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.

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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