AI’s threat to consulting
Summary
This FT News Briefing covers soaring natural gas deal-making driven by geopolitical tensions and a Trump-Venezuela oil agreement. It examines how AI is forcing consultants to lower fees or face in-house competition, while noting the Taliban’s push for US rare earth investments. The episode also marks Tim Cook’s final day as Apple CEO, analyzing his legacy and the challenges for successor John Ternus.
Topics discussed
Intro, Hard Lessons podcast promo, and FT Weekend Festival
Surge in natural gas deals and US-Venezuela oil agreement
AI threat to consulting firms and the future of human insight
Taliban seeks rare earths deal with Trump administration
Tim Cook's legacy at Apple and challenges for successor
Host farewell, Strategic Alternatives promo, and AT&T ad
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