Introduction

This chapter discusses the merger of Schwab Trading and Ameritrade, offering an elevated trading experience for Trader Mimes. It highlights the Think or Swim trading platforms and the support from the Trade Desk. Additionally, it introduces CrowdStrike Falcon Go, a cybersecurity solution for small and medium businesses, and emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity in the face of increasing cyber attacks on small businesses. The chapter also provides information on the Bloomberg Surveillance Podcast and introduces Rebecca Patterson, a guest who will discuss the current state of data dependency in economics and finance.