

Finshots Daily
Finshots
A daily 5-min podcast explaining the most important finance and business happenings in plain English. India focused.
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May 21, 2024 • 6min
India's ambitious journey to becoming a global semiconductor powerhouse
Exploring India's ambitious journey to become a global semiconductor powerhouse, discussing challenges like skilled workforce and R&D, and emphasizing crucial elements needed for success such as ultra-pure resources, skilled labor, government support, and future production expectations in planned semiconductor plants.

May 20, 2024 • 8min
Single screen cinemas are dying... Can we revive them?
Exploring the challenges faced by single screen cinemas, from dwindling audiences to technological advancements. Discussing the need for flexible regulations and government support to revive these cinemas amidst the rise of OTT platforms and multiplexes.

May 17, 2024 • 6min
The Guardians of the AI Revolution
The podcast discusses the dark side of AI, including scams and manipulation through an AI-generated clone. It highlights the importance of regulating AI to prevent fraudulent activities. The episode also explores the implications of the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act and global efforts in AI regulation, emphasizing the need for oversight of powerful AI systems worldwide.

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May 16, 2024 • 7min
Saudi Arabia is hell bent on building futuristic cities... Will it succeed?
Exploring Saudi Arabia's ambitious Neom project to build The Line, a city with sustainable living and advanced technology. Discussing challenges like financial struggles, environmental concerns, and human rights issues hindering the futuristic city plans.

May 15, 2024 • 6min
The fastest, cheapest, bestest path to Central Asia and beyond
Exploring India's strategic move to develop the Chabahar port in Iran, the podcast delves into the benefits and challenges of establishing new trade routes to Central Asia. The analysis highlights the potential of Chabahar as a game changer and discusses the formal agreement between India and Iran for port development despite US sanctions and disagreements.

May 14, 2024 • 7min
How Varanium Cloud rigged its own SME IPO
Exploring how Varanium Cloud rigged its SME IPO through deceptive practices and mismanagement, ultimately leading to regulatory intervention. This episode delves into the dynamics and risks of SME IPOs, highlighting the growing trend and financial discrepancies in the case study.

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May 13, 2024 • 6min
How to bet on the Chinese stock market rally?
Exploring challenges in Chinese stock market investing, differences between A shares and H shares, government regulations, recent market rally drivers, and future prospects

May 10, 2024 • 6min
Another RBI rule is freaking banks out
Podcast discusses RBI's new regulations on big infrastructure loans causing concern for banks and NBFCs. Emphasizes importance of evaluating viability and managing provisions to prevent risky lending practices and financial instability.

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May 9, 2024 • 6min
The life and death of an Indian shopping mall
Exploring the life cycle of malls, this episode dives into the reasons behind the struggles of the industry, highlighting the impact of bad management decisions on the declining shopping centers.

May 8, 2024 • 6min
Goobye potholes, hello self-healing roads?
Explore the economic impact of potholes on Indian roads and the innovation of self-healing asphalt. Learn about reduced repair costs, traffic congestion, and the importance of addressing systemic issues like corruption for effective solutions.


