift are absent from TikTok. A clash between TikTok and Universal Music Group raises concerns over music licensing, impacting content and artist pay. Meanwhile, Elmo’s viral check-in about emotions has touched many, sparking vital conversations on mental health. Plus, the revival of retail and big sports transactions highlight shifting dynamics in ownership and investment.
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Senate Hearing on Child Safety
- Big Tech CEOs testified before Congress regarding child safety on their platforms.
- Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed frustration over the lack of progress in 28 years.
Zuckerberg's Apology
- Mark Zuckerberg apologized to families of online child victims.
- Meaningful change requires Congressional action, not just emotional hearings.
Fed Holds Rates
- The Federal Reserve decided against an interest rate cut in March.
- Fed Chair Jerome Powell wants assurance that inflation won't return.



