Equity $5B livestream shopping apps, Nvidia reveals, and the weirdest tech at CES
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Jan 10, 2025 Explore how Meta’s decision to halt third-party fact-checking impacts misinformation and user trust. Whatnot's impressive $265M funding is set against the backdrop of its growing competition in livestream shopping. Delve into the intriguing profile of defense tech innovator Peterson Conway and its implications. The hosts share highlights from CES 2025, featuring quirky innovations like AIs for spice dispensing and robots that clean floors. Discover NVIDIA's Project Digit and its potential to revolutionize AI research and startup opportunities.
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Meta's Fact-Checking Shift
- Meta ended its third-party fact-checking program, shifting to community-based fact-checking.
- This move aims to appease conservatives while potentially reducing resources for content moderation.
Impersonation Woes
- Margaux MacColl's Twitter account was impersonated after deletion, highlighting the impact of reduced moderation teams.
- The reporting form being broken further compounded the issue, demonstrating resource limitations.
Live Stream Shopping's Rise
- Live stream shopping is gaining traction, with Whatnot raising $265M at a $5B valuation.
- This success contrasts with previous failures of live stream shopping in the US, suggesting a shift.