Hamas-backed militants conduct bank robberies in Gaza, ECB raises concerns on Eurozone debt, Malaysia seeks Chinese investment, Softbank introduces 'EmotionCancelling' AI system

The FT's Saffeya Ahmed discusses Nvidia's AI chips, TDK's battery breakthrough, and Silicon Valley screening for Chinese spying. Shein faces obstacles going public in the US due to its Chinese origins and intricate supply chain.

Tech reporter Cristina Criddle discusses how OpenAI is expanding its global affairs unit and lobbying efforts. Topics include French business leaders courting far-right politicians, Dubai's World Islands project, and Bill Gross selling a valuable stamp collection. The podcast also explores the need for balanced regulations in tech innovation.

Defense sector sees surge in hiring, G7 unity on major issues, Chinese companies turning to convertible bonds, and investors returning to high-yield bonds in emerging markets. Analysis includes global security agreements, political shifts post G7, and investor interest in risky local currency bonds.

Martin Wolf and Raghuram Rajan discuss the recent Indian election, analyzing authoritarian styles of government, financial disparities, challenges of financial inequality, and India's economic aspirations. They also reflect on the dangers of authoritarian leaders like Narendra Modi and the future of democracy.

Lucy Fisher and Derek Brower discuss the parallels between UK and US elections, potential outcomes with Keir Starmer and Donald Trump, Brexit's impact, Nigel Farage's rising party, voter discontent with Conservatives, and concerns over low voter turnout.

The podcast discusses the impact of EU tariffs on Chinese EVs, Keir Starmer's tax plans in the UK manifesto, and a scandal involving Toyota. It explores how Chinese EV makers are navigating tariffs, the implications for Toyota's chairman, and Japan's carmakers facing a testing scandal.

The podcast covers the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain borrowing costs, Terraform Labs settling a SEC case for $4.47bn, and tech companies opposing a proposed AI 'kill switch' law in California. Fed officials hint at a single interest rate cut by 2024, US inflation drops to 3.3% in May, and Silicon Valley reacts to the AI safety bill.

Financial Times journalist Christine Murray discusses the EU's plan to impose tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, the increase in central banks' interest in the US dollar, and the impact on Mexico's peso after proposed reforms by president-elect Claudia Sheinbaum. Central banks are seen shifting from the Chinese renminbi to the US dollar in the short term due to concerns about China's economic stability and transparency.

Tech expert Leila Abboud discusses Apple's partnership with OpenAI for AI integration, private equity firms acquiring US accounting firms, and Emmanuel Macron's snap parliamentary elections in France. The topics cover Apple's AI advancements, business acquisitions, and political implications in France.