Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 02/28 – The Tech World Rides The War Whirlwind
Feb 28, 2022
The podcast dives into the tech industry’s response to the Ukraine crisis, with major players like Google and Meta taking significant actions. Qualcomm unveils its AI-enhanced 5G modem for better connectivity, while TikTok expands into 10-minute videos to compete with YouTube. Lenovo showcases new laptops featuring 12th-gen Intel CPUs. There’s intriguing talk about Apple's potential move to introduce a $200 iPhone, aiming to broaden its market and foster loyalty. The tension between digital nationalism and social media evolution is also a hot topic.
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Tech in the Ukraine Conflict
- The Ukraine conflict significantly impacts the tech world, from payment systems to social media.
- Chip makers halt sales to Russia, and internet access is being restricted.
The Splinternet
- The rise of "digital nationalism" is fracturing the internet, creating a "splinternet."
- Local laws and policies now create national internets, impacting businesses and information access.
TikTok vs. YouTube
- TikTok is challenging YouTube by allowing 10-minute videos, increasing from the previous 3-minute limit.
- This gives creators more flexibility and may change TikTok's recommendation algorithm.
