Alibaba to Ramp Up AI Spend, Kimmel Returns to Late Night
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow look at Alibaba’s plans to ramp up AI spending past $50 billion, which sent its shares to a four-year high. Plus, OpenAI expands its Stargate data center plan with five new sites in the US. And late-night host Jimmy Kimmel is back on air with a conciliatory tone about his controversial comments and jokes about President Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Sep 42min
Nvidia, OpenAI Make $100 Billion Data Center Deal
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde unpacks Nvidia's $100 billion investment in OpenAI for data centers, while a report from Bain raises concerns on the future of the AI industry. Plus Snowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy discusses the company’s new initiative for a unified data standard. And the prospect of a TikTok deal lingers as US President Trump chastises China’s Russia relationship during his address to the UN general assembly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Sep 36min
Oracle to Recreate TikTok’s Algorithm in the US
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow discuss plans for Oracle to recreate and manage a copy of TikTok’s algorithm for US users. Plus, CEO changes abound, with Oracle promoting Clay Magouyrk and Mike Sicilia to co-CEOs, and T-Mobile elevating chief operating officer Srini Gopalan to the top role replacing Mike Sievert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Sep 42min
Introducing IVF Disrupted: The Kindybody Story
Kindbody was once one of the fastest-growing fertility chains in the US. The venture-backed company cultivated a modern and millennial-friendly aesthetic that helped it attract more than $300 million in investments, including backing from celebrity investors like Gwyneth Paltrow and Chelsea Clinton. But Kindbody has been riddled with clinical problems, with embryos being mislabeled, lost or accidentally destroyed, and has spiraled into crisis. As more people seek fertility treatment than ever, the startup's story illustrates the dangers of moving fast in a largely unregulated industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Sep 1min
TikTok Deal Nearer Finish Line After Trump, Xi Call
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow discuss headlines coming out of a call between US President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping about a framework agreement for TikTok's US operations. Plus, Apple rolls out its new iPhone 17 models in stores with long lines and reports of scratches. And FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez talks about the suspension of the Jimmy Kimmel show and threats from the Trump administration to pull some broadcast licenses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Sep 43min
US Government’s Intel Stake Worth $14B After Nvidia Deal
Intel's stock soared after Nvidia said it will invest $5 billion and co-develop chips for PCs and data centers. Plus, Disney takes Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air indefinitely amid a backlash to remarks the late-night host made about the killing of Republican activist Charlie Kirk; and Meta's Chief Product Officer Chris Cox talks about the company's new smart glasses and AI push.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Sep 43min
China Tells Companies to Stop Buying Nvidia Chips
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow discuss reports that China's internet watchdog has told Alibaba, ByteDance and others to terminate orders for an Nvidia AI chip. Plus, Microsoft, OpenAI and other US tech giants announce plans to spend tens of billions on AI infrastructure in the UK, as President Trump conducts a state visit. And StubHub CEO Eric Baker joins the show as shares of the ticket reseller begin trading publicly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Sep 43min
US Regulators Investigate Tesla Door Handles
Bloomberg’s Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow discuss a probe by US auto safety regulators into issues with some Tesla vehicles’ door handles that can result in people being trapped inside, following a Bloomberg report. Plus, Google plans to invest nearly $7 billion over two years in the UK to build out the country’s AI economy. And the ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott explains why the company is expanding in south Florida with a new AI institute.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Sep 43min
