Episodes
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Flock Cameras Are Spreading Across America. So Is the Backlash.
Canada is imposing retaliatory tariffs against the U.S., targeting key election regions, signaling ongoing trade tensions and political strategizing.
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For You This Banana Costs $1, For Her It's $1.50
The US Supreme Court has permitted new restrictions on mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections, raising concerns about voter disenfranchisement.
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New U.S. Sanctions Aim to Isolate Iran
The U.S. is intensifying its economic and trade pressure on Iran and Canada, aiming to reshape international relations and trade policies.
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Nvidia Takes Aim at Frontier AI Developers
Trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada are escalating into a potential trade war, driven by tariff disputes and sovereignty issues.
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The Wild West of AI Therapy Laws
AI mental health chatbots are rapidly growing but face significant legal restrictions at the state level, often limiting their use and branding.
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What’s News in Markets: Chip Stocks Clobbered, Retail Rotation, Moderna Makes History
Rising bond yields are impacting the stock market, especially sectors with heavy borrowing needs like AI infrastructure.
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State Lawmakers Try to Crack Down on ‘Ghost Jobs’
President Trump’s efforts to lower beef prices through increased imports face resistance from cattle industry groups concerned about herd rebuilding.
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What's Next for Bonds?
The recent bond sell-off is driven by multiple factors including high government deficits, increased borrowing related to AI investments, inflationary pressures, and shifting foreign demand, which could pose risks to economic stability.
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Colleges Try to Head Off a Coming Enrollment Crisis
Healthcare costs in the U.S. are rising sharply, impacting both employers and employees.
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What’s News in Earnings: Weak Housing Market Weighs on Home Depot and Lowe’s
The stagnant housing market is constraining growth for home improvement stores, leading them to focus on smaller, urgent sales and professional projects.
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Can Trump Deliver His Promised ‘Economic D-Day’ Against Iran?
Geopolitical tensions and sanctions significantly impact global markets, especially in oil and trade.
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A New Milestone for U.S. Debt: $40 Trillion
The U.S. national debt has exceeded $40 trillion, raising questions about long-term fiscal sustainability.
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China Braves the Ice to Unlock New Arctic Trade Route
President Trump paused new tariffs on Canadian goods, highlighting ongoing trade negotiations and tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
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Worldwide Bond Selloff Accelerates
The FCC's efforts to revoke ABC's broadcast licenses are legally contested and have operational repercussions for Disney.
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Meta Is Back on Trial in California
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Big Tech's AI Bill Is $3 Trillion Bigger Than It Looks
Big tech companies have commitments to AI infrastructure worth around $3 trillion that are not reflected on their balance sheets due to accounting practices.
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Drones From the Ukraine War Are Spilling Into Europe
NATO is experiencing an increase in drone incursions from Russia, with some possibly deliberate, as tensions rise over the Ukraine conflict.
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Are Mental-Health Chatbots Safe?
AI chatbots for mental health are advancing but still carry significant safety concerns, particularly regarding unmoderated long-term interactions.
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What’s News in Markets: Inflation Cools, Oil Refiners Push Stocks Up, Reddit Joins S&P 500
Inflation is cooling, but consumer sentiment and retail spending suggest a cautious outlook.
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Investors Are Holding $3 Trillion in Cash. Money Managers Aren’t Happy.
Investors are holding over $3 trillion in cash, which reflects a shift driven by higher interest rates and a desire for safe, liquid assets.
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