The team (plus special guest Matt Muir) explain why cryptocurrency has been pumped up in the USA and why it’s only going to get bigger in the UK. Plus what’s happening in the race between the Tortoise and the Observer, and the government’s mixed messaging on electric cars.

Join Ian Hislop, Adam Macqueen, Helen Lewis, Matt Muir, and Andrew Hunter Murray in a lively discussion on digital political advertising, Conservatives' gambling issues, Nigel Farage, and the British Invasion of American newsrooms. Delve into the impact of online ads on elections, connections between MPs and gambling industry, and right-wing newspapers advocating tactical voting against Farage. Explore the intersection of British and American journalism, diversity in leadership, and challenges in reaching younger audiences.

Matt Muir, an expert in AI technology, discusses the potential dangers of innovations like ChatGPT and their implications for humanity. He raises concerns about job security and misinformation alongside the ethical challenges of unregulated AI systems. Jane Mackenzie highlights the environmental impacts of open-cast mining in Wales, focusing on the Fossivran Coal Mine and the ongoing oversight issues that compromise restoration efforts. Their conversations underscore the urgent need for accountability in both technology and environmental practices.