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Podcast: Tech Gumbo
Episode: Asahi Cyberattack, Instagram Denial, Bezos’ Space Data Centers, Gen Z Goes Retro, Amazon Drone Crash, CA Drivers Unionize
Description: News and Updates:
Asahi Beer Shortage Looms: A ransomware attack crippled Asahi’s IT systems, halting operations at most of its 30 Japanese factories. The brewer warns of beer shortages with no recovery timeline.
Instagram Chief Denies Eavesdropping: Adam Mosseri insists Instagram doesn’t use your microphone for ads. He blames ad coincidences on algorithms, web tracking, and user interactions—though few users believe him.
Bezos Predicts Space Data Centers: Jeff Bezos says gigawatt-scale orbital data centers could emerge within 20 years, harnessing constant solar power and outpacing Earth-based facilities in cost and efficiency.
Gen Z Embraces Old Tech: Teens and yo...