Slate News Slate Money: Did Y2K Finally Happen?
Jul 20, 2024
The podcast delves into the recent cybersecurity incident with CrowdStrike, highlighting vulnerabilities in centralized systems. It discusses antitrust laws, Y2K concerns, financial advice, and Silicon Valley's political ties. The evolution of Silicon Valley's political leanings, its relationship with cryptocurrency, and tensions within the crypto space are explored. There is also a focus on the shift towards social conservatism in Silicon Valley and the intersection of politics and work.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Impact of Cybersecurity Issues on Centralized Systems
04:57 • 13min
Discussion on Antitrust, Y2K, Financial Advice, and Silicon Valley Politics
17:50 • 3min
Evolution of Silicon Valley's Political Leanings and Relationship with Cryptocurrency
20:45 • 9min
Tensions in the Crypto Space and Politics, Resentment towards DEI Initiatives in Tech
30:08 • 5min
Shift in Silicon Valley towards Social Conservatism
35:05 • 14min
The Intersection of Politics and Work & Emergency Food Bucket for Doomsday Preppers
49:16 • 5min
Laundering Hotel Towels and Record-breaking Stegosaurus Sale
53:53 • 7min