This week, a mega robocaller gets hung up, Tesla dances to its own beats, Alexa checks in, Google gets slammed, beware more ransomware, and, much more.
Cold Open
Nintendo SNES Mini launches in SeptemberHeadlines
Miami Man Fined $120 Million for Making 96 Million Robocalls in Three Months First Tesla Model 3 spotted outside the US Tesla is talking to the music labels about creating its own streaming service Amazon rolls out Alexa intercom function, letting users “drop in” on Echo speakers remotelyAudible Book of the Week
The One Device: The Secret History of the iPhone by Brian Merchant Sign up at AudibleTrial.com/TheDrillDownMusic Break: Telephone by Pomplamoose
Hot Topic
Google hit with record £2.1bn EU fine for abusing internet search monopoly A new ransomware attack is infecting airlines, banks, and utilities across Europe Ransomware attack spreads to 64 countries including the Asia-Pacific region, is said to originate in software from a Ukrainian tax accountancy firmMusic Break: Blister in the Sun by Violent Femmes
Final Word: Kala-not
More than 1,000 Uber employees ask for Travis Kalanick to return Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has resigned due to investor pressure, and a search for a new leader is onThe Drill Down Video of the Week
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