Idris Kaloun, The Economist's Washington correspondent, shares insights on Georgia's pivotal Senate runoff elections, emphasizing their potential to shape President-elect Joe Biden's governance. Tim Cross, the technology editor, dives into the nascent world of quantum computing, discussing its transformative potential in finance. The conversation highlights how even small advances in quantum tech could yield significant financial rewards, and touches on the enduring influence of Confucianism in modern South Korean society, blending tradition with contemporary challenges.
Democrats look set to win both the run-off elections that will determine control of the Senate—and how President-elect Joe Biden will be able to govern. Quantum computing is still nascent, its power yet to be truly tapped. But the finance sector is already looking to squeeze it for analytical advantage. And how Confucianism still influences society in South Korea.