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At The Signal Brief, we don’t do hot takes—instead, we bring you deep dives into the ‘how’ and 'why' of consumer trends. Join journalist and host Kudrat Wadhwa for a new episode every Friday.
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Pakistan Is Having A Meltdown 05.04.2022 4:55
In this episode, Farheen Khan speaks about the political turmoil unfolding in Pakistan. So the neighbouring country, currently, has no prime minister, east least as of Sunday. In other news, she also discusses about the recent HDFC merger. After this deal
WHO Takes A Jab At Covaxin 04.04.2022 6:08
In this episode, Farheen Khan discusses the implementation of crypto tax regulations in India, as well as the government's stated intention to make crypto legal only after global consensus. She also discusses the recent issues surrounding Bharat Biotech's
Netflix Puts F1 On DRS 01.04.2022 8:22
Good morning listeners! In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about Formula One's growing popularity in the US. According to latest reports, United States is to have a third racing circuit in Las Vegas for next season in 2023. She also highlights Netflix's
What's Happening In Sri Lanka? 31.03.2022 6:37
In today's episode, Farheen Khan discusses about the newly proposed changes in Digital Market Act by European Union where it's planning to enforce interoperability of messaging apps. It basically implies that your friend who solely uses iMessage may now r
Why Did Shopee Exit India? 30.03.2022 6:32
In this episode, Farheen Khan discusses Shopee's exit from India. While the Singapore-based company says that "global market uncertainties" were the primary cause of its closure, there were also other factors at play. For the main storey she talks about
Oscars 2022: Is Apple The New Streaming King? 29.03.2022 7:09
In today's line-up, Farheen Khan talks about Apple's first win at Oscars with CODA wining the Best Picture category. This is a significant victory for OTT, given that the Hollywood industry is finally becoming more diverse than it was previously. Also, of
Is Ola Having A Nano Moment? 28.03.2022 7:37
Good morning, folks! We're back with some new stories! To start off this week, we've got an interesting line-up. For starters, Ola's electric scooter caught fire in Pune. What's the reason behind this? Listen, to find out the details! Also doesn't this f
Reliance Eyes Premium Eyewear 25.03.2022 5:55
Earlier this month, we told you about Reliance’s luxury retail ambitions. Its appetite isn’t slowing down. Reliance Brands has now acquired the India franchise rights for Sunglasses Hut from DLF's. We tell you why it is a curious purchase. Our host, Farh
Bakeries vs GST: Who Will Win? 24.03.2022 6:32
In this episode, Farheen Khan highlights the latest food GST issue. So, the Indian tax department wants to levy 18% tax on bakeries and small eateries. Why? Because, bakeries are not restaurants technically, according to the officials. And for the main s
Can Zomato Crack 10-Minute Food Delivery? 23.03.2022 17:50
Good morning listeners! On today's line-up we have an aviation story and food tech story. Farheen Khan highlights Boeing, one of the biggest aircraft manufacturer's downfall. Another of its flights, a Boeing 737-800 NG, crashed in China, killing all 133 p
Are Dumb Phones Back In Fashion? 22.03.2022 8:05
In this episode, Farheen Khan takes us through two interesting stories. So according to a BBC report, dumb phones are making a comeback. Between 2018 and 2021, Google searches have increased by 89 percent. In other news she discusses about Reliance's ambi
Indian Startups Brace For Hall Monitors 21.03.2022 6:39
Good morning, folks! We've returned from a long weekend! In today's episode, we learn that Covid-19 has not truly left. Several countries, including China, Germany, and Hong Kong, are experiencing a significant surge in cases. In other news, Farheen Khan
Starbucks Goes Green! 17.03.2022 7:11
On this episode, we have two interesting stories lined up! For starters, Starbucks is going green, the coffee chain is planning to replace disposable cups with reusable ones. And for our main story we talk about the inevitable merger: Zomato planning to t
Your Pizza Toppings Are Going To Get Expensive 16.03.2022 6:13
Pizza lovers won't like this news. Haryana officials are planning to levy 18% GST on pizza toppings. The logic is that, apparently, topping is not pizza and hence should be subject to tax. And for the main story, Farheen Khan talks about SoftBanks's ongoi
EV Dreams Are In Trouble With Nickel’s Price Surge 15.03.2022 6:07
In this episode, Farheen Khan elaborates on how the war between Russia and Ukraine is affecting religious sentiments. For the main story, she goes into great depth on nickel prices skyrocketing and supplies shrinking. It is unquestionably bad news for ele
Apple: To Logo Or Not To Logo? 14.03.2022 6:18
Good morning, listeners! Here's the line-up for today's episode. Farheen Khan gives us a concise rundown of Paytm's problems. The firm is stuck in a never-ending loop of crises. In other news, she highlights Apple's fixation with filing a counter-suit ag
The Fall of Roman Empire 11.03.2022 6:54
The British government has sanctioned Chelsea's Russian owner, Roman Abramovich. What exactly does this mean? Essentially, the Blues are no longer for sale; The team will continue to operate, although with certain limitations. In other developments, Russ
Are You Ready To Watch Ads On OTT Platforms? 10.03.2022 6:53
Employees at Better.com are being laid off yet again. In December of last year, the mortgage company announced the layoffs of 900 employees on a zoom call. The figure is little over 3000 this year. In other news, Farheen Khan discusses how OTT platforms a
What's The Mystery Behind The Letter Z? 09.03.2022 5:48
Farheen Khan walks us through two important stories in this episode. The first is about Z being a symbol of Ukraine-Russia conflict. She essentially examines many theories that have gone popular on the internet in relation to the mystery surrounding the l
Batman Is Smashing Box Office Records 08.03.2022 6:39
The new Batman is expected to be the biggest release in 2022 thus far. The Batman, directed by Matt Reeves, grossed $248.5 million at the global box office. In addition, host Farheen Khan discusses global market volatility in today's episode. The Indian e
Return To Work, Say Tech Giants 07.03.2022 7:10
The work from home scenario may change for many working at companies like Google, Microsoft but maybe not so much for Twitter. After two years of the pandemic, companies are seeking flexibility for their employees and at the same time wanting to align wor
Facebook Is Making People Lonely 04.03.2022 6:12
With the rising conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, the situation around the world is getting worse. Several sectors, particularly edible oils, are impacted. Currently, the prices of sunflower oil, soy oil, and palm oil are skyrocketing. And in this epi
Ambani vs Birla 03.03.2022 5:47
In this episode, Farheen Khan talks about Sea Ltd's market value decline by $132 billion. We also learn why Indian government banned the most popular Singapore-based mobile game in the country. In addition, she addresses the ongoing tug of war between Rel
Will Musk Save The Day? 02.03.2022 6:33
Elon Musk's Starlink satellite, according to reports, has landed in Ukraine. But the main question is whether the Startlink will operate as expected. Additionally, host Farheen Khan also elaborates on one of the biggest crypto frauds - The BitConnect Scam
UkraineIs Collecting Donations Through Crypto & NFTs 01.03.2022 6:42
This episode focuses on the Russia-Ukraine crisis. On the one hand, Ukraine is receiving millions of dollars in donations in the form of cryptocurrencies and NFTs. On the other hand, Farheen Khan, our host, explains why Chinese internet users are praising
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