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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 6 MIN

Qantas and Virgin cut flights | Uber invests $10bn into robotaxis | Allbirds pivots to AI Birds

from What the Flux · host Flux

Qantas and Virgin Australia are cutting their lower demand flights because fuel prices continue to bite their bottom line. Uber is driving away from the gig economy… and pulling into the robotaxi lane with a $10 billion investment. Allbirds, the NZ founded shoe company has seen its shares soar over 500% after saying goodbye sneakers and hello to AI. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay   Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter   Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta   Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance   —-   The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Important Information: This material has been created with the co-operation of BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited (BIMAL) ABN 13006 165 975, AFSL 230 523 on 1 April 2026. Comments made by BIMAL employees here represent BIMAL’s views only. This material provides general advice only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or circumstances. Before making any investment decision, you should obtain financial advice tailored to you having regard to your individual objectives, financial situation, needs and circumstances. Refer to BIMAL’s Financial Services Guide on its website for more information. This material is not a financial product recommendation or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any financial product in any jurisdiction. ------- S&P Dow Jones Indices does not sponsor, endorse, sell, or promote any product based onan S&P Dow Jones index nor does it make any representation regarding the advisability ofinvesting in the products. Before making any investment decisions, you should assesswhether the product or service is appropriate for you and read the PDS and TMD availableat blackrock.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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