Undersea cable cuts in the Red Sea disrupted Microsoft Azure services, causing slowdowns for users in Asia and Europe. Microsoft rerouted network traffic to minimize impact, and services are now restored. The incident highlights the vulnerability of global internet infrastructure and the challenges of maintaining connectivity amid geopolitical instability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill just flipped the US energy landscape! Discover how this new law prioritizes American energy dominance, favoring oil and gas while reshaping clean energy incentives. Is this a win for US shale or a setback for the green revolution? Learn how supply chains are being restructured, project timelines are shrinking, and the global clean energy market is about to be disrupted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cathie Wood's ARK Invest just made a massive $23.5 million bet on crypto, scooping up shares of BitMine and Bullish while trimming positions in tech stocks like Roku and DraftKings. Find out which ARK ETFs led the buying spree, why BitMine's stock dipped despite the investment, and how Bullish reacted to this major vote of confidence in the crypto exchange. Is this a sign of where ARK sees the future of finance? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Weak jobs report spells recession? Bitcoin's baffling reaction! Despite expectations of Fed rate cuts, Bitcoin struggles to rally, sparking volatility fears. Will inflation data and Treasury yield shifts trigger a deeper crypto sell-off? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OPEC Plus shocks the oil market! Bucking oversupply warnings, Saudi Arabia and Russia greenlight a production boost, signaling a shift towards market share dominance over high prices. Will this appease the White House and pressure Russia, or will it unravel OPEC's spare capacity and destabilize the market? Get ready for a wild ride as the oil landscape dramatically reshapes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is the Fed making the same mistake again? Allianz's Mohamed El-Erian slams the Federal Reserve for being behind the curve as the job market falters, following a dismal August jobs report. With Trump also attacking the Fed and tariffs adding to the economic strain, will an expected rate cut be enough, or is the economy headed for a sharp decline? Experts warn that the Fed's missteps, combined with policy uncertainty, could trigger a recession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wall Street's crypto embrace could be a privacy win for everyone! Etherealize's Danny Ryan argues that big finance's need for confidential transactions will drive development of crucial privacy tools like zero-knowledge proofs, making blockchains safer for all users. Is this the Trojan horse crypto needs, even as governments crack down on privacy services? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bitcoin's digital gold status and institutional adoption dominated crypto chatter this week, while Ether maintained its influence as a launchpad for new projects. Dogecoin surged on ETF news and mining expansion, and Tether sparked debate by boosting its gold holdings. MultiversX faced concerns over token supply, but development continues on key apps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Amazon selling isn't the goldmine it used to be! Discover how today's seven-figure sellers are crushing it by patenting unique products, dominating niche markets, and solving real customer problems. Learn why simply listing items won't cut it in 2025 and how strategic product selection, total addressable market analysis, and repeat customer focus are now essential for Amazon success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is stagflation back? Wall Street is on high alert as new data reveals a troubling combination: slowing job growth, rising unemployment claims, and persistent inflation in both manufacturing and services. With the Fed's usual tools tied, could this dreaded economic scenario become a reality? Tune in to understand the warning signs and what they mean for your investments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Crypto Goes Global: India and the US Dominate Adoption as Asia-Pacific Leads Growth! A new report reveals the countries and regions leading the crypto revolution, driven by everything from retail enthusiasm to institutional investment. Discover which nations are seeing the biggest surges in crypto use, the growing role of stablecoins, and how Bitcoin remains the key on-ramp for traditional finance. Plus, the report highlights the unique risks faced by lower-income countries as crypto adoption spreads worldwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are U.S. Treasury bonds losing their safe-haven status? This episode explores the eroding convenience yield of Treasurys, once considered the gold standard for safety and liquidity. Experts are questioning their appeal as government debt soars, potentially costing taxpayers billions in extra interest. Will investors seek alternatives in the next crisis, and how will this influence the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is blockchain the future of finance for everyone? From Wall Street giants like BlackRock to unbanked populations worldwide, this episode explores how blockchain is revolutionizing financial systems. Discover how it slashes transaction costs, speeds up international payments, and provides a lifeline in countries facing economic instability, plus, what it will take for blockchain to reach its full potential and bridge the financial gap for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
StablecoinX just secured $530M, bringing their war chest to $890M for a Nasdaq debut and merger with TLGY Acquisition Corp! Their game plan? Build a massive ENA token treasury for Ethena's stablecoin protocol, backed by financial heavyweights like Brevan Howard and Dragonfly. Ethena Foundation is fueling the fire with a $310M buyback program, while ArkStream Capital doubles down with a $10M investment in Ethena Labs. Get ready for the first publicly-backed stablecoin treasury company to shake up the crypto world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S&P 500 Stumbles into September: Is a Crash Coming or New Highs Ahead? The S&P 500 faces September headwinds, clinging to key support levels with mixed signals flashing. Nvidia shows weakness, triggering sell signals, while gold surges with bullish indicators. Is this a temporary dip or the start of a major correction? Find out what strategies traders are using to navigate this uncertain market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tesla investor Jay Butera is calling for the company to stay out of politics, submitting a shareholder proposal demanding political neutrality from Tesla leaders. But with sales slowing, especially in blue states, can Tesla afford to alienate any customers, or is the board right to push back, citing free speech concerns and the impossibility of policing political opinions? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
OPEC Plus is set to nudge oil production upwards again, but why the cautious approach? With summer driving season over and global demand softening, the oil giant is weighing a modest increase for October, despite earlier pressure to pump more. Will this be enough to cool prices, or will sanctions and tight supplies keep the market sizzling? Find out how OPEC Plus plans to navigate the shifting sands of the oil market in their upcoming meeting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Google slapped with a $3.5 billion antitrust fine in Europe! Regulators say the tech giant unfairly favored its own ad services, stifling competition. Google plans to appeal, but the EU is threatening even stricter measures if Google doesn't fix its self-preferencing practices. Meanwhile, back in the US, Google dodged a bullet in a separate antitrust case, securing a partial legal win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lost Welles film to be resurrected? AI to reconstruct The Magnificent Ambersons! Forty-three minutes of missing footage from Orson Welles' masterpiece may be brought back to life using deepfake tech and archival materials. Discover how this non-profit project aims to fulfill Welles' original vision and explore the future of AI in filmmaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dogecoin's wild ride! A massive $200M treasury and ETF buzz ignite a trading frenzy, sending prices soaring then plunging. Can Dogecoin smash through the critical 22-cent barrier, or will it crash back to 21 cents? Get the inside scoop on the high-stakes battle for Dogecoin's future! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.