13 Most EVIL Tech Fails
Mrwhosetheboss・2 minutes read
Nokia, Netflix, EA, John Deere, Boeing, Bitconnect, Apple, Amazon, WeWork, MIT, Reddit, Volkswagen, and FTX all faced scandals or controversies resulting in financial losses, legal action, public backlash, and tarnished reputations. These incidents highlighted issues like false advertising, unethical practices, environmental pollution, financial mismanagement, and data monetization, leading to a loss of consumer trust and regulatory scrutiny.
Insights
- The use of deceptive advertising tactics by companies like Nokia and Raw can lead to severe backlash, damaging their reputation and credibility among consumers.
- Companies like EA, John Deere, and Volkswagen faced significant consequences for prioritizing profits over consumer trust and safety, resulting in legal actions, financial losses, and tarnished reputations.
Get key ideas from YouTube videos. It’s free
Recent questions
What controversy surrounded Nokia's Lumia 920 ad?
The Lumia 920 ad was filmed with a different camera, leading to backlash and a public apology.
What caused Netflix to face a significant loss of subscribers?
Netflix's decision to split streaming and DVD services led to a 60% price hike, causing 800,000 users to cancel subscriptions.
Why did gaming companies like EA and Ubisoft receive backlash?
EA and Ubisoft faced backlash for implementing NFTs in games, resulting in financial losses and negative feedback.
What controversy surrounded EA's Star Wars Battlefront 2?
Star Wars Battlefront 2 faced criticism for pay-to-win loot boxes, leading to legal action and reputational damage.
What led to the exposure and suspension of the game "Raw"?
The game "Raw" was exposed for using stock assets in a fake gameplay trailer, leading to Kickstarter suspension.
Related videos
if else statement
TOP 10 computer bugs in software history
Joma Tech
Let's talk about Tech Layoffs | tech news
Bloomberg Originals
How China Lost Patience with Its Loudest Billionaire
Real Vision
Exposing Jack Ma, Big Pharma, and Chinese Fraud (w/ Carson Block)
FRONTLINE PBS | Official
Boeing's Troubled 737 Max Plane | “Boeing’s Fatal Flaw" Update (full documentary) | FRONTLINE