Did DeepSeek Steal From OpenAI? & The Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady

Episode 549: Neal and Toby discuss the nearing of CoreWeave’s IPO which has some investors excited about the warming of the IPO market, and some nervous about the downsizing of its offering. Then, OpenAI launches a new image generator for ChatGPT that has everybody commenting on how scarily good it is. Also, Trump’s 25% auto tariffs have hurt many car brands…except Tesla – make it the Stock of the Week, while everybody else is the Dog of the Week. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase doesn’t just crunch numbers at banks…it can also crunch random numbers with QUANTUM. Let’s go weekend!  00:00 - Kermit the Frog at Maryland 3:40 - Coreweave’s IPO 7:45 - ChatGPT’s image generator goes hard 12:30 - Stock of the Week: Tesla 15:30 - Dog of the Week: Everybody else 18:30 - Quantum’s first 22:00 - Sprint Finish! Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Mars 29min

Episode 548: Neal and Toby discuss Trump’s latest tariff order, this time a 25% tax on all auto imports. Then, Dollar Tree was sold to private equity firms for $1 billion after years of struggling. Also, Wall Street bonuses are heftier than ever, reaching a new record $47.5 billion. Yowza.Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers from The Atlantic’s bombshell leaked war plans report, March Madness, and the hottest new show on Netflix. Finally, the MLB season kicks off with some exciting headlines. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - 'The Office' Celebrates 20 Years 02:45 - 25% Car Tariffs  08:00 - Family Dollar Sold for $1 Billion 10:45 - Wall Street Bonuses  14:30 - Neal’s Numbers  23:45 - MLB Opening Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Mars 29min

Episode 547: Neal and Toby chat about the Napster revival and why it’s being brought into the Metaverse. Then, everyday Canadians are getting fed up with the trade war that they’re deciding to spend their travel money elsewhere. Also, a Trump-backed crypto venture just launched a stablecoin, plunging deeper into crypto. Meanwhile, a group of civil engineers just gave America a report card for its infrastructure…and we’re a C average student.  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Most important business story in the 21st century? 3:00 - Napster back? 7:30 - Canadians snub US travel 11:00 - Trump launches a stablecoin 16:30 - US infrastructure barely passes 21:00 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Mars 28min

Episode 546: Neal and Toby recap the downfall of genetics company 23andMe, who was once one of the hottest startups, ultimately filing for bankruptcy. But a big question looms: what happens to all that data? Then, shoppers are getting so desperate to buy cheaper eggs that they’re traveling all the way to Mexico and trying to smuggle them into the US. Meanwhile, Sesame Street is facing a number of financial challenges that are threatening to end the once-beloved children’s education program. Also, Toby examines the trend of a fitness influencer’s viral morning routine that’s led to a stock bump for a water company.  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Mars 28min

Episode 545: Neal and Toby dive into the latest trend of #RecessionIndicator and whether the US is actually in a recession or not. Then, Apple TV+ is reportedly losing at least $1 billion a year. Also, boxing legend and entrepreneur George Foreman dies at 76, and a look at his successful careers. Meanwhile, Boeing beats out Lockheed Martin to build the next generation of fighter jets. Plus, more companies are filing for IPO which may show signs the IPO market is finally thawing after a couple of slow years. Lastly, a look at what’s coming up in the week ahead.  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Mars 27min

Episode 544: Neal and Kyle discuss 2 EV makers going in opposite directions as BYD claims it can charge as fast as 5mins while Tesla continues to struggle. Then, Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Department of Education leaves student loans in the air. Plus, the Boston Celtics sold for $6.1B, making it the biggest sale of a team in US history. Meanwhile, Disney’s remake of ‘Snow White’ comes to theaters, but not without a ton of baggage. Finally, this year’s list of the world’s happiest countries…and no surprise that No. 1 is a Nordic country. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Mars 30min

Episode 543: Neal and Toby recap the latest Fed meeting where Chair Jerome Powell is playing it safe and keeping rates steady. Then, Elon Musk’s X has made a dramatic turnaround bringing the platform back to its original valuation, which may coax advertisers back. Plus, Ben & Jerry’s is alleging its CEO was fired due to the brand’s political posts which was a violation of its merger agreement. Meanwhile, Neal shares his numbers on Volkswagen’s sausages, French bulldogs, and the first student manager NIL deal. Lastly, will there be a day AI helps someone pick a Perfect Bracket for March Madness? Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Mars 27min

Episode 542: Neal and Toby discuss the biggest M&A deal in Alphabet’s history after it acquired cybersecurity company Wiz for $32B. Then, a corporate espionage story involving two dominant HR software companies that could be taken straight out of a Hollywood script. Plus, Nvidia hosts its highly anticipated GTC event which just unveiled its latest AI chip. Also, tennis superstar Novak Djokovic is leading the charge for his tennis players’ union to reform the governing bodies over Tennis, claiming they’re a “cartel” preventing equitable player pay.  Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Learn more at sophos.com Get your MBD mug here: https://shop.morningbrew.com/products/morning-brew-daily-mug  Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Mars 28min