Episodes
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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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Tyson Pulls Back From the Beleaguered Beef Business
Tariffs on drones are being used by the U.S. to protect domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on China.
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Trouble Scoring a Restaurant Reservation? Blame the Apps.
U.S. military deployments remain strategic, with ongoing scrutiny over prolonged carrier deployments and conditions.
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How North Koreans Are Infiltrating American Businesses
North Korean operatives are infiltrating US companies using fake identities, funneling money to their regime, and have engaged in hacking efforts.
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The Lakers Just Became the Most Highly Valued Sports Team Ever. Again.
The sale of the Lakers for $12.5 billion is a record-breaking event, reflecting the high valuation and demand for iconic sports teams.
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Did Wisconsin Democrats Just Halt a Left-Wing Surge?
Prediction markets in NYC are under investigation for misleading practices and targeting minors, with regulators expanding their scrutiny.
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A Secret Military Jet and a Catering Truck: How Trump Evaded an Iranian Threat
AI can generate measurable business results when integrated thoughtfully, as demonstrated by IBM's HR assistance system.
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American Tourists Are Everywhere
AI companies like Anthropic are preparing for major IPOs while trying to allay investor fears over market competition and public backlash.
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New Rules Are Coming for Food Companies’ Ingredients
The FDA is moving toward stricter regulation of food ingredients, including requiring companies to notify the FDA about new substances, aiming to improve food safety and transparency.
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U.S. Sanctions Aren’t Touching Russia’s Hottest Startup
Iran is increasing its demands in negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, complicating efforts and regional stability.
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The AI Therapist: When People Turn to Chatbots for Mental Health
AI chatbots are increasingly being used as mental health supports to augment, not replace, traditional therapy.
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What’s News in Markets: Dow Hits 54,000, Chip Stocks Waver, SpaceX Rebounds
The stock market experienced a positive week, driven by easing inflation concerns and strong earnings across multiple sectors.
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U.S. Shed Jobs in July, Lowering Expectations of a Fed Rate Hike
The U.S. labor market experienced an unexpected decline in July, hinting at a possible slowdown in economic growth.
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A Landmark Child Safety Verdict Against Meta Just Got More Expensive
U.S. intelligence now assesses a higher risk of Russia attempting to provoke NATO, especially as U.S. munitions stockpiles remain low.
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Why AI Models Keep Hacking Other Companies
AI models' capabilities are advancing rapidly, raising safety and security concerns that the industry needs to address more proactively.
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Why Trump Keeps Calling Kevin Warsh
President Trump maintains a more active and ongoing engagement with Fed Chair nominee Kevin Warsh than traditionally seen, raising questions about independence in monetary policy.
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The Live-Shopping App That’s Got Some Users in Over Their Heads
The recent Michigan Democratic primary underscores ongoing factional tensions within the Democratic Party, especially in swing states.
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What’s News in Earnings: The Restaurant Watchword Is Affordability
Affordability remains the key strategy for restaurant chains facing cautious consumer spending, with promotions and value deals leading the way.
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SpaceX Starts Spending Like a Hyperscaler
Political dynamics in Michigan's primary may influence the future of the Democratic Party and its presidential candidate selection.
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