The Information's TITV AI in Education, The AI Chip War, and Meta Superintelligence Lab Restructuring | Aug 18, 2025
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Aug 18, 2025 
In this insightful discussion, Chris Miller, an expert in semiconductors and geopolitical tensions, shares his thoughts on the ongoing chip war. Shishir Mehrotra, CEO of Grammarly, reveals innovative AI tools for students that could revolutionize education. Anne Gehan delves into Walmart's strategic moves to compete against Amazon in the e-commerce arena. The conversation also touches on Meta's restructuring and the development of its AI initiatives, highlighting the evolving dynamics in tech and education.
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Marketplace Resellers Create Selection And Opacity
- Online marketplaces rely heavily on third-party resellers for product selection and scale.
- That reliance creates opacity about product provenance and pricing conflicts with brands.
Tighten Seller Authorization For Sensitive Categories
- Require verified authorization or brand-sourced proof before allowing health and beauty sellers.
- Limit listings to brands and authorized distributors to reduce counterfeit and provenance risk.
Curation As A Competitive E‑commerce Strategy
- Walmart uses marketplace curation to signal higher product quality against Amazon.
- Emphasizing brand-sourced inventory can be a marketing lever to win shoppers.
