E1023: News Roundtable! Machine Zone CEO Kristen Dumont & The Register’s Iain Thomson on Bezos phone hack, Tesla valuation skyrocketing, DJ Elon, Coronavirus, Barstool Sports funding, unions, proposed Uber/DoorDash merger & more!
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Navigating Financial Challenges in Tech and Media
This chapter explores gender representation in IPO underwriting with a focus on Goldman Sachs' policy while addressing broader issues like the impact of unions on journalism wages. It examines the financial struggles of companies such as Uber and DoorDash amidst a competitive landscape and the shift from advertising to subscription models in media. The discussion culminates in a critique of investment strategies and market behavior, highlighting the challenges of achieving profitability in a changing economic environment.
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