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🍜 Microsoft’s cloud in the hot seat..
The US Federal Trade Commission is reportedly setting its sights on Microsoft...
Anthony Lessard
November 15, 2024
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The Noodle Network Tech and AI: Seasoned with a Dash of Humor
November 15, 2024
Today's tech roundup serves up cloud scrutiny, potential robotaxi relief, global AI ads, new Google gadgets, and EU fines. From Microsoft’s cloudy FTC forecast to Meta’s megafine, here’s a humorous take on today’s digital dish.
The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly setting its sights on Microsoft’s cloud business, ready to dig into whether it’s playing fair in the cloud space. Microsoft, who thought its only cloud battles were with Amazon’s AWS, now has to face the FTC. The investigation could mean answering some tough questions—like, “Is that really free storage?” For now, Microsoft is hoping its cloud can weather the storm.
With a Trump victory, Musk’s dreams of a robotaxi revolution might get an express lane, or at least a few regulatory green lights. While the former president’s return could indeed make Musk’s ride smoother, plenty of roadblocks remain. The big question: Will we see robotaxis zipping around anytime soon, or is Musk’s vision still one lane away from reality? Only time—and a few speeches from the regulatory folks—will tell.
TikTok has launched an AI-powered video platform for advertisers globally, letting brands use AI to sprinkle their ads across our feeds more efficiently. Now advertisers can reach us when we’re just looking for that next cat video, except instead of a cat, it’s a moisturizer ad that “totally understands you.” TikTok’s hoping this AI wizardry will be a hit with marketers—after all, what brand doesn’t want an algorithm to help them understand the Gen Z dance craze?
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Google has brought its AI voice assistant, Gemini Live, to the iPhone, meaning Siri now has a digital roommate. Users can now swap Siri for Gemini’s assistance—or, as Gemini might put it, "level up." Whether it’s setting reminders or making puns, Google’s entry to the iPhone is set to make some noise. Cue the friendly voice-off between Siri and Gemini: may the wittiest AI win.
The EU has slapped Meta with a whopping 797-million-euro fine over alleged abuses benefiting Facebook Marketplace. Apparently, the EU isn’t thrilled about how Meta’s been handling things and is giving them a financial nudge to change course. It’s the digital equivalent of a costly “think about what you did,” and Meta will likely be in the doghouse (or maybe the data house?) until they make amends.
From Microsoft’s cloudy days and Musk’s robotaxi wish list to TikTok’s ad AI and Google’s new iPhone buddy, today’s tech scene is all about ambition, competition, and a touch of regulation. Meanwhile, Meta’s EU fine serves as a reminder that even in the digital world, someone’s always watching—preferably with a calculator in hand. 🍜💾🤖
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