Guests John Authers and Elena Popina discuss the Federal Reserve's plan to lower rates. Wendy Thomas talks about SEC cybersecurity regulations. Sam Darwish explains communication infrastructure in developing regions. The podcast also covers the challenges and progress of lab-grown meat, the risk of holding cash, the future of AI, and Jay Jacobs from BlackRock on Thematics and Active Equity ETFs.

Wendy Thomas, CEO at Secureworks, discusses identifying & protecting against cyberattacks. Topics include cyber threats & trends, water scarcity & greenhouse gas reductions, online security tips, international growth & AI, the importance of cybersecurity, and the economic outlook.

Nathan Dean, a Senior Policy Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, shares insights into the U.S. election's impact on various industries. Wendy Schiller, a Brown University Professor, delves into the political ramifications of a potential Trump victory. Alison Williams discusses how banks could benefit from regulatory changes. Yayoi Sekine looks ahead at the growth of renewable energy. Matthew Palazola analyzes Berkshire Hathaway's earnings and cash reserves, while Wendy Thomas talks about SecureWorks' acquisition by Sophos and implications for cybersecurity.