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The regulatory clock is ticking for TikTok | TechCrunch

Feb 20, 2024 - techcrunch.com
The podcast "Equity" discusses the business of startups, with this episode focusing on the world of money, stocks, crypto, and big news in the startup world. The episode highlights the performance of stocks in Asia and Europe, upcoming earnings reports from various companies, the rise of Bitcoin and Ethereum, and the success of French startup Planity. It also discusses the investigation of TikTok by the European Union, Walmart's acquisition of Vizio, the disruption of ransomware gang LockBit, and the struggles of MariaDB.

The podcast also discusses the return of talent and investors to San Francisco due to the rise of AI. The city is experiencing a boom, with founders and backers returning due to the proximity to the epicenter of AI work. The episode concludes with a look at upcoming shows and a thank you to the audience.

Key takeaways:

  • Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, discusses various topics including stocks, crypto, and the business of French startup Planity.
  • TikTok is under investigation by the European Union for compliance with its Digital Services Act, which could result in penalties up to 6% of global revenue.
  • Walmart is buying Vizio for $2.3 billion, not to sell consumer hardware, but to expand its advertising business which grew by 33% in the last quarter.
  • AI is attracting talent and investors back to San Francisco, as the city remains the epicenter of AI work in the US and potentially the world.
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