Episodes

  • Tech’s Laisez-Faire Era + Nvidia Earnings Preview with Gene Munster

    Tech’s Laisez-Faire Era + Nvidia Earnings Preview with Gene Munster
    Nov 19 2024
    Dan Nathan and Deepwater's Gene Munster discuss how the tech world digests potential regulatory shifts post-election. The guys also dive into potential for autonomous vehicle advancements, trade tariffs, and their impact on tech giants like Apple and Tesla. They delve into the possible regulatory environment changes under the Trump administration and its implications for AI and big tech M&A, wrapping up with expectations for Nvidia's upcoming earnings and the broader impact on AI demand. — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    32 mins
  • Zeta Global CEO David A. Steinberg Responds To Short-Seller Report

    Zeta Global CEO David A. Steinberg Responds To Short-Seller Report
    Nov 14 2024
    Dan Nathan welcomes Zeta Global CEO David A. Steinberg to discuss a recent short-seller report by Culper Research. — View our show notes here Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    16 mins
  • Tech Investing 101: Insights From Imran Khan's Prolific Career

    Tech Investing 101: Insights From Imran Khan's Prolific Career
    Nov 13 2024
    Dan Nathan and Guy Adami provide an update on the past week in tech as investors digest what the regulatory environment will look like under a second Trump administration. From the rotation into software to Chinese internet names, the duo breaks it all down. Dan then welcomes Imran Khan (12:00), founder and CEO of Proem Asset Management, to discuss his distinguished career in finance, starting as an equity research analyst and moving through investment banking to fund management. Khan shares his experiences and lessons learned from leading significant tech deals, including Snap's pre-IPO phase and the Alibaba IPO. The conversation also delves into the evolution of market strategies, the current state of tech investments, AI opportunities, and the risks associated with the private market investments. Khan provides insights into his unique investment process, emphasizing risk management, long-term vision, and the importance of not falling in love with stocks. Additionally, the episode touches on the Dallas Leadership Summit, an event Khan organizes to reconnect and engage with his diverse network of industry professionals. — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    59 mins
  • Morning After: Implications For Tech & Markets

    Morning After: Implications For Tech & Markets
    Nov 6 2024
    Dan Nathan and Guy Adami discuss the market's response following Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election. They explore upward volatility in major indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, the rise in 10-year U.S. Treasury yields, and record highs in Bitcoin. The discussion also covers anticipated moves by the Federal Reserve, shifts in small-cap stocks, regional banks, and potential regulatory changes under the new administration. They delve into how market dynamics might affect various sectors including tech, with a focus on Tesla, mega-cap tech, and the geopolitical implications for semiconductor companies like Taiwan Semi and NVIDIA. Both hosts consider the impact of possible policy adjustments on the stock market and foreign policy issues involving China and Taiwan. Additionally, they touch on prospective M&A activities, the IPO market, particularly in crypto, and the strategic moves by major investment banks. Further Reading Perplexity Nears $9 Billion Valuation in Investment Led by IVP (The Information) Goldman, JPMorgan Eye Crypto Clients as IPO Prospects Brighten (The Information) President Trump, Take Two; Big Tech, Little Tech, Chips, and Hardware; Elon Musk’s Triumph (Stratechery) — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    35 mins
  • TechCheck with Guy Adami & a Conversation with Scott Wapner

    TechCheck with Guy Adami & a Conversation with Scott Wapner
    Oct 30 2024
    Guy Adami joins for a special pod to discuss developments surrounding semiconductor companies, particularly NVIDIA and AMD, and their impact on market dynamics. They investigate AMD's recent performance and guidance within the context of the growing AI ecosystem and competition with NVIDIA. The episode also covers the volatile stock movements of Super Micro, Dell, and CDWC, examining factors such as market cap trends and competitive pressures. Shifting focus, they analyze Google and Meta's strategic integration of AI to boost ad revenues and market positioning, emphasizing Google's recent positive earnings report. The episode wraps up with insights into the fluctuating fortunes of Snap and the ascent of Reddit in the digital advertising space. Dan Nathan is joined by CNBC’s Scott Wapner, known for hosting ‘Halftime Report’ and ‘Closing Bell.’ They reminisce about Scott's career journey, from his pre-CNBC days to hosting prominent shows, discussing the market dynamics over the years, especially in the backdrop of the financial crisis. Wapner also delves into his sports memorabilia collection, his interactions with sports figures, and evolving market commentary. Highlights include the critical role of financial crises in shaping market perspectives, responsibility in stock recommendations, and the nuances of hosting market-focused shows. The conversation shifts to sports, discussing MLB's Dodgers-Yankees rivalry and the rising valuations of sports teams, touching on the impact of private equity in the sports market. Checkout Scott's Book 'When the Wolves Bite' — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • MegaCap Tech Vibe Check with Deirdre Bosa & Brad Erickson

    MegaCap Tech Vibe Check with Deirdre Bosa & Brad Erickson
    Oct 29 2024
    Dan Nathan hosts Deirdre Bosa delve into earnings projections for Alphabet, AMD, PayPal, Microsoft, Meta, Apple, Amazon, and Uber. The conversation explores the broader market trends, including the resilience of the S&P and Nasdaq, and the influence of macroeconomic factors like treasury yields. They discuss the regulatory challenges facing tech giants like Google and their impact on AI innovation. The episode also touches on Meta's AI Ray-Bans, Snap's spectacles, and the strategic AI investments of Microsoft and OpenAI. The upcoming presidential election's implications for big tech, especially regarding regulatory changes under different administrations, are examined. The dialogue provides valuable insights into how market leaders are navigating the evolving tech landscape amid significant economic and political changes. Dan Nathan and Brad Erickson, Internet Equity Analyst at RBC Capital Markets, discuss the upcoming earnings reports from major tech companies like Google, Meta, and Amazon. They delve into the challenges and opportunities these companies face, particularly in areas such as AI, search, ad revenue, and cloud computing. They also touch on the impact of DOJ cases and innovative products on investor sentiment and stock performance. — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Do Optimus Dream of Electric Taxis? with Gene Munster

    Do Optimus Dream of Electric Taxis? with Gene Munster
    Oct 16 2024
    Dan Nathan and Gene Munster dive into Tesla's robotaxi event and the impact of unmet investor expectations on stock performance, alongside concerns about delivery targets and competition from Chinese EVs. The guys also discuss Google and Meta's integration of generative AI, shaping search results and user growth. The conversation wraps with a discussion of Apple's upcoming feature updates and their potential stock market impact. Checkout Gene's podcast 'DeepTech315' here. — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    37 mins
  • Taking Stock of Waning GenAI Euphoria with Current CTO Trevor Marshall

    Taking Stock of Waning GenAI Euphoria with Current CTO Trevor Marshall
    Oct 9 2024
    Dan Nathan is joined by Trevor Marshall, CTO and co-founder of Current, to explore the landscape of tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, Google, and Meta in the realm of AI development and market strategies. The discussion touches on Apple's upcoming iOS 18, Microsoft's AI complexities and its productivity suite, and Google's competitive dynamics in smart glasses. Meta's advancements in wearables and AI integration across platforms are also highlighted. Trevor shares insights into the impact of AI on productivity, the evolving competition between tech giants, and personal experiences with generative AI tools. Articles On Our Radar Microsoft’s AI Story Is Getting Complicated (WSJ) Microsoft Pitches AI for Consumers Against Crowded Field of Rivals (Bloomberg Technology) Google Searches for Its Footing in Smart Glasses as Meta Gains Ground (The Information) — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at contact@riskreversal.com with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page
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    39 mins