Pivot Elon's Twitter Board Reversal, Warner Bros. and Discovery Merger, and Cathy O’Neil on Shame
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Apr 12, 2022 
Cathy O’Neil, a mathematician and data scientist known for her insightful works on algorithms, joins the conversation to delve into the ethics of data and public shaming. She discusses how societal structures, rather than personal failings, breed shame, particularly amplified by social media's influence. The chat also touches on recent events in the tech industry, including Elon Musk's Twitter turmoil and the Warner Bros.-Discovery merger, revealing the complex interplay between corporate actions and public perception.
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Kushner's Saudi Deal
- Jared Kushner's firm received $2 billion from a Saudi fund, despite his inexperience.
- This investment raises concerns about potential payback for Kushner's past actions.
Etsy Strike
- Thousands of Etsy vendors went on strike to protest increased transaction fees.
- This highlights the growing power of platforms over sellers and the potential for pushback.
Musk's Twitter Exit
- Elon Musk will not join Twitter's board after tweeting policy proposals and criticisms.
- He suggested changes like lowering Twitter Blue's price and accepting Dogecoin.
