Pivot Global corporate tax, Facebook's data breach and a Friend of Pivot on "cancel culture"
Apr 6, 2021
John McWhorter, a Columbia linguistics professor and Atlantic contributor, joins the conversation to dissect the intricate dynamics of cancel culture versus accountability. He challenges the oversimplification of narratives and critiques the infantilization of society's responses to issues. The discussion delves into the impact of cancel culture on academic discourse and the need for a balanced dialogue. Additionally, they examine Janet Yellen's proposed global corporate tax and the implications of Facebook's ongoing data breach crises, blending insights with sharp commentary.
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Tim Cook on Sway
- Tim Cook was interviewed on Kara Swisher's podcast, Sway.
- They discussed Apple's stance on privacy, competition with Facebook, and potential ventures into AR, healthcare, and content creation.
Facebook's Resilience
- Facebook's stock is at an all-time high, indicating resilience despite criticism.
- Tim Cook views Apple's privacy push as non-competitive, not understanding the pushback.
Impact on Facebook
- Apple's privacy changes will significantly impact Facebook's access to iOS users.
- However, Facebook still has other avenues for data collection, such as Google and Android.