Pivot The Biggest Deal in Video Game History, and the FTC Comes for Meta (Again)
Jan 14, 2022
Dive into the intriguing world of tech monopolies as the FTC renews its case against Meta. Explore the landmark $12.7 billion acquisition of Zynga by Take-Two Interactive and what it means for the gaming landscape. Hear hilarious tales about the trials of modern communication and the challenges faced by United Airlines post-COVID. The hosts also tackle serious issues like price-fixing in elite universities and the financial strain on middle-class families, all while speculating on Pinterest's future. It's a lively mix of humor and hard-hitting analysis!
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Magic Leap Pivots to Healthcare
- Magic Leap, a Florida-based AR company, pivots from consumer entertainment to healthcare.
- The company, once a highly anticipated unicorn, now focuses on surgical applications under Peggy Johnson.
B2B vs. B2C
- Favor business-to-business (B2B) ventures over business-to-consumer (B2C).
- B2C is over-invested and consumers are demanding and price-sensitive, making B2B more sustainable.
University Price Collusion
- Top universities are accused of colluding to fix prices, violating federal law in a class-action lawsuit.
- Scott Galloway criticizes higher education's pricing model and its impact on the middle class.