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‘Silicon Valley’ takes a jab at Facebook during season 5 premiere


‘Silicon Valley’ takes a jab at Facebook during season 5 premiere



In the premiere episode of season 5 of HBO's Silicon Valley, a clever Easter egg can be found in the opening credits, taking a jab at Facebook, and the controversies the company has been facing of late.

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