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What Does The FBI Director Think? | Ricker and Bon #421

Human or AI? | Ricker and Bon #419

Skype Dies and Warren Buffet Retires

Tesla Tanks, Trump Shills Investors, and Startup Profits | Ricker and Bon #418

Why iPhones Are Expensive and How Netflix Was Acquired | Ricker and Bon #417

iShowSpeed history, Severance Spoilers, and Markets in Turmoil | Ricker and Bon #414

23andMe Bankrupt, StubHub IPO, and ICE Reshuffle

This week, we’re diving into  the biggest stories in business, tech, and crypto , including a  $600 million crypto scandal, Apple’s encryption rollback, and Microsoft’s new quantum computing breakthrough.

Apple Humanoid Robots and Nostalgic Flash Games | Ricker and Bon #413

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In this episode, we dive into the whirlwind first four days of Donald Trump’s second term as president. From executive orders targeting crypto and AI to the unexpected $TRUMP meme coin launch, Trump’s bold moves are already reshaping key industries. We discuss: ✅ The $500 billion Stargate AI initiative and its impact on tech giants like OpenAI and Elon Musk. ✅ Crypto market reactions to Trump’s...

$TRUMP Meme Coin Frenzy: Donald Trump’s meme coin surges to a $5B market cap — liquidity stats, ownership risks, and potential market impact. Bitcoin-Backed Loans on Coinbase: Borrow up to $100,000 against your Bitcoin — what’s the catch, and who should avoid it? ChatGPT’s New Update: OpenAI introduces custom traits and nicknames for more personalized AI interactions. Plus more Subscribe and rate...

We talk a lot about the Pasadena, Eaton, Palisades fire that hit close to home. If you want a prize, send us a DM of your rating on Instagram    http://instagram.com/rickerandbon

Tesla’s Annual EV Sales Drop for the First Time in Over a Decade Historic Decline: Tesla sold 1.79 million vehicles in 2024, marking its first annual sales drop in over a decade. Quarterly Miss: Delivered 495,570 vehicles in Q4, falling short of analyst expectations. Stock Reaction: Shares dropped 5.8% after the report despite rising 63% in 2024. Challenges: Shrinking demand, competition from BYD,...

Netflix scores 24M viewers per NFL game in its Christmas Day debut, featuring Beyoncé’s halftime show for fans in 200+ countries. Apple defends its $20B search deal with Google in a landmark antitrust trial reshaping how we search online. China announces a record $411B treasury bond issuance to drive growth in electric vehicles, semiconductors, and infrastructure projects. Netflix’s NFL performanc...

President-elect Donald Trump announced his support for a new GOP proposal to fund the government temporarily and raise the debt ceiling just before a potential government shutdown. The plan includes $100.4 billion in disaster aid and extends government funding through March 14. However, it faces resistance from both Democrats and conservative Republicans.

Meta dives into nuclear data AI, Buzzfeed sells its iconic  Hot Ones  franchise to George Soros, and Stanley's faulty mugs stir up consumer outrage! Get ready for a deep dive into the most intriguing headlines of the week! Meta’s Nuclear Data AI: Meta announces a groundbreaking AI initiative to analyze nuclear data, aimed at advancing clean energy and global safety. Buzzfeed Sells  Hot Ones : The ...

In this episode, we dive into Bitcoin's milestone as it reaches $100K, explore Google DeepMind's groundbreaking AI weather model GenCast, and break down the chaos in South Korea following the declaration of martial law. Plus, insights on OpenAI's premium ChatGPT Pro subscription. Stay tuned for all the latest on these game-changing developments! Bitcoin's $100K Milestone AI Weather Model GenCast E...

We got Sean Gunner Lee in the house for Thanksgiving week and we talk about Drake suing his own label, how to market music organically on TikTok and Blackstone buys the second largest sandwich chain in Ameirca.

Kendrick Lamar's GNX Project:  A dive into Kendrick’s new record and how it means the Warriors definitely win the chip in 2025. Crypto Market Updates:  Key wins, losses, and what’s shaping the future of cryptocurrency. Google Antitrust Battle:  DOJ’s push to break up Google’s Chrome browser—what it means for tech and advertising.

In this episode, we explore major shakeups across industries. We start with 7-Eleven’s huge potential acquisition that sounds like Succession. Next, we dive into Apple’s latest venture into smart home tech, showcasing how the new product could change home automation. We also uncover the story behind Grubhub’s shocking sale at a 91% discount and what it signals for food delivery services. Finally,...

Trump Won Election, Who Wins Markets? | Ricker and Bon #399

Tech Earnings Breakdown : Analysis of top tech companies’ Q4 reports, spotlighting Apple’s performance and industry trends. Hollywood in Mexico : Discussion on the push for film production in Mexico as studios seek cost-effective and visually diverse locations. Disney’s Grammy Play : Disney’s surprising Grammy get. Happy halloween in the US!

Join us as we break down tech and finance’s hottest topics. First, we dive into the  AI bubble vs. the internet bubble —is today’s AI boom headed for a similar fate? Next, we explore  Apple’s dominance  as Meta challenges its standing with new AR/VR innovations. Lastly, we tackle Wall Street’s latest financial tool:  Potentially risky asset-backed loans  (ABS) and synthetic risk transfers (SRTs)....

Robinhood launches new features aimed at advanced traders to expand its reach. Google announces a leadership shakeup with a new head for its search and ad business. Meta initiates another round of layoffs as part of its ongoing restructuring. Tesla gears up for its robotaxi rollout, focusing on autonomous ride-sharing. Uber considers acquiring Expedia in a move towards achieving its “super app” vi...