Big Tech Gets the Regulatory Shakedown

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Amazon and Meta Platforms are facing increased scrutiny from regulators and states and that’s not only affecting their stock price, it could affect their business long-term. We discuss whether FTC probes and settlements are a big deal long-term. We end by laying out what John Ternus needs to do to get off on the right foot at Apple.


Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Matt Frankel discuss:


- Amazon vs FTC
- Future of Amazon Retail
- Meta’s Settlement
- Is Meta Becoming Bit Tobacco?
- John Ternus’ First Day
- How Apple Can succeed


Companies discussed: Amazon (AMZN), Apple (AAPL), Meta (META).


Host: Travis Hoium
Guests: Lou Whiteman, and Matt Frankel
Engineer: Kristi Waterworth


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Amazon and Meta Platforms are facing increased scrutiny from regulators and states and that’s not only affecting their stock price, it could affect their business long-term. We discuss whether FTC probes and settlements are a big deal long-term. We end by laying out what John Ternus needs to do to get off on the right foot at Apple.


Travis Hoium, Lou Whiteman, and Matt Frankel discuss:


- Amazon vs FTC
- Future of Amazon Retail
- Meta’s Settlement
- Is Meta Becoming Bit Tobacco?
- John Ternus’ First Day
- How Apple Can succeed


Companies discussed: Amazon (AMZN), Apple (AAPL), Meta (META).


Host: Travis Hoium
Guests: Lou Whiteman, and Matt Frankel
Engineer: Kristi Waterworth


Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.


We’re committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode.


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2026-09-01 19 min
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