The Vergecast Elon Musk meets with Tim Cook, Neuralink's show and tell, and FTX's collapse
Dec 2, 2022
Elon Musk's ongoing tension with Apple takes center stage, with Twitter's app challenges and Musk's claims about human trials for Neuralink. The fallout from FTX's collapse is unpacked, revealing the chaotic side of crypto. Meanwhile, the resurgence of trackball technology is humorously explored alongside new gadget innovations like the Genki Covert Dock Mini. The ethical questions swirling around tech developments and media coverage of controversial figures also add depth to the discussion, painting a vivid picture of the tech landscape.
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Twitter vs. Apple
- Elon Musk's Twitter and Apple clashed over App Store fees and content moderation.
- This conflict ended with a meeting between Musk and Tim Cook, showcasing Cook's political skills.
Twitter's Past App Store Strategy
- Nilay Patel recalls Twitter's previous stance on App Store fees under Kayvon Beykpour's leadership.
- Twitter aimed to comply with platform rules and pay the fees, seeking negotiation only with greater leverage.
Apple's Speech Regulation
- Apple acts as Silicon Valley's speech regulator due to its App Store power.
- They express concerns to social networks about content, influencing moderation practices.