Morning Brew Daily is a daily talk show that covers the latest news on business, the economy, and everything else, with Neal Freyman and Toby Howell. It is witty, informative, and provides everything you need to start your day. Available on all podcasting platforms and YouTube.
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Will Jensen Stay As Nvidia’s CEO? & Italians Outraged Over KFC’s Push Into Ski Resorts
#973: The Jensen Huang scandal fallout continues, then Semafor’s Business and Finance editor and host of Compound Interest Liz Hoffman stops by to give her take on whether Jensen Huang and Nvidia is too big to fail. The College Football Playoffs will expand from 12 to 24 teams in an effort to increase revenue. Americans are switching over to non-seed oil snacks. Finally, the FAA is finally ditchin
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Admits Affair with Chinese Spy & Cybertruck Winds Down
#972: Nvidia’s CEO Jensen Huang admits to having an affair with a tech executive who is identified as a Chinese spy by US intelligence officials. Tesla winds down production of the Cybertruck. The latest jobs report shows AI’s takeover of white collar jobs isn’t as dire as many believed. The SS United States will be sunk and turned into the world’s largest artificial reef. Finally, what you need t
Stock Market Suffers Historic $2.5T Loss & How Steve Kornacki Won the Midterms
#971: Just kidding. Tech stocks suffer a historic rout to the tune of $2.5 trillion. The midterms set the stage for the new way voters stay informed: Steve Kornacki and influencers. AI agents have failed to catch on…mainly because of trust issues. The remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is trying to steal some of the thunder that is GTA VI. Finally, Liv Golf is no more.
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Stock Market Surges After Midterm Rout & Men Are Becoming "Pilates Princes"
#970: As the dust settles, it’s a recap of how the stock market is reacting to the Democratic sweep in the midterm elections. More European supermarkets were struck by mass cyberattacks raising widespread concerns of food security. CVS is splitting up with its pharmacy business. Neal shares numbers on men flocking to pilates, a Harley-Davidson boom, and how My Chemical Romance’s ‘The Black Parade’
Democrats Win Big in Historic Rebuke of AI & Dutch Cinema Hypnotizes Moviegoers
#969: The expected “Blue Wave” turned into a Blue tsunami as Democrats flipped Senate seats in Red states. AI data center stocks tumble following the Democrats big win in key data center hubs. Now, many are expecting a tech backlash following the midterm election results. Finally, US stock futures fell as final results came in but ticked back up as investors assess their outlook for AI. In other n
Will Prediction Markets Whiff on Midterms? & DC Votes on a Foie Gras Ban
#968: The economy is the top issue for voters heading into the midterm elections. AI data centers make their appearance in 10 states’ ballot measures. Prediction markets activity is expected to skyrocket and many are facing questions about their accuracy ahead of the November elections. In Washington DC, voters will decide if they want to ban foie gras. Next, a Toby’s Trends edition on state-admin
North Korea’s $6.3B Binance Hack Shakes Crypto & Couples Hire Etsy Witches for Perfect Wedding Weather
#967: AI enthusiasm wanes as a massive tech stock selloff sweeps Wall Street. The fallout of Binance’s crypto heist has many concerned about the lack of security in crypto. The Golden State Valkyries have won its first-ever franchise WNBA championship in just its second year of existence. Couples are hiring Etsy witches to conjure up good weather for their big day. Finally, what you need to know i
DoorDash Plans To Buy Instacart for $17B & Ahh!! Horror Bookstores Are Killing It
#966: DoorDash acquires Instacart for a whopping $17 billion, creating a food delivery giant. America’s GDP is like the Golden State Warriors with an impressive third quarter performance, growing at the fastest pace in a year. Weil Gotshal, a once heavyweight law firm, is shutting its doors. Horror bookstores are popping up everywhere and horror books are flying off the shelves like ghosts. Finall
Google’s AI Is Eating Its Own Search Biz & Halloween Candy Prices Are Scary
#965: Google’s AI business is hurting its own core product: its search business. The Federal Reserve votes to keep rates steady as elevated inflation continues to be a thorn in the side of central bankers. Game 6 of the WNBA Finals tips off in Atlanta…the only problem is that West Coast fans will either have to work from home or watch the game during their commute since game time is at 9AM. Then,
iPhone Duo is Already Cracking & Chinese Brands Drop Mbappé Over Meme Controversy
#964: Coca-Cola reports their earnings and it shows Coke Zero Sugar has risen to become a popular choice among soda drinkers. Soccer superstar Kylian Mbappé apologizes for referring Mao as a ‘dictator’ which led to Chinese brands ending their endorsement deals with him. Early buyers of Apple’s foldable iPhone are showing massive cracks of their screen. Cheerios and Ziploc are teaming up to make re
Anthropic Admits Existential Risks in IPO Filing & IG Goes After Youtube With 90-Min Horizontal Videos
#963: Anthropic files for potentially the biggest IPO in history all while admitting that AI could cause existential risk to humanity. Trump announces Audi will build a $4 billion US factory in Georgia. Instagram is testing out 90-minute horizontal videos in a move that competes with Youtube. ‘Maxxing’ is Dictionary.com’s 2026 word of the year. Finally, Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts for its l
AI Agents Are Infiltrating Bank Accounts & Genetically Enhanced War Dogs Startup Raises $200M
#962: Unauthorized AI agents are accessing bank accounts and the big banks are scrambling to mitigate the risks. A new startup that enlists genetically engineered war dogs raises $200 million. The Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders are unionizing after years of unfair pair. London’s most famous shopping street, Oxford Street, is barring cars from driving through it. Finally, what you need to know in the
iPhone Duo Is Here & Data Centers Are Causing a Gray Paint Sales Boom
#961: The iPhone Duo arrives in stores and the public can get their hands on it for $2,000. NYC’s horse carriage ban is raising many questions for the drivers who have to figure out how to maintain their livelihood. With all the data centers being built, the gray paint business is booming. Luxury stores in Paris are suffering due to the violent protests happening across France. Finally, why is nob
Cybersecurity’s Black Wednesday Puts 70% of Internet At Risk & ‘Glee’ Returns
#960: Government websites go dark as hackers exploit weaknesses. Meta strikes a deal to keep Zuckerberg in California. United CEO is caught in a firestorm after doubling down on his support of a national wealth tax. Then Neal shares his favorite numbers from the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, bougie neighborhoods, and the Brewers. Finally, Airbnb says guests don’t have to clean up after themselve
SpaceX and Tesla Consider Mega Merger? & People Are Making Their Smart TVs Dumb
#959: SpaceX reports soaring results as its AI business continues to be a growth driver. Netflix reports its slowest revenue growth in years as it overhauls its content programming along with its leadership team. Airliners and travel experts warn this could be the priciest holiday travel season in years due to rising fuel costs. Unilever offloads its Welly Bandage business while PepsiCo is struggl
Musk Pledges SpaceX Stock to Each US Child & “Hot” Haunt Sliders are Booming for Amusement Parks
#958: Elon Musk and Anthropic make some very public pledges to share their wealth for charitable causes. Global unrest continues to rip through Europe and the Middle East. Gen Z investors are retreating back from their risky stock moves before the midterm elections. Haunt sliders are becoming a big business for amusement parks.
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AI Skeptics Trigger Market Jitters & California Will Vote to Tax Billionaires
#957: Neal and Toby discuss the latest AI jitters that are impacting the stock market and how investors are reacting. Next up, California is proposing a tax on billionaires and “You Can See Everything” impresses at the box office. Then, UChicago rallies against a 68-year old Onion Futures and a finally look at the week ahead.
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Tesla’s New Roadster Can Fly & McKinsey is Sending AI Avatars to Interview Candidates
#956: Tesla showcases its new Roadster model that can drive on the wall, fly, and do backflips. What. Companies are increasingly using AI in their hiring process. Amazon unveils its new Bee AI wearable tech just in time for the holidays. California’s wine industry is facing an oversupply of grapes as people are pulling back from wine o’ clock. Finally, KFC ditches Pepsi for Coca-Cola across its re
Ukraine Accuses SpaceX of Limiting Starlink Access & Gen Z is Flocking to South Carolina
#955: US inflation rises more than expected in September. Ukraine says Starlink restrictions are hurting its military capabilities against Russia. Netflix lays off roughly 1,000 of its workers. Neal’s numbers on Gen Z flocking to South Carolina, shipping costing more than a spaceship, NASA’s Mars rover breaks a new record. Finally, NYC is putting an end to horse carriage rides in Central Park.&nbs
Apple Enters the Smart Home Market & Does OpenAI Have a Spy Problem?
#954: Apple unveils its newest foray into the smart home market with ‘HomeView,’ which looks like a giant Apple Watch. Bumble agrees to go private for $1.3B Character.ai files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. An OpenAI employee is arrested by the FBI for planting a recording device in a conference room. The Treasury Department imposes a hefty $1.2B fine against Bank of America. Finally, a French superma
Trump Strikes Controversial Oil Deal With Russia & Low Payroll MLB Teams Dominate Postseason
#953: Trump faces backlash after securing a deal with Russia for diesel fuel. Pepsi is feeling the hurt as the GLP-1 movement is causing shoppers to cut back on sodas and snacks. Two American economists win the Nobel Prize for their work on managing economic shocks. 3 out of the 4 remaining teams in the MLB are proving that low payroll teams can thrive in the postseason. Finally, what you need to
Bond Yields Are Rising. A Bond Nerd Explains Why It Matters
#952: Robin Wigglesworth is the editor of the Financial Times’ Alphaville blog and the author of A Fabulous Debt: The Epic Story of How Bonds Built the Modern World. He joins Toby to explain the history behind the bond market, some of the major players that modernized bonds, and why rising yields actually affects everyone.
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Could a Chipotle-Starbucks Merger Actually Work? & Hollywood Turns on Big Tech
#951: Rumblings of Starbucks’ takeover of Chipotle sends the burrito chain’s shares up. Aaron Sorkin’s ‘The Social Reckoning’ hits theaters, headlining Hollywood’s new crusade of showing the ugly side of Big Tech. Duke math majors can earn up to $300,000 as soon they graduate!? Something doesn’t add up. The Trump administration pauses H-1B visas which are crucial to tech firms, especially Microsof
McDonald's Sued for Alleged Price Fixing & LeBron's Polymarket Deal Is 4x His NBA Salary
#950: Winter is coming…and heating up your home may become more expensive, especially for those who use oil, according to a national study. McDonald’s is sued for allegedly using AI to individually price for their franchises. Jaguar unveils a sleek electric vehicle two years after their controversial rebrand. Then, it’s Neal’s Numbers on water bills that have risen over the past decade, Slovenia’s
Stock Market Hits Fresh Records as AI Goes Nuts & Protests Over Poor School Conditions Erupt in France
#949: Student protests swept France as labor unions and high schoolers demanded for improvement in faculty staffing, classroom sizes, and building conditions. The US stock market is nearing record highs as traders are betting corporate America can survive high energy prices and interest rates. Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco is getting backlash for taking over a SiriusXM channel that was a place for
Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery FINALLY Complete & Is Midcentury Modern Cringe?
#948: Skydance’s mega merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery is finally complete as it names its leadership team. The EV industry gets a lifeline as sales tick back up thanks to rising gas prices. Spain and Brazil are caught in tension-filled elections. Midcentury modern designs are so not cool anymore, apparently. Finally, Sam Altman thinks the bad stuff from AI is kinda inherent and we j
September Hiring Slows & Tom Cruise's 'Digger' Could Lose $150M
#947: September’s job report falls short of expectations but the labor market is still holding strong. Tom Cruise’s latest dark comedy in ‘Digger’ is on track to becoming a big swing and a miss at the box office. A little known hedge fund smashes rent records by leasing the top floors of a Manhattan skyscraper. A Boeing 737 MAX miraculously stays intact during the nosedive of the harrowing FlyDuba
Walmart Rolls Out Digital Price Tags & Does AI Feel Pain?
#946: Walmart is lighting up their price tags, quite literally, to make it easier for customers and workers to find items. Google sends its chips into orbit, which could be a big step in space data centers. Egg producer Cal-Maine reports a quarterly loss as it struggles with an oversupply of eggs. A man builds an ‘AI torture chamber’ that sparks an online debate on whether AI actually feels pain l
Meta Uses Data Centers to Avoid Billions in Taxes & Ken Griffin Makes Biggest College Donation in History
#945: Ken Griffin donates $3B to Carnegie Mellon University, the largest single gift ever to a US university, as he continues to invest into Miami. Meta uses AI data centers to claim billions in tax savings. Singapore launches a dating app meant for government workers. Neal shares numbers on AI healthcare costs, Six Flags’ X2 roller coaster, and Vail Resorts. Finally, former head coach Mike Tomlin
Oura Unexpectedly Delays IPO & Phoebe Bridgers Bans Phones From Her Shows
#944: Oura delays its IPO due to market uncertainty while Anthropic prepares for a potential blockbuster IPO. Trump launches an AI-powered website to streamline all federal services. The Senate just passed a monumental sports bill that changes athlete compensation. Phoebe Bridgers bans phones during her concerts and she’s not the only musician who’s doing it. Finally, OpenAI launches its own cute
SpaceX Starship Finally Reached Orbit & Why Dudes Are Becoming Cat Dads
#943: SpaceX finally gets its Starship rocket into orbit but has to cut the trip short. Trump announces a $15B steel plant in Iowa in an effort to boost domestic manufacturing. Bose is back with noise-canceling wired headphones thanks to the trend of retro-tech. The rise of ‘cat dads’ is today’s edition of Toby’s Trends. Finally, former Disney CEO Bob Chapek wants to have the last word in the Chap
US Economy Powers Through Rate Hikes & Did Man City Cheat?
#942: The US economy is powering through despite rate hikes and rising bond yields. Top AI companies are investigating tens of thousands of security incidents that may reveal a bigger problem than we thought. Premier League football club Man City is found guilty on almost all counts of financial breaching charges. Chinese EV makers are getting so good that they can charge up to 70% in less than 5
US and Tech Powerplayers Welcome China & Home Depot’s Impressive 45-Year ROI
#941: Neal and Toby discuss the State Dinner President Trump and the US threw for China, and the who’s who from the tech world who were there to welcome Xi Jinping. Then how Oracle is choosing to defend themselves against lengthy payments. Then investors are not impressed with AI agents that impact consumer inertia and Home Depot proves to be a long-term play. Finally the headlines you shoul
Meta Just Beat Apple at Its Own Game & McDonald’s Is Upgrading Restaurants
#940: Neal and Toby break down the Meta Connect event and why the tech world is buzzing about the company's new hardware. Then, what a 90-day ban US diesel exports could mean for the industry. And why is McDonald’s investing so much in upgrading their restaurants? Next up Neal shares his favorite numbers and all of the headlines you need to know to start your day.
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MIT Dethrones Princeton as America’s Top School & The Viral Debate Over Bringing Iced Coffee to Job Interviews
#939: Trump wants to rebrand AI as “super intelligence” on all US official documents. M.I.T. surpasses Princeton as the top college in the country. Peloton is launching new treadmill models as it leans into running vs. cycling. A debate is brewing over whether bringing an iced coffee to a job interview is unprofessional or not. Finally, Ella Langley’s hit song ‘Choosin’ Texas’ breaks the all-time
FAA Wants AI to Fix Flight Chaos & TV Networks Battle Trump’s Media Ban
#938: The FAA will start using AI-powered tools for air traffic control. Paramount settles with a group of states that opens the door for the Warner Bros. merger. Networks suspend pool coverage after the White House bans a group of networks. Private equity firms have been slowly taking over your favorite restaurants and young diners have had enough. Finally, AI stocks are rallying fueled by Meta’s
Hollywood’s Tech Founder Villain Era & Meta’s Muse Soars to Top of App Store
#937: A searing Elon Musk documentary nears US release as Hollywood is increasingly putting out critical portrayals of today’s tech founders. California lawmakers vote to increase transparency over influencers’ paid political ads. While regulators are scrambling to get a handle on AI, AI agents are taking over the internet. Football star Kylian Mbappé leaves Nike and signs a partnership with On, d
Would You Only Eat “Made in USA” Beef? & Being a Bridesmaid is Becoming Too Costly
#936: As the Trump administration tries to alleviate beef prices by importing foreign meat, they’re considering slapping ‘Made in USA’ labels on products. Cybersecurity stocks get a jolt amid fears of an AI slowdown. Transportation companies sound the alarm as diesel prices continue to rise due to the conflict in the Middle East. The cost of being a bridesmaid is becoming too much for some women t
Fed Raises Rates for the First Time in 3yrs & What Happened to Ed Sheeran’s Tour
#935: The Fed raises rates for the first time in 3 years to fight inflation. Household incomes have reached a new high and poverty hits a new low, even as Americans are feeling the affordability pinch. Apple’s latest major update, iOS 27, promises a new and improved Siri. Neal dives into the numbers of Atlantic hurricanes, 100-year-olds in Japan, and Tom Holland. Finally, how Ed Sheeran’s tour imp
Canada Wants to Link Up with the EU & America Reveals its Space Weapon
#934: Canadian PM Mark Carney seeks a special relationship with the EU as it shuns the US, according to reports. Despite numerous proposals, Congress can’t agree on any substantial AI regulation. The US military confirms they’ve launched weapons into space. An African billionaire opens up his refinery to the public, which could swell his wealth even more. Finally, the Congressional Budget Office e
EPA Lifts Emissions Limits on Power Plants & Hyrox Finds Itself in a Stinky Situation
#933: The EPA removes a rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions by power plants. AI stocks are feeling the effects of leaders uniting and calling for the slowdown of AI progress. Ten-year treasury yields hit 5% for the first time since 2023. Malls are making a comeback as their values have risen double-digits over the past year. Toby dives into the fitness craze known as Hyrox and
AI Leaders Agree to Slow Things Down & Tesla Makes a Surprising Comeback
#932: Anthropic’s Dario Amodei and OpenAI’s Sam Altman agree on the need to slow AI’s development. Drone attacks in the Middle East caused Saudi Arabia to shut down the East-West oil pipeline. Tesla reclaims supremacy in the EV market as it claws back a dominant market share. Americans love taking supplements, even if they don’t really need it. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.&nbs
Will AI Actually Kill Us All? & It’s True–Online Returns Are Getting Harder
#931: Anthropic researchers believe AI has a real chance of “killing all humans,” and the world is (deservedly) freaking out. Oil prices surge past $100 a barrel and it’s shaking the bond markets. Companies are trying to curtail fraudsters taking advantage of generous return policies so now they’re putting restrictions. Fall is upon us, which means wealthy travelers are taking vacations now to avo
Apple Reveals $2K Foldable iPhone & NFL Australia Game Decided by Sleep?
#930: Apple unveils its foldable iPhone for the hefty price of $1,999. Meta launches its own AI assistant that can interact with other apps and even make payments for you. The NFL is back and their aspiration to globalize the game is bigger than ever with the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams facing off in Melbourne, Australia. It’s Neal’s Numbers on a BofA study of online gambling, Summer’
Did OpenAI Cheat to Solve a 90-Year-Old Math Problem? & Teens’ Test Scores Are Plummeting
#929: OpenAI touts its model was able to solve a really hard math problem, but some are checking its work and raised some serious doubts. President Trump threatens to ban sales of Canadian jet maker Bombardier in the US, escalating the trade war. A new report found students using AI tested worse than those who didn’t use AI. Singapore’s prime minister just got a massive pay bump of $1 million.. Fi
Women Are Winning the Job Market & UN Overhauls the World Map
#928: Women and Americans without college degrees are powering the job market. Diesel prices hit a record high, raising supply costs. The UN votes to adopt a new map that accurately depicts the size of Africa. Location sharing goes both ways as teens are also checking in on their parents’ whereabouts. Finally, Wimbledon doesn't want influencers at matches.
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The Secret Behind Your NYT Games Addiction
#927: Neal and Toby chat with New York Times Head of Games Jonathan Knight to talk about the success of Wordle and how it became wildly successful. Also, an inside look into how The New York Times decides which games are worthy of being added to their slate. Then, they talk about the broader puzzle revolution that’s captured a healthy amount of loyal fans – in a time where everything is competing
Nvidia Buys Hugging Face for $12.9B & Pharma Companies are Bullish on Baldness
#926: Tesla teases the long-awaited Cybercab and is ready to share more details. Nvidia acquires AI startup Hugging Face in a massive deal valued at $13B. Drugmakers are now shifting to a new spot that promises much growth…baldness. Burning Man is underway but…is it still the free-spirited event it once was? Finally, the iconic feminist icon Gloria Steinem passes away at 92.
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NBA Hands Historic Punishment to LA Clippers & AI Food Slop is Disgusting Everyone
#925: The NBA drops the hammer down on the LA Clippers for circumventing the league’s salary-cap rules. The USS Abraham Lincoln makes a stop at a Thailand resort known for its history in sex tourism after a lengthy deployment. Customers are discovering restaurants are starting to rely on AI-generated images to promote their food…and it’s disturbing. Neal dives into the numbers of the new “working
Blue-Collar Workers Stick Up for Data Centers & Dyson’s $500 Toothbrush Flosses For You
#924: Some labor groups are standing up to the data center backlash, saying it could jeopardize thousands of jobs. Global bond selloff puts a squeeze on borrowers around the world. GoPro just got bought out after years of decline. Dyson launches a $500 toothbrush that squirts at you. Finally, would you buy a MrBeast book?
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The Tim Cook Era Officially Ends & Why MapQuest Soars to No. 1 App
#923: Tim Cook’s time as the head honcho at Apple has come to an official close. A look back on his career and what to expect from John Ternus. MapQuest refuses to rename Lake Ontario as “Lake America” and it somehow helps it shoot up to the top app in navigation. Syracuse University is facing an enrollment crisis and it's hurting their budget books. Toby talks about the trend of AI note takers th
OpenAI “Swarm” Hack Was Worse Than We Thought & US Gains Control of Venezuela’s Oil
#922: Trump announces deal that has the US take majority control of Venezuela’s oil reserves. OpenAI’s investigation into the Hugging Face hack attack reveals shocking discoveries of its AI agents. NASA launches a next generation telescope that could unlock the secrets of dark energy and dark matter. Brands are capitalizing on RushTok. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead
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Shein Limps to a $27B IPO & GTA 6 Extended Trailer Just Dropped
#921: The economic world prepares for Jackson Hole and all eyes are on Kevin Warsh to deliver a clearer message on the state of inflation in the US. Shein, once valued at $100B, is now aiming for a $27B valuation as it makes its stock market debut. A new drug can lengthen the life of those with pancreatic cancer. American Airlines and United are hoping direct flights to far flung places will attra
Meta Agrees to Historic $18B Settlement & NYC Has More Tech Workers Than SF
#920: Meta settles a major case that alleges its platforms can be addictively harmful for teens. Nvidia has become a banker to the AI boom. Bill Gates expresses his concerns about the pace of AI and society’s ability to govern it in an essay. NYC passes SF as the country’s biggest tech hub. Iceland has a ridiculously low murder rate. Japan’s Prime Minister defends her habit of working from home.&n
The NFL Has a CTE Problem & Dolly Parton Dies at 80
#919: A new study finds that 1 in 4 NFL players that have passed away within the last decade suffered from CTE. Stanley Druckenmiller, a hedge fund legend, slams Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on his latest move to calm bond markets, but…it was written by AI? Golf brands Good Good Golf and Callaway are in hot water after releasing an ad that features a woman being shoved to the ground in an atte
America Unleashes “Economic D-Day” on Iran & US Open Faces Backlash Over Ticket Prices
#918: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces sweeping economic sanctions on Iran, dubbed as “economic D-Day.” Blank Street raises $105M and plans for a West Coast expansion. Fans are complaining about the rising cost of tickets for the US Open. An app that sends messages as fast (or slow) as carrier pigeons is becoming an unexpected hit.
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Canada Says “We’re at War” Over Tariffs & IndyCar Race Rips Through Washington DC
#917: The US and Canada are spiraling towards another trade war as tariff negotiations break down. ChatGPT can now read and respond to your iMessages. The Trump administration hosts the IndyCar race in Washington DC for his birthday. The world’s busiest airport is no longer in the Middle East, but now in Seoul, South Korea. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.
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Scott Bessent Fails to Calm Bond Market & This Chinese Movie is So Bad, It’s Good
#916: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tries to intervene to ease the bond market…except it doesn’t work. Walmart posts its slowest gains in years as Americans watch their budgets. A Chinese animated film is so bad, it’s so good. Nike shares hit their lowest in 12 years. The FDA calls for a blueberry recall over deadly E. coli fears. Finally, the Army uses GTA 6 to reenlist soldiers.
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Did Moderna Just Cure Cancer? & Freight Trains Have a $200M Theft Problem
#915: Moderna shares soar after a breakthrough trial of an mRNA cancer vaccine. Amazon plans to expand its drone delivery service to 500 US cities. The meal-kit delivery company Blue Apron is in shambles after a key supplier goes out of business. It’s Neal's Numbers on thieves stealing $200m worth of goods from trains, millennials are actually feeling good about their future, and why answering job
Disney Goes to War Against the FCC & People Can “Rent Now, Pay Later”
#914: Disney is fighting back against the FCC for challenging its broadcasting licenses during the Jimmy Kimmel drama. Bond yields jump as sticky inflation and Iran War uncertainty unsettles investors. A Chinese company unveils a robot that can run faster than Usain Bolt. ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ companies are now letting users spread their rent payments out. Finally, American Airlines is adding seat-
Meta’s $1.4T Trial Over Child Safety Begins & Is AI Buying and Destroying Used Books?
#913: Meta heads to a landmark trial that will determine if it’s responsible for kids’ social media addiction. Secondhand books are being bought in bulk and shipped to far-flung places…leaving many to believe AI is doing all the shopping. Reddit shares jump as it prepares to join the S&P 500. There’s a cohort of Gen Z entrepreneurs who are turning to vape vending machines to secure their financial
Americans Are Suiting Up Again & Ferrari’s Mocked First EV is Selling Fast
#912: Suits are making a comeback as more Americans are returning to the office…in style! AI riches are pushing policymakers to create wealth sharing proposals for the communities housing data centers. Ferrari’s Jony Ive-designed EVs were mocked but turns out, everyone actually wants them. Fancy interior designs for dorms are popping up all over TikTok, but is that really the reality? Finally, wha
Is Sports Betting the New American Investment Plan? & Candy Crush Keeps Crushing It
#911: Billions of tariff refunds are coming back to large companies. Gen Z believes sports betting is the key to a better financial future. Candy Crush has been crushing it for 15 years. McDonald’s knows how many times you ordered a Double Quarter Pounder w/ Cheese – and when you'll order it again. Anthropic sets its eyes on a massive $2 trillion IPO.
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Bob Iger, Josh Kushner Buys LA Lakers for $12.5B & The FAA is Run by Gamers
#910: The Los Angeles Lakers are sold for $12 billion to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. July’s inflation report comes in just as expected. Roku has a 24/7 AI slop channel. Private equity is stuck with over 33,000 unsold businesses. Americans are traveling more than ever and they love traveling to Europe. The FAA nears a hiring goal thanks to a focus towards recruiting gamers. Finally, Count Binface ca
Bumble Allows Men to Message First & UMich Drops Letter Grades for Freshmen
#909: A total solar eclipse drives a boom in hotel bookings in far-flung places in Europe. Bumble reverses a feature that made it unique: men can now message first. Anthropic will now watermark its AI-generated content to comply with European regulators. The University of Michigan drops its first-semester grades for freshmen to help them get situated with college life. Finally, NYC mayor Mamdani w
Americans Push Back on Mass Surveillance & Dallas Is the New Wall Street?
#908: Flock cameras are a useful tool for law enforcement but there’s growing backlash of a mass surveillance state. Lake Mead plummets to historic low levels. Mark Zuckerberg releases his own manifesto on the future of AI. Toby looks into the trend to Texas’ own Wall Street – better yet, Y’all Street. Finally, Nvidia and Wall Street firms ink a deal to raise $500 billion in financing for the chip
US Loses 23k Jobs in Surprising(ly bad) Employment Report & John Oliver Takes on Buc-ee's
#907: The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 23,000 jobs in July – a sharp miss from economists' expectation of an 83,000-job gain. Plus, more than 5,000 investors are still copying Leopold Aschenbrenner's trades, despite his hedge fund's meltdown. Burger King overtakes Wendy's as the nation's second-largest burger chain. Finally, buc-ee’s dodges John Oliver to sue another small business.
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BofA Spends Big on GLP-1s & AI Invents a Virus Not Found in Nature For First Time
#906: Bank of America is spending $250M a year on GLP-1 weight loss drugs for its employees. SpaceX's first post-IPO lockup expired Thursday after releasing 912 million restricted shares into the public market. A group of 20 undergraduate students at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business manages a $12 million private real estate investment fund, and AI creates its first synthetic virus.&n
Saudi Arabia Takes Over EA & Scientists Create The First Allergy-Proof Dog
#905: EA misses quarterly bookings estimates ahead of Saudi-backed buyout. Disney agrees to let TikTokers use its characters in videos, and gene-edited puppies will melt your heart... but won’t give you allergies. Helicopter parenting is extending into the workplace, with employers reporting that more parents are helping manage their adult children's careers. Hollywood’s entering its AI era & for
SpaceX’s AI Spending Rattles Investors & Influencers Blasted for Attending OpenAI’s Summer Camp
#904: SpaceX reports its first-ever earnings and logs a revenue boost but even bigger capex spending, leaving investors worried. An influencer summer camp hosted by OpenAI is met with furious backlash in the comment section. Severe drought in major European rivers are pushing officials to take drastic measures…like blowing stuff up. Americans are returning to cow’s milk. Finally, BMW owners aren’t
US-Japan Team Up to Save the Yen & The Hugo Spritz, the New Drink of the Summer?
#903: The US and Japan work together to save the declining yen. Rumors of an AstraZeneca-Bristol Myers merger has analysts scratching their heads. People are making wildfire bets on prediction markets because…of course. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the newest Summer drink that’s popping up in bars everywhere: the Hugo Spritz. Finally, Palantir posts impressive earnings.
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Sam Altman Roasted for “ChatGPT Parenting” & Spider-Man Scores 2nd Best Opening Ever
#902: Sam Altman gets roasted on the internet for making a case to use ChatGPT for parenting. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” opens with a whopping $355 million for its premier weekend. Oil companies report record profits fueled by wartime crude prices. Google rolls back an AI feature on Earth after some misinformation risks. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead.
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25-Year Old AI Hedge Fund Prodigy Wiped Out & Jersey Mike’s Goes Public
#901: The US economy grew more slowly in Q2 as the Iran war weighed on prices and supply chains. AI investor Leopold Aschenbrenner seeks new funding after massive losses. Jersey Mike’s raises $1 billion in its IPO. Tim Cook reports his last earnings call. Amazon’s cloud business stays strong. Trump unveils renovations to Dulles airport. Finally, LinkedIn wants you to snuff out AI slop.
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Investors Question Kevin Warsh’s Credibility & People Are Talking Less?
#900: A divided Fed holds interest rates but three members wanted to hike it up. Meta shares dip after reporting an earnings miss as it keeps spending money on data centers. Microsoft beat expectations thanks to its partnership with Anthropic. Then, Neal shares numbers on the busiest commercial flight day on record, weed being more common than cigarettes, and why nobody is talking to each other an
FIFA Draws Backlash for “Selling Soul of Football” & Apple Wants You to Lease Your iPhone
#899: FIFA president Gianni Infantino plans to sell stake in the World Cup and its governing body hates it. Apple wants you to upgrade your iPhone with the option to lease. JPMorgan and Ohio State ink a record sports deal that shows the professionalization of college sports. Europe’s richest man, LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault publicly disputes any rumors of family in-fighting. Finally, Odyssey translat
Major American Cities Are Losing Kids & Ford Wants You to Customize Your Car
#898: American big cities have fewer and fewer children living in them. A Chinese chip maker makes a big splash in its market debut, shaking up the semiconductor industry. Ford is hoping the aftermarket industry for their cars becomes a growth opportunity. Toby examines the trend of microinfluencers. Finally, Cracker Barrel is axing its CEO.
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Peptides Win Support from FDA Committee & Philly Gets LeBron on a Bargain
#897: A panel of doctors, experts, and pharmacists recommends the FDA to open up access to peptides in. Tech giants debate whether AI should be open vs. closed source. The Cockroach Party in India shows how social media can affect real change in a country. Lebron is going to Philly. Finally, what you need to know in the upcoming week ahead.
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Trump Charges Instant Access to Truth Posts & AMC Says Movies Are So Back
#896: Oil prices cross the $100/barrel mark for the first time since May as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies. Trump Media plans to sell ‘real-time’ access to the President’s Truth posts. AMC shares soar after a string of box office hits, signaling the movie theater might be back and better than ever. The cyclospora outbreak is dragging down visits to many fast food chains.
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OpenAI’s Rogue Model Hacks Another Company & The US is Losing its Lead in Farming
#895: OpenAI admits an AI agent escaped a testing environment and hacked into another company. Alphabet reports it plans to raise spending on capex to speed its AI building. Tesla falls short on its profit expectations as costs rise. Neal shares his favorite numbers on the fall of US farming, therapists could be a reason for estranged family relationships, and the heatwave sweeping across Japan. F
Miami is Now Pricier Than NYC & The Massive Train That’s Making Adults Cry
#894: Miami is now more expensive than New York City. Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly are battling it out over weight-loss ads. A new flip phone is coming and it’s designed to minimize distractions by eliminating touchscreens and social media. The Big Boy train, the largest operating steam locomotive, is making its way across America to celebrate America 250. Finally, Substack is using AI to detect AI
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