In business news, internet-connected vehicles are gathering data on driving habits that can help insurance companies create personalized coverage. The newsletter also discusses the challenges faced by American tech CEOs in China due to a push towards uber-nationalism. Microsoft's AI efforts have raised concerns among some insiders about the company becoming a glorified IT department for OpenAI. Other news includes Mark Zuckerberg's increasing wealth, Reddit's upcoming IPO, and Donald Trump's changing views on bitcoin.
Key takeaways:
- Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has been under scrutiny for editing a family photo, adding to speculation about her status and whereabouts since her "planned abdominal surgery" in January.
- This incident could raise questions about the future of the British monarchy, especially as key players are nearing retirement and the family has shrunk in size.
- A bill prohibiting TikTok in the US is quickly moving through Congress, potentially impacting the popular app's presence in the country.
- Internet-connected vehicles are gathering data on driving habits that can reportedly help insurance companies create personalized coverage, raising privacy concerns among drivers.