The WAN Show You Can’t Bing Reddit - WAN Show July 26, 2024
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Jul 27, 2024 The hosts dive into Reddit's decision to limit access for non-Google search engines, sparking concerns over monopolistic behavior. They share frustrations about Google's declining search quality while navigating a competitive tech landscape. A discussion on ethical dilemmas of dynamic pricing practices reveals concerns around consumer rights. Light-hearted banter accompanies important insights about tech careers and nostalgic gaming experiences. The session wraps with thoughts on a significant security breach and the evolving world of eSports, including its absence from the Olympics.
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Reddit's Monetization Strategy
- Reddit may be monetizing by blocking non-Google search indexing.
- This tactic makes other search engines less useful, raising antitrust concerns.
Google Search Quality Decline
- Google's search quality, including Drive and Gmail search, seems to be declining.
- This decline impacts productivity and raises questions about Google's priorities.
Chrome Search Issues
- Linus struggled to find a frequently visited Trello card using Chrome's search.
- Even common documents like the "Perpetual WAN Show" document were unfindable.