Megan McCarty Carino

Greg Barlow, President of Merriam-Webster, highlights how AI poses limited risks to dictionary trustworthiness. Sabri Beneshore discusses Trump's trade agreements with Japan and South Korea, and the governance issues involved. Megan McCarty Carino examines NVIDIA's booming valuation and warns of potential market bubbles fueled by artificial chip demand. Meanwhile, baker Rita Magaldi shares her challenges prepping for the holiday season amidst rising costs, reflecting on community support and innovative strategies to thrive in tough times.

Daniel Ackerman, a Marketplace reporter, delves into how economists are estimating third-quarter GDP amidst a government shutdown, revealing mixed but generally positive growth forecasts. Justin Howe discusses challenges in commercial real estate, highlighting high vacancy rates and the impact on banks. Megan McCarty Carino explores viewer dissatisfaction with new TV technologies, addressing the 'soap-opera effect.' Lastly, Natasha Dangoor shares insights on the niche of premium 'fine water' in restaurants, reflecting changing consumer preferences.

Megan McCarty Carino, a Marketplace reporter, dives into California's CalCompute initiative aimed at democratizing access to GPUs for startups and nonprofits. She highlights how Big Tech monopolizes this essential resource for AI, limiting opportunities for research. The discussion touches on the fragmentation of the research ecosystem and the risks posed by closed models in the industry. Carino argues for public infrastructure to level the playing field and shares insights on similar pilot programs across the country.