Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 12/30 – Apple Loses A Copyright Lawsuit
Dec 30, 2020
Apple faces a notable defeat in a copyright lawsuit that could reshape digital security. Get ready for TikToks to pop up in your Google searches! Amazon's advertising unit is thriving despite the pandemic. Holiday spending trends reveal surprising shifts towards budget smartphones. Disney Plus sees a surge in installations thanks to blockbuster film releases, and technology's role in teen social interactions is examined. Plus, a reflection on the cultural impact of John Conway's Game of Life wraps up the discussion.
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Apple's Copyright Loss
- Apple lost a copyright lawsuit against Corellium, whose software virtualizes iOS for security research.
- The judge ruled this wasn't copyright infringement, partially because it improved iPhone security.
Broad Implications of Apple's Lawsuit
- Apple's lawsuit was considered dangerously broad by some security experts.
- They argued that it could stifle security research and emulation.
TikTok in Google Search
- Google is testing TikTok and Instagram video integration into search results.
- This could incentivize SEO-driven short video creation.
