Shailesh Chitnis, a global business writer for The Economist, shares insights into Intel's struggles with layoffs and a plunging share price, raising questions about its future in a competitive chip market. Alongside this, Sarah Larniuk, a senior producer, discusses a groundbreaking International Criminal Court case against Belarus, shedding light on the legal complexities involved. They also explore the influence of viral food trends on cooking habits, emphasizing how social media reshapes our culinary experiences.
Intel's drastic decline, marked by leadership changes and financial losses, raises concerns about its future in the competitive semiconductor landscape.
The rise of viral food trends on social media platforms has revolutionized home cooking, transforming amateur chefs into culinary influencers and engaging broader audiences.
Deep dives
Challenges and Changes in International Criminal Law
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has been active in prosecuting high-profile leaders for war crimes, including Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu, reflecting its role as a critical player in international law. A notable case involves Lithuania accusing Belarus of crimes against humanity, highlighting a unique legal situation since Belarus is not a signatory to the Rome Statute. This case revolves around allegations of forced deportations and persecution, indicating a severe crackdown on freedoms under Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko's regime. Such unconventional cases for the ICC signify a potential expansion in how international law addresses issues beyond traditional boundaries.
Intel's Struggles in the Semiconductor Market
Intel has faced significant challenges, including a massive quarterly loss, prompting questions about its future in the competitive semiconductor industry. The company's struggles stem from a series of missteps and missed opportunities in the rapidly evolving technology landscape, particularly in mobile and machine learning sectors. Despite attempts to restructure under CEO Pat Gelsinger, including creating separate entities for chip design and foundry services, the strategy has failed to reverse declining revenues. As the need for advanced chips grows amid U.S.-China tensions, Intel's position as a key player in the supply chain underscores its importance to national security and economic stability.
The Evolution of Cooking in the Digital Age
Viral food trends have transformed cooking into a highly social and accessible activity, with platforms like YouTube turning amateur cooks into influential personalities. The phenomenon of recipes going viral, such as a cucumber salad that caused a shortage in Iceland, demonstrates the significant impact of online food culture on real-world markets. Influencers like Nick DiGiovanni have leveraged this trend, achieving celebrity status while easily connecting with millions of viewers through approachable and aspirational content. This shift reflects a broader societal fascination with food, fostering engagement while also influencing culinary practices and trends.
Layoffs, suspended dividends, a share price in free fall, a chief executive hustled out the door: Intel is in a bad way. But America needs a chipmaking champion, so what will save it? We examine a legally pioneering International Criminal Court case alleging cross-border crimes against humanity (10:31). And how the internet is changing the way people think about food and cooking (19:40).