Apple says NO STEAM LINK FOR YOU!

Apple's TechLinked episode covers a flurry of privacy policy updates sparked by the European Union's GDPR taking effect, including broader industry reactions and memes about the new rules. The host explains that GDPR requires explicit user consent for data collection and grants users the right to access the data a company holds on them, with potential fines reaching into the tens of millions for noncompliance. The segment then pivots to Valve's Steam Link app, which initially passed approval but was later rejected by Apple for what the company described as business conflicts with App Store guidelines, prompting discussion about the app ecosystem and revenue-share implications. The video also touches on Elon Musk's idea to create a Pravda-like site to rate media credibility, noting Musk's past statements and the controversy around founder versus leadership roles at Tesla. Throughout, the hosts sprinkle quick bits on topics like a privacy breach via Alexa, Battlefield V controversy, and Apple’s car ambitions with Volkswagen, while paying homage to the late gamer-journalist TotalBiscuit. The closing portions encourage viewer engagement, subbing for more tech news coverage, and reflect on the broader media landscape and consumer technology developments of the week.

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