The need for more antitrust measures in the tech industry is emphasized by the concentration of power within limited tech companies. The recent outage could cost over $1 billion, leading many companies to file insurance claims. This incident highlights the reliance on a few companies and the accompanying lack of diversity in the ecosystem, raising concerns about security. The concentration of power emphasizes the necessity for a diversified tech ecosystem to mitigate risks and enhance overall system resilience.
Kara and Scott discuss Joe Biden passing the torch to Kamala Harris, and how she'll do against Trump. Also, who will be her VP? Friend of Pivot, New York Times Opinion Columnist Lydia Polgreen joins them to discuss. Then, the ongoing fallout from the CrowdStrike update that caused 8.5 million devices to crash on Friday.
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