Episode 122: Apple & Google Partnering for AI, Nvidia Halts Chip Production for China, Starbucks' Caffeine Fight

Apple might tap Google's Gemini for Siri, signaling an AI arms race where collaboration is key. Meta partners with Midjourney for enhanced AI visuals, while Elon Musk unveils "Macrohard," an AI venture targeting Microsoft. Nvidia pauses AI chip production for China amid security concerns. A tech stock stumble and Sam Altman's bubble warning have investors reassessing AI gains. Waymo expands robotaxi services, surpassing 10M rides, even testing in NYC. Starbucks fights to stay ahead as tastes shift to clean energy and alternative caffeine sources. Jerome Powell hints at rate cuts as Germany's GDP shrinks, fueling recession fears. The global economy faces trade tensions and evolving consumer behavior. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.