WSJ What’s News Qualcomm Takes On Nvidia in the AI Chip Race
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Oct 27, 2025 
Laura Cooper, a Business reporter for The Wall Street Journal specializing in beverage and tobacco companies, joins the discussion to shed light on the latest buzz surrounding Qualcomm's bold move into the AI chip market. Shares soared 11% following the announcement of their new AI accelerators, AI-200 and AI-250. This launch positions Qualcomm to directly challenge Nvidia's dominance in AI computing. Cooper also covers the significant split happening at Keurig Dr Pepper, with KKR and Apollo stepping in to reshape the beverage landscape.
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Melissa Poses Severe Threat To Jamaica
- Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a Category 5 with 160 mph winds and threatens catastrophic flooding and wind damage.
- Jamaica is expected to take the brunt, with evacuations ordered and up to 40 inches of rain possible in spots.
Rebels Take Darfur Stronghold
- Sudanese rebels seized the last government stronghold in Darfur, marking a major shift in the country's conflict.
- Aid workers estimate over 12 million displaced and the U.S. estimates up to 150,000 killed in the conflict.
Use Private Capital To Ease Breakups
- Bringing in private capital can help newly separated businesses stand alone and fund growth.
- Keurig Dr. Pepper used KKR and Apollo to inject funds while preparing beverage and coffee units to operate independently.