Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 05/02 – TikTok Can Jam Again
May 2, 2024
Music returns to TikTok thanks to a new licensing deal with Universal Music Group. A significant cybersecurity breach impacts about a third of Americans. Big tech layoffs raise questions about which teams are truly essential. Airbnb introduces unique stays, including a house from the movie 'Up.' Meanwhile, Google's hefty payment to Apple for search defaults comes to light amidst ongoing antitrust concerns. Microsoft's strategy shift aims to navigate the competitive landscape shaped by these giants.
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UMG and TikTok Resolve Music Licensing Dispute
- TikTok and Universal Music Group reached a new licensing agreement, bringing UMG's music back to the platform.
- The ban, while aiming to improve artist compensation and AI protections, disrupted many artists who relied on TikTok for promotion.
Change Healthcare Hack Impacts Millions
- The Change Healthcare hack, impacting potentially a third of Americans, resulted from compromised credentials and a lack of multi-factor authentication.
- UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witte admitted to paying a $22 million ransom, highlighting the severity of the breach.
Google Lays Off Core Team Members
- Google laid off around 200 employees from core teams, including Python developers and engineering roles.
- Some roles are moving to Mexico and India, raising concerns about potential impacts on AI development and regulatory compliance.
