The Killer AI Device is Already in 2 Billion Pockets
Jun 26, 2024
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CNBC's Deirdre Bosa talks EU regulations impacting big US tech, Apple's AI strategies, and comparison between Databricks and Snowflake valuation. Tech founders delay IPOs due to private funding, with risks in private markets discussed.
EU's Digital Markets Act threatens big US tech companies with strict regulations and penalties up to 10% of global revenue
Apple's focus on personal context within generative AI models showcases potential for efficient user experiences and partnership opportunities
Deep dives
EU Regulation Impact on Tech Companies
The EU's Digital Markets Act poses potential challenges to big US tech companies, with strict regulations and penalties up to 10% of global revenue. It aims to regulate gatekeepers like large platform companies, ensuring fair competition and consumer choice outside app stores.
Apple's AI Integration and Market Position
Apple's focus on personal context within generative AI models showcases potential for efficient user experiences, integrating AI into everyday tasks. By developing its AI capabilities in-house and considering partnership opportunities, Apple aims to leverage its vast device network for broader AI distribution.
Databricks vs. Snowflake Competitive Landscape
Comparison between Databricks and Snowflake reveals similarities in market capitalization despite significant revenue differences. Databricks' focus on generative AI and recent acquisitions positions it as a contender against Snowflake in structuring enterprise data, highlighting the dynamic nature of the private and public tech markets.
CNBC TechCheck’s Deirdre Bosa joins Dan Nathan on Okay, Computer. European regulators are cracking down on American Big Tech companies with the Digital Markets Act. What's the impact on these firms and will it actually hurt the stock price (2:00)? Is the iPhone the AI device of the future (9:00)? Databricks has the edge on Snowflake, is there any rush to go public (18:00)?