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.
SOLD: Buss family to sell Los Angeles Lakers Controlling Stake for $10B
Rick Horrow, CEO of Horrow Sports Ventures, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the Buss family’s record-breaking sale of the LA Lakers for $10 billion. Additionally, Rick breaks down the skirmish involving Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark.
Tariffs and Rate Cuts: The Economic Tug-of-War Explained
Peter Tuchman, Senior Floor Trader at TradeMas, joins Remy Blaire at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the key takeaways from the Federal Reserve’s recent meeting, where Chairman Powell indicated that inflation remains high, but upcoming tariffs could complicate potential rate cuts.
Bitcoin ETFs, Amazon AI, Robinhood new tools, Revolut expands
Bitcoin ETFs hit massive inflows this week. Amazon AI could lead to job cuts in the coming years. Robinhood launches new tools like trading simulations, and, Revolut will launch AI assistant while expanding in Europe. Jane King with the latest from the NYSE.
Genius Act Passes: Stablecoins Set to Soar
Gareth Jenkinson, Managing Editor at Cointelegraph, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the recent passage of the Genius Act in the Senate, which aims to create a framework for stablecoins fully backed by the U.S. dollar. Additionally, Gareth shares his insights on this significant development for the cryptocurrency space. He expressed optimism about the bill’s potential to enhance stablecoin adoption in the U.S., although he noted the challenges it faces in the House, particularly from Democrats concerned about potential conflicts of interest involving the Trump family.
Investing in the Future: Why AI is the New Gold Rush in Healthcare
Dhruv Vig, CEO & CIO of Langar Holdings, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in the healthcare industry. Additionally, the pair broke down the current challenges with passively managed ETFs in healthcare, particularly the misclassification of companies within these indices. Dhruv emphasizes the advantages of actively managed ETFs, which allow for targeted investment in fundamentally strong, low-risk companies that are truly innovating with AI in healthcare.
Defense Sector Soar on Geopolitical Tensions
Larry Tentarelli, Chief Technical Strategist at Blue Chip Daily Trend Report, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the current state of the markets, particularly in light of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision. The S&P 500 has recently dipped below 6,000 but remains up about 2% year-to-date
Crypto Shake-Up: The Genius Act and Market Moves
Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the recent passage of the Genius Act by the Senate, which establishes a regulatory framework for stablecoins and is now headed to the House.
Resilience Amid the Rattle: Discipline Pays When Markets Creak
Evelio Silvera, Co-Founder of Bull Street Media, joins Remy Blaire to share insights into American Express unveiling enhancements to its Platinum Card. Additionally, the pair discuss U.S. Steel stopping trade at the NYSE and Accenture’s earnings reporting this week.
Economic Tug-of-War: Inflation vs. Employment
Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist at QI Research, joins Remy Blaire at the New York Stock Exchange to discuss the latest developments surrounding the Senate Finance Committee’s proposed changes to President Trump’s tax bill, which includes extending the 2017 tax cuts and increasing the debt limit to prevent default, alongside cuts to Medicaid. The pair also break down the Federal Reserve’s anticipated actions, particularly with the Fed expected to increase its holdings of U.S. debt, raising questions about the implications for government spending.