John Prideaux, an expert on Brexit and international trade, and Wendelin von Bredow, the European business correspondent for The Economist, discuss the current state of post-Brexit trade negotiations. They outline the tough challenges negotiators face, including the looming threat of a no-deal scenario. The conversation also shifts to innovative uses of digital twin technology in healthcare for heart monitoring. Additionally, they delve into the complex legal case surrounding the Rothschild Foundation, highlighting historical injustices faced by the family.
Once again, Britain’s negotiators are talking tough, threatening a no-deal scenario as a long series of trade talks begins in Brussels. They’ve got a hard job ahead. Many aircraft engines have computer-based “digital twins” to keep them healthy and efficient—now that idea is being used to monitor human hearts. And a descendant of Vienna’s Rothschild family fights to regain a family foundation. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer