Pivot Bezos vs. the world, retail in India and Scott’s earnings predictions
Jan 24, 2020
Scott and Erica dive into the cybersecurity breach involving Jeff Bezos and Saudi hacking. They discuss Amazon's immense influence, likening it to a nation's power. Bezos' $1 billion investment in India sparks debate on its potential impact and the local resistance Amazon faces. Meanwhile, they analyze Netflix's struggle against Disney+ and predict disappointing earnings for Uber, contrasting it with a positive outlook for Facebook's profits. The conversation blends corporate dynamics with playful banter, making for an engaging listen.
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Bezos vs. Saudi Arabia
- Jeff Bezos' phone was hacked after receiving a corrupt video file via WhatsApp from the Saudi crown prince, MBS.
- This incident, alongside the assassination of Jamal Khashoggi, highlights the growing geopolitical tension between nation-states and powerful individuals like Bezos.
Individuals as Nation-States
- Individuals like Jeff Bezos, with vast economic power, are becoming akin to nation-states.
- This creates complex geopolitical situations where they can be targets of foreign governments and may even wage their own proxy wars.
Corporations as Geopolitical Tools
- Geopolitical conflicts are increasingly being waged through corporations.
- Governments use corporations as tools in these conflicts, impacting global trade and international relations.