Plus, peak developer confernece and bundle, unbundle, bundle!

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Plus Apple 'Crushes' Its New iPad Ad, and Sam goes shopping.

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Plus the boring phone movement and games, games everywhere.

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Plus, power shifts in social and why you should pay attention to the new Taylor Swift album.

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The gang unleashes some concerns following new revelations about how companies have been training their AI models. Plus, Netflix's Three Body Problem, The Information's Private Capital Conference and more.

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Plus, Inside The Information's Creator Economy Summit and a new threat for OpenAI.

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The gang discusses the new "risk on" vibe in Silicon Valley.

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Plus the Reddit IPO and Why Software Venture Capital is Getting Harder

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From the “PAFACAA” bill to the next front of the youth loneliness epidemic, the gang and a special guest digest the tech news of the moment.

Takeaways

• Eventbrite has the potential to offer features that help users find events to meet like-minded people.
• Innovative event ideas, such as marking attendees' availability, can enhance the event experience.
• Digital communities have faced challenges in the events space, with limited success on platforms like Facebook and Reddit.
• The quality and curation of events play a crucial role in attracting attendees.
• The impact of VR and AR on events is an area of interest and exploration.
• Virtual events saw a significant rise during the pandemic but have declined since then.
• The creator economy is a growing field with exciting opportunities for events and experiences.

Chapters

00:00:00 Doing It Live vs. Prep
00:00:30 Introducing Julia Hartz of Eventbrite
00:00:53 The Quirks of Zoom Interactions
00:01:12 The Heart Emoji Conundrum
00:01:27 Filling in for Brit
00:02:09 Discussing Brit's Iconic Glasses
00:02:42 Tech Headlines Preview
00:03:04 Julia Hartz in the Hot Seat
00:03:28 TikTok Ban Discussion Begins
00:04:31 Potential Global Impact of TikTok Ban
00:05:43 Process of Banning TikTok in the U.S.
00:06:39 The PUFACA Bill and TikTok
00:07:30 Jokes About the TikTok Bill Acronym
00:08:04 Custom Merchandise Ideas for PUFACA
00:08:34 Political Branding and TikTok
00:09:09 AOC's Vote Against TikTok Ban
00:09:33 Challenge of Explaining TikTok Ban to Public
00:10:13 Mental Health Impact of Smartphones on Youth
00:10:56 Shift in Chinese Government's Tech Strategy
00:11:19 Political Risks of TikTok Ban Before Elections
00:12:48 Possibility of TikTok Divestiture
00:13:04 Dating Scene and Event Trends
00:13:25 Resurgence of Live Experiences
00:14:21 Role of Eventbrite in the Event Ecosystem
00:15:40 Impact of COVID on Event Trends
00:16:24 Rise of Niche Events
00:17:56 Loneliness Epidemic and Finding Meaning
00:19:21 Future of Event Discovery and Participation
00:20:02 Role of Smartphones in Social Regression
00:21:13 Importance of Reparenting Ourselves on Smartphone Use
00:22:40 Resurgence of Live Events Post-COVID
00:23:44 Trend of Silent Book Clubs
00:24:39 Shift from Dating Apps to Real-Life Connections
00:25:22 Business of Event Ticketing and Discovery
00:26:18 Role of Facebook in Event Distribution
00:27:21 Challenge of Event Discovery Online
00:28:04 Importance of Highly Curated Events
00:29:10 Niche as the New Mass in Event Trends
00:30:21 Future of Eventbrite and Event Curation

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A new idea for how to "ban" TikTok is gaining steam in D.C. while Elon (again) makes wakes. Plus, what the AI and ridesharing wars have in common.

Takeaways

• The ban on TikTok and the regulation of Chinese apps are ongoing topics of discussion.
• Apple could play a significant role in creating controls for parents to limit app usage, including Chinese apps.
• Google has already taken steps to limit Chinese app access.
• The US-China relationship and co-dependence pose challenges in addressing national security concerns.
• More sophisticated and targeted regulatory approaches are needed to effectively address these issues. The ban on TikTok raises concerns about national security risks and the influence of Chinese-owned apps on American youth.
• ByteDance's revenue growth highlights the company's success and the potential impact of a TikTok ban on its business.
• Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI raises questions about the organization's mission and the transition from nonprofit to for-profit.
• The influence of Elon Musk on the tech news cycle and the perception of his companies is a topic of discussion.
• The future of electric vehicles faces challenges such as range anxiety and competition from other countries. Charging electric vehicles can be a challenge for some individuals, leading to discussions about alternative solutions.
• Roving superchargers are a potential solution to address range anxiety and charging issues for EVs.
• The AI venture capital race is compared to the ride-hailing wars, with concerns about market concentration and smaller investors being boxed out.

• PCC: Who was the highest paid actor in 2023?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Ban on TikTok

03:15 Regulating Chinese Apps

08:54 Apple's Role in Controlling Apps

16:21 Proposed Bill and Apple's Dilemma

18:18 Sophistication of Regulatory Efforts

19:07 The TikTok Ban

21:13 ByteDance's Revenue Growth

22:25 National Security Risks

26:19 Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against OpenAI

28:01 The Influence of Elon Musk

37:33 The Future of EVs

39:44 Charging Electric Vehicles

40:12 Alternative Solutions

40:46 The Future of EVs

41:20 Roving Superchargers

42:07 AI Venture Capital Race

43:13 Pop Culture: Highest-Paid Actors

45:40 Market Concentration in AI

52:31 Upcoming Events: Oscars and Tennis Tournament

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