David L. Shrier, Professor at Imperial College Business School, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the significant developments in the intersection of artificial intelligence and national security. The pair break down OpenAI’s recent $200 million deal with the U.S. Department of Defense to create advanced AI tools for military operations and cybersecurity. Despite Meta’s aggressive $100 million bonus offer to OpenAI employees, CEO Sam Altman reports that top talent is staying with OpenAI.
Operation Midnight Hammer: Analyzing the Impact on Global Markets and Oil Prices
Luke Lloyd, President & CEO of Lloyd Financial Group, joins Remy Blaire at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the significant geopolitical developments following the U.S. launch of Operation Midnight Hammer, which targeted key Iranian nuclear facilities. Additionally, the pair breakdown the surprising resilience of U.S. markets despite the tensions in the Middle East, with Luke expressing his belief that the recent airstrikes will have a profound impact on U.S.-China relations, particularly regarding oil exports from Iran.
Texas Bitcoin, Nakamoto Treasury, Selling Circle, Saylor prediction
Texas creates bitcoin reserve. Nakamoto holdings raises $51 million to expand bitcoin treasury. ARK Invest sells 146 million Circle shares and Michael Saylor has new, more bullish BTC prediction. Jane King has the latest from the NYSE.
Escalation in the Middle East: U.S. Airstrikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities
Patrick L. Young, Chairman and Founder at Exchange Invest, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the recent escalation of conflict in the Middle East, particularly focusing on the U.S. airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Pentagon officials have reported significant damage to Iran’s nuclear program, marking a historic B-2 bomber strike.
Market Reactions: U.S. Airstrikes and the Impact on Wall Street
Peter Tuchman, Senior Floor Trader at TradeMas, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the significant developments surrounding U.S. airstrikes on Iran, which mark a direct military intervention and heighten concerns about potential retaliation. Despite these geopolitical tensions, the market reaction has been surprisingly muted, with the S&P 500 only around 3% below its all-time high from February.
Google AI, Coinbase surges, Trump crypto, DOJ seizure
Google training AI models with YouTube videos. Coinbase, other crypto companies surge on ‘Genius Bill’ passage. Trump family reduces stake in World Liberty Financial crypto and Dept of Justice seizes $225 million from crypto scammers. Jane King has the latest from the NYSE.
On-Chain NFTs and the Future of Digital Ownership with Danny Yang
Danny Yang, CEO of OnChainMonkey, joins Remy Blaire at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss how NFTs have transitioned from a mere tokenization of assets to a more profound concept of digital ownership, particularly with the emergence of on-chain NFTs, where the NFT itself is the asset.
Circle’s IPO Surge: What It Means for the Future of Crypto
Sarbjeet Johal, CEO & Founder of Stackpane, joins Remy Blaire at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the recent passage of the Genius Act, a significant bill aimed at regulating stablecoins, which has sparked excitement among crypto investors. Additionally, the pair break down the impressive performance of Circle following its IPO, highlighting the resurgence of crypto and its potential to transform payment systems.
How the Genius Act Could Transform the Crypto Landscape
John Motzel, Head of Americas at Kaiko, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the implications of the Senate’s recent passage of the Genius Act, marking a significant step in the regulation of digital assets.
Project Nemo’s Impact on Adults with Learning Disabilities
Polly Jean Harrison, Features Editor at the Fintech Times, joins Remy Blaire to discuss important developments in the financial services sector. The pair kick off their discussion with Project Nemo, a non-profit initiative focused on enhancing disability inclusion in banking. Polly shares insights from their recent research, which revealed that 61% of adults with learning disabilities feel that banks are not adequately meeting their needs. Alarmingly, 32% of these individuals do not have a bank account in their name, often resorting to informal workarounds that introduce unnecessary risks. The shift towards digital payments has further complicated their ability to manage finances, as the lack of physical interaction and the rise of self-service options have made banking more challenging for this community.