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Jason’s H-1B pitch, the latest on the TikTok deal, and Howie’s first ad | E2182
Today’s show: New proposal on H-1B visas… and it’s pretty similar to Jason’s pitch from last month! On a new TWiST, Jason and Lon wonder if the White House is watching the pod and borrowing some of our best ideas! Specifically, the new $100K H-1B visa proposal sounds a lot like Jason’s suggestion from August… with a few significant tweaks. PLUS we’re looking at the latest news about the US TikTok entity, why Jason’s not concerned about the new algorithm, the explosion of major data centers in Scandinavia, the European Commission’s scaling back of anti-cookie regulations, AND the first big marketing push from virtual assistant startup Howie! That’s a packed show!
Key Points
- Meta's control by Zuckerberg and his family poses a long-term concern, but the diversified cap table of this new company offers a competitive challenge without the same control issues.
- The H1B visa program's abuse for cheap labor can be mitigated by imposing a significant fee, ensuring companies prioritize training and hiring American workers.
- The Nordic countries' lower energy costs and cool climate make them attractive for data centers, giving them a competitive edge in tech infrastructure over other European nations.
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