BlackBerry CEO John Chen Cheers Lyft and Uber IPOs

The transcript discusses the current business sentiment and fears of recession in the US and Canada. Despite these concerns, the security sector remains resilient due to the essential nature of cybersecurity. The conversation also highlights the potential positive impact of successful IPOs by companies like Lyft and Uber on the autonomous car industry, which benefits software providers like BlackBerry.

What is the speaker's perspective on the current business sentiment regarding a potential recession?

• They think the fears are exaggerated.

• They believe the recession is already happening.

• They acknowledge fears of a recession but have not been affected.

• They are optimistic about the economy.

Why has the speaker's business not been negatively impacted by economic concerns?

• They have increased their prices.

• They have diversified their investments.

• They have reduced their workforce.

• They operate in a sector that is considered essential.

How does the speaker view the role of cybersecurity and privacy for companies?

• As temporary trends.

• As critical and essential services.

• As minor concerns.

• As optional services.

What impact do successful IPOs like Lyft's have on the speaker's business?

• They decrease the demand for their services.

• They lead to increased competition.

• They have no impact.

• They increase the demand for their software.

What is the speaker's hope regarding the future of autonomous and connected cars?

• That they will not affect their business.

• That they will be banned.

• That they will lead to more software royalties.

• That they will become less popular.