Episode 151 — Two by Twos
Episode
59 min
Read time
2 min
Topics
Artificial Intelligence, Product & Tech Trends
AI-Generated Summary
What It Covers
Ben Thompson and James Allworth analyze Google Duplex AI demonstrations, exploring the distinction between technology platforms versus aggregators and their different business models.
Notable Moment
Thompson realizes Apple's App Store imposes aggregator-style control over what should function as a platform, explaining why iOS developers struggle to build sustainable businesses.
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