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Should Facebook be broken up?

Should Facebook be broken up?

Should Facebook be broken up?

I think Facebook is too big. I think it's too powerful. I wish there was more competition in tech. But I lean towards thinking our current Department of Justice wouldn't do a great job breaking it up.


What was the coolest thing Google announced at its keynote?

I think probably the high-end phone for $400. To have a competitive high-end smartphone and for half the price - pretty neat!

Was the strike against Uber and Lyft successful?

Probably not. I mean by their very nature, because anybody can join or almost anybody can become an Uber and Lyft driver, it is very hard to organize a strike. I think that's what we saw over the last few days.

What should we all learn from Theranos?

Well, don't trust magical unicorns. But also if you're a journalist, there are amazing stories out there. Go find them.

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