Google and YouTube, Goobe, GooTube, and other not so friendly names
Well, as we all know, Google pulled out the equity checkbook and bought YouTube. There are many naysayers amongst the wise gurus (primarily due to copyright risks engaged via YouTube’s business model), but I did notice that Google and YouTube has leveraged their clout to negotiate deals with major content owners to preempt at least some level of the risk. Who knows where this will come out? Additionally, will YouTube be more than a passing fad? Will quality still rule? Only time will tell. If you’ve read my blog previously, you’ll know what my predication would be….