Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 07/17 – Sorry, More Politics…
Jul 17, 2024
Politics take center stage with Trump’s surprising endorsement of TikTok while critiquing Zuckerberg. The crypto landscape is shifting as tech's regulatory challenges push some towards a Republican alignment. On the innovation front, Mistral introduces powerful new language models. Exciting leaks about the Pixel 9 reveal cutting-edge features and faster charging. Lastly, a revolutionary sketch-to-image AI tool on new Galaxy phones promises to transform how we manipulate images, raising questions about authenticity in the digital age.
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Tim Cook and Trump's Tariff Negotiations
- In 2019, Tim Cook convinced Donald Trump to reconsider Apple's tariff waivers.
- Trump wanted Apple to manufacture in the US, and Cook agreed, leading to a new Apple campus in Austin.
Trump's Tech Preferences
- Trump's stance on tech companies seems to be influenced by personal relationships and political leverage.
- He now supports TikTok due to competition with Zuckerberg, whom he dislikes after being banned from Facebook.
GitLab Explores Sale
- GitLab, an $8 billion company, explores a sale amidst increased tech mergers and acquisitions.
- This surge is driven by advancements in AI and cloud computing, pushing companies to expand.