Pivot Facebook's privacy fakeout, WeWork's reckless IPO, and Reagan the welfare queen
May 3, 2019
A lively debate unfolds as the hosts tackle Facebook's privacy paradox amid a landscape of capitalist disparities. They humorously critique weathervane companies manipulating tax systems, while also navigating the evolution of AI and the need for regulation. Disney’s resurgence sparks conversations about ethical quandaries, especially surrounding Amazon's surveillance technology. Plus, the importance of sensory inclusion garners attention, revealing personal stories that highlight the necessity for accommodating environments in everyday life.
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Facebook's Real Goal
- Facebook's new privacy focus is a smokescreen.
- Their real goal is to build an encrypted network for transactions, mimicking WeChat.
Evolution of the Marketing Funnel
- The classic marketing funnel (awareness, consideration, intention, action) has evolved into a wine glass shape.
- This is due to competitors leveraging technology to target consumers at the consideration stage.
Facebook's WeChat Strategy
- Facebook's privacy concern is not genuine.
- They aim to create a secure, encrypted network like WeChat, not compete with Snap.
