Wed Jan-10-2024: Carta's Unconsented Investor Contact, CES 2024: AR and VR, HPE to buy Juniper
In this episode, we discuss three key tech news stories. First, we dive into the controversy surrounding Carta, a cap table management company, and its alleged unethical tactics. The CEO of a startup claims that Carta contacted investors without consent and attempted to sell shares without authorization. This incident has raised questions about Carta's trustworthiness and sparked similar experiences from other customers. Next, we explore the highlights from CES 2024, focusing on the shift in AR and VR terminology and its industrial applications. The event showcased the evolving landscape of augmented and virtual reality technologies and how they are being utilized in various industries. Lastly, we cover HPE's $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, signaling an AI-focused expansion. This move highlights the growing importance of artificial intelligence in the tech industry and the strategic investments being made to capitalize on its potential.