Is Big Tech Monopolistic? (EP.18)In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss The House Judiciary Committee’s Antitrust Subcommittee’s latest report on big tech. The Judiciary Committee Antitrust Subcommittee released a 455-page report stating that Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple currently are monopolies operating in the United States. They are valued at over $5 trillion and makeup over 30% of the S&P 100 stock market. The committee has made several recommendations to even the playing field for new companies to enter those respective markets.Sources for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, Paul and Justin discuss Amazon's "High plans". Amazon’s Air division was granted permission to fly by the FAA, and they are currently testing delivering packages by drones in several countries. Amazon released a slew of new products including a Ring Always Home Cam that flies around your home with video recording capabilities. There has already been some discussion on privacy issues, and the product doesn’t get released until next year.Sources and more for this episode found at digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this extended episode, Paul and Justin discuss the Netflix Documentary, Social Dilemma. In summary, you are the product if the service is free! [Explained in Episode 2 of DGP] The documentary covers how Facebook and other platforms use algorithms to keep you pulled in.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are keeping you all updated on the sale of the app TikTok. In summary, the deadline to purchase TikTok is approaching on September 20th. Microsoft was the lead company being considered to purchase the social media company. Bytedance declined their offer, and Oracle, an American company is a clear leader for the purchase, even though it doesn’t seem to be a complete buyout. Google and Facebook have already released their direct competition to TikTok on their respective platforms.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are explaining the importance of Facebook in this upcoming 2020 Presidential Election. In summary, Facebook has publicly stated several measures to make to protect the integrity of the US elections, forcing users to verify their information when placing political ads, and labeling any posts that may falsely claim election results. They are also arranging an academic study to determine the impact of social media on elections.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are explaining the Apple and Tesla stock splits. In summary, A stock split is when a company divides the existing shares of its stock into multiple new shares to boost the liquidity of the stock. Both Tesla and Apple split their respective stocks this week. Apple has made history by splitting its stock for the 5th time since the company went public in the 1980s.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are explaining the battle between Fortnite (Epicgames) and Apple. The widely popular game Fortnite has been removed from both the Apple and Google app stores because they tried to maneuver around the mandatory 30% platform fee and keep the profits from their in-app purchases. Epic Games is suing both Apple and Google claiming they have a monopoly over app purchases because they are the only way to install games on their devices. A court ruling recently allowed Apple to keep the game off its app store while litigation continues.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are explaining the race to buy the app TikTok. The US President originally tried to ban the Chinese owned social media company Tik Tok because of National Security concerns. He has opened the option for American companies to purchase the company. There are concerns about the precedent this may set for global companies in the future and if the government should be brokering these kinds of business mergers.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, Paul interviews Jack Foley, CEO, and Founder of Fora Social, LLC. Listen in as Jack talks about why he started Fora Social, why Fora is different, future plans, and other great information!Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com

In this episode, we are exploring DeepFakes. Deep fake is a technology that uses face-swapping software along with several algorithms to produce fake videos that can be used in a negative fashion to defame or sway public opinion. There is concern over the implications the technology can have on privacy, politics, and national security.Sources and more found at: digitalgalaxypodcast.com