Shailesh Chitnis, a business writer at The Economist with a focus on the semiconductor industry, teams up with international reporter Avantika Chilkoti, who analyzes Britain’s foreign aid. They dissect the CHIPS Act, discussing its early successes and the ongoing challenges in U.S. semiconductor production, especially compared to Taiwan. They also tackle the controversial merger of UK's aid departments and its implications on international support. Lastly, they delve into the innovative sound branding of electric vehicles, showcasing the creative side of automotive marketing.