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PubMatic CEO Rajeev Goel joins Leading Indicator to talk what a TikTok ban would mean for digital ad market, Paris Olympics & US election impact on ad demand, and the catalysts that fueled 20% revenue growth in the recent quarter. With host J.D. Durkin. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment...

Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist at QI Research LLC & Fmr Federal Reserve insider, breaks down the unsettling layoff numbers this Spring and why weakening job data could push the Fed into potentially cutting rates three times this year. DiMartino Booth also discusses recent inflation trends, the Fed's balance sheet plans, & her outlook for recession. The content of...

Joseph Wang, CIO of Monetary Macro, weighs in on why this Fed meeting matters even though it’s almost a sure thing that rates are held steady. Plus, should the President have a hand in the Federal Reserve’s policymaking? Wang explains what it would mean if the Fed lost its independence, and how the election factors into upcoming rate decisions. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.

Ross Gerber, President and CEO at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, is a long-time Tesla investor. Gerber reacts to Tesla's plunging profits, accelerated timeline for a mass market EV model, a potential autonomous ride-sharing app, and the consequences of what he says is divisive commentary from Elon Musk. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only....

Farzad Mesbahi, former Tesla insider, breaks down recent EV battery demand trends and why nosediving prices could help make the company's new affordable vehicle more profitable. Mesbahi also provides insights related to Tesla's Robotaxi plans, the future of autonomy at the company, & more. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in t...

Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at EvercoreISI, breaks down Netflix crushing expectations for subscriber growth in the recent quarter, its decision to no longer share subscriber data, and its high-stakes venture into live events. Mark has been a top-rated tech analyst for more than two decades. Hosted by Ann Berry.

Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise, explains why big banks aren't currently allowed to buy Bitcoin ETFs. Hougan believes that banks will soon hurdle this barrier which could bring a demand boost to Bitcoin. Hougan also breaks down the upcoming Bitcoin halving event and what a supply shock could mean for the digital asset in the wake of increased institutional demand. The content of the video is for g...

Cem Karsan, Founder & CIO, Kai Volatility breaks down why the Fed will continue to support U.S. economic growth even in the wake of hotter inflation due to political pressures from this year's upcoming November elections. Karsan also provides his thoughts on the future of market volatility, options trading strategies, & more. Options are not suitable for all investors and carry signifi...

Intergenerational theft and the cramming of prosperity into seniors’ pockets is creating a flawed economy that is weaponized by rich people and broken for young people, says NYU Professor and serial entrepreneur Scott Galloway. Galloway spoke with Kyla Scanlon about worrisome trends he sees for young Americans, the formula for becoming wealthy, and how to win in a capitalist society. His new book,...

Mike McGlone, Senior Commodity Strategist at Bloomberg, talks with Kyla Scanlon about demand drivers for gold including increased buying from central banks, anticipation for potential interest rate cuts, & more.  McGlone also breaks down the relationship between gold and Bitcoin, recent inflation trends, and bond market indicators that could point toward a shift in economic sentiment.  The con...

Reddit just made its public market debut, opening well above its $34 IPO price. Tech journalist Alex Heath from The Verge joins to discuss why he's surprised about the demand for the stock and explains how NSFW content and reliance on Google for traffic and revenue are risks that investors should pay attention to.

Kara Swisher holds nothing back as she shares her POV on the future of media & tech. The award-winning tech journalist discusses what Donald Trump got right about Meta, why we can't trust China with TikTok, the possibility of running for political office, and the problem with a culture that turns rich people into gods. Plus, Swisher shares other highlights from her new book, 'Burn Book...

Cathie Wood, Founder and CEO of ARK Invest, explains the decision to trim ARK's $NVDA stake & lays out the competitive risks the company faces. Wood also says she thinks Tesla is the largest AI project in the world, adding that Tesla's AI chip will redefine transportation from human-driven to autonomous. (Recorded 3/11/24) Chapters 00:00 Monetary Policy's Impact on Tech 5:08 Cyclic...