Mathieu Favas, a finance correspondent for The Economist, discusses the staggering rise of Stripe, valued at $95 billion, positioning it as a leader in online payment processing. He highlights the fierce competition in the digital payments sector. Rosemary Ward, the New York correspondent, elaborates on the political turmoil surrounding Governor Andrew Cuomo, facing numerous allegations and challenges to his administration. The podcast also touches on the unexpected surge in cosmetic surgery trends in Afghanistan amidst the backdrop of conflict.
