Pivot Oracle wins Tik Tok, the future of AI chips, and Friend of Pivot Alex Stamos deep dives on TikTok privacy
Sep 15, 2020
In a riveting discussion, Alex Stamos, Director of the Stanford Internet Observatory and former head of security for Facebook, explores the risky partnership between Oracle and TikTok, shedding light on data privacy concerns. Stamos navigates the intricate web of TikTok's addictive algorithm and the challenges of regulating misinformation. The episode also covers Nvidia's strategic acquisition in AI chips, raising significant questions about the tech landscape and its influences on security and consumer trust.
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Oracle's TikTok Strategy
- Oracle's partnership with TikTok is likely a strategic financing move disguised as a security measure.
- This deal allows Oracle to become TikTok's technology partner and gain a significant cloud victory.
TikTok's Data Collection
- TikTok's algorithm collects vast amounts of data through short-form videos, creating a powerful tool for understanding user preferences.
- This data can be used for various purposes, including education, e-commerce, and, concerningly, propaganda.
Oracle and Zoom
- Alex Stamos, former head of security for Facebook, highlights Zoom's use of Oracle for cloud computing, noting Oracle's strength in raw hardware cloud services.
- However, he points out that Oracle isn't considered a top cloud provider compared to Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.