In this episode, the hosts tackle 6G technology and the global semiconductor market. They also discuss recent intrigue involving Meta, DT, and the policing of online speech. Plus, they try some weapons-grade beers after a last-minute guest cancellation. Entertaining banter and insightful discussions await!
China's involvement in 6G development could shape the global standard despite 5G concerns.
InterDigital and Huawei participate in 6G standards, raising apprehensions about Huawei's global role.
6G sensing technology offers revolutionary applications in healthcare, city planning, and military sectors.
ASML's increased sales to China defy US efforts to limit Chinese semiconductor growth.
Deep dives
China's Growing Influence in 5G Standard Development
Despite concerns over China's control of the 5G standard, there are indications that they are heavily involved in 6G development which could further shape the global standard.
InterDigital and Huawei's Involvement in 6G Standards
InterDigital and Huawei are among the companies involved in the development of 6G standards, despite ongoing concerns about Huawei's involvement in global technology development.
The Potential of Sensing in 6G
Sensing technology in 6G could revolutionize healthcare, city planning, and military applications. It has the potential to sense and gather data without the need for objects to be directly connected.
The Impact of ASML's Sales in China
ASML's sales to China have significantly increased, defying US efforts to suppress Chinese semiconductor development. Sales of ASML's ultraviolet lithography systems in China have more than doubled in recent years.
Zuckerberg denounces Apple's App Store move
During a Senate hearing, Zuckerberg was asked about Apple's App Store policy change. Zuckerberg criticized the implementation of the change, stating that it was unlikely any developer would choose to use alternative app stores due to the onerous requirements set by Apple. He argued that the changes went against the intended purpose of the EU regulations.
Political theater in Senate hearings on social media
Senate hearings held to discuss the role of social media in child abuse became a platform for political grandstanding. Politicians used emotional tactics, forcing Zuckerberg to apologize to grieving families and publicly address the issue of child safety. The hearings were criticized for their performative nature and lack of focus on making meaningful progress in protecting children online.
Deutsche Telekom's hollow campaign against hate speech
Deutsche Telekom launched a campaign called #AgainstHateSpeech, which aimed to address hate speech on social media. However, the campaign was criticized for its superficiality and lack of clear definition of hate speech. It was seen as a mere marketing tool for the company, rather than a genuine effort to combat hate speech.
A last-minute guest cancellation opens the door for Iain and Scott to try some of the weapons-grade beers they were previously too scared to attempt. They decide to tackle 6G first, while they’re still capable, inspired by Iain’s recent dinner with Interdigital. That leads on to a couple of angles concerning the global semiconductor market before they conclude with some recent intrigue involving Meta, DT and the policing of online speech.
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