GameStop rejected, a troubling loan trend, and no to pre-IPO AI shares
Summary
The hosts discuss GameStop’s rejected $55.5 billion bid for eBay, highlighting the financial implausibility of the offer. They also examine a troubling rise in personal loans used for everyday bills, signaling growing consumer financial strain. Finally, they cover the crash of unofficial tokens claiming to represent shares in private AI firms OpenAI and Anthropic, warning listeners against such unapproved investments.
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Intro, sponsors, and Up First news preview
GameStop's rejected $55.5B bid for eBay
Rise in personal loans for everyday bills
Crash of unofficial OpenAI and Anthropic tokens
Credits, NPR support appeal, and Shortwave promo
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