Bytes: Week in Review - Meta joins the AI assistant race

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"It is a scientific fact that these macaques, like all other primates, including humans, are communicating. They communicate in much the same way we do - facial expressions, vocalizations, body postures, those kinds of things." - Jeff Kerr Jeff Kerr is PETA foundations Chief Legal Officer. I asked him to come on the show to talk about one of PETA’s current lawsuits against the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Nathional Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). PETA is arguing that the monkeys being tested on in a government run facility are capable of communication (or “are communicating”). And that we have a constitutional right under the First Amendment to receive their communications. This could be a game changer in allowing us to see what’s really going on in labs that are funded by taxpayer money, and which have so far been censored from public view. PETA’s lawsuit follows years of NIH’s attempts to deny Freedom of Information requests banning PETA executives from its campus and illegally censoring animal advocates’ speech on NIH’s public social media pages. Through the lawsuit, PETA is seeking a live audio-visual feed to see and hear real-time communications from the macaques who have been kept isolated, used in fear experiments, and had posts cemented into their heads. Anthropologists and other scientists have studied macaque and other primate communications for decades and know that the monkeys communicate effectively and intentionally through lip smacking, fear grimaces, body language, and various cries and sounds—all of which constitute speech under the law. Primatologists can analyze that speech on a deeper level to share their stories with the world.…

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Meta launches its own, dedicated AI app that could go head to head with the likes of ChatGPT. Plus, a massive data leak put California Blue Shield members' most sensitive medical details at risk. And how is the health tech investment sector navigating all the recent economic uncertainty from the Trump Administration’s latest trade war? Marketplace’s Meghan McCarty Carino and Christina Farr, managing director at Manatt Health, explore all these topics on this week’s Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review.

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Israel attacks Iranian cities and nuclear sites, and oil prices rise 6:38

37 minutes ago6:38

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From the BBC World Service: In a dramatic heightening of tensions, Israel's military said it had struck "dozens of military targets, including nuclear targets in different areas of Iran." The strike had led to a 10% rise in oil prices. And later on the program: Investigations are continuing to look into what exactly happened to Flight AI171 between Ahmedabad and London Gatwick, which crashed soon after take-off, killing nearly everyone on board.…

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Is Apple out of ideas? 12:14

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Today on “Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review,” we're looking at Apple's latest software and operating system updates. Also, there's a tentative labor deal between video game actors and studios. And we'll remember legendary Apple software engineer Bill Atkinson, who died at the age of 74. We begin with Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference which came and went this week with some mixed reactions. Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Anita Ramaswamy, Columnist for The Information, to get her take on this year’s WWDC. Tech Bytes for June 13 More on everything we talked about “Apple fails to clear a low bar on AI” - from The Wall Street Journal “Apple underwhelms at WWDC with incremental AI changes, new software name and ‘liquid glass’ design” - from The Associated Press ”Video game performers on strike for almost a year over AI issues reach a tentative deal” - from The Associated Press “Videogame voice actors strike 'suspended' following agreement with game companies: 'All SAG-AFTRA members are instructed to return to work’” - from PC Gamer “Bill Atkinson, Macintosh Pioneer and Inventor of Hypercard, Dies at 74” - from WIRED “Bill Atkinson, who made computers easier to use, is dead at 74” - from The New York Times…

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No, the Fed should not stop paying interest on reserves 25:42

15 hours ago25:42

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You might’ve missed it amid all the Congressional budget hoopla, but Senator Ted Cruz recently floated ending Federal Reserve interest payments, claiming it would save a trillion dollars over ten years. The problem? Not only would that plan save zero taxpayer dollars, it also goes against the Fed’s mandate to keep prices stable. Also in this episode: Amazon announces AI -generated video ads, Save the Children U.S. shifts gears amid USAID cuts, and FEMA puts pressure on local relief organizations. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Can reparations shrink the Black wealth gap in Tulsa? 12:05

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More than 100 years after the Tulsa Race Massacre, the Oklahoma city’s mayor recently announced a $105 million reparations package to address the Massacre’s lasting impact. Marketplace’s Mitchell Hartman joins us on the show today to explain how we got here, and more from his reporting on economic injustice in Tulsa’s Greenwood neighborhood. Plus, we’ll get into what the new reparations package could mean for Black Tulsans and the push for reparations in other cities. Here’s everything we talked about today: "The Tulsa Race Massacre destroyed Black lives and wealth. What's owed to survivors' descendants?" from Marketplace "Black Tulsans still feel effects of Greenwood neighborhood's "second destruction'" from Marketplace "$105 Million Reparations Package for Tulsa Race Massacre Unveiled by Mayor" from The New York Times "$105 million trust to be built for 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre reparations, city says" from Public Radio Tulsa We want to hear from you. Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.…

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A cheat sheet for the big GOP tax bill 8:20

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The Senate is working through the massive tax and spending bill. The House has passed its version, but the two plans still have to be reconciled. Today, we'll dig into what the legislation could mean for your own personal tax bill and the national deficit. Also on the show: Inflation remains tame despite pricier shipping rates, and booming sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 bode well for the gaming industry.…

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Solidarity between labor unions and immigrant communities 7:00

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Many labor unions were once wary of immigrants, viewing them as low-cost competitors for union jobs. Now, changing demographics and common interests have resulted in unions playing a more prominent role in immigrant workforces and communities. We'll hear more. Plus, a bill before the House would claw back more than $9 billion in funding, and a United Nations report shows nearly 138 million children are working worldwide.…

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What can the Preakness Stakes tell us about the economy? 6:36

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From the BBC World Service: U.S. President Donald Trump's economic policies have rattled markets and dented consumer confidence. Few corners of the American market have been spared, from fast food chains to high-profile horse racing events — including the Preakness Stakes, one of three races comprising the Triple Crown. We went along last month to learn what the attitude of race-goers can reveal about the current economic mood. Plus, a review of Washington's multibillion-dollar submarine deal with Britain and Australia.…

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Can Finland take Europe’s startup crown? 4:46

1 day ago4:46

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Building work has started in the Finnish capital Helsinki on what’s expected to become the biggest startup campus in Europe. Finland’s government says it wants the small Nordic nation to offer the best startup ecosystem in Europe. The BBC’s Maddy Savage has this story.

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Tariff-driven price bloat hasn't arrived just yet 25:35

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Prices rose 0.1% in May, according to the latest consumer price index — that’s less than some analysts anticipated. It seems tariffs haven’t quite hit consumers’ wallets yet. We’ll explain what might be going on. Later in the episode: Retailers have cut close to 76,000 jobs so far this year, a 274% increase from the same period in 2025, and Kai and Nela visit a truss manufacturer juggling H2-B visas, automation and tariffs. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Much ado about a China trade deal 11:19

2 days ago11:19

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President Trump announced a new trade deal with China after days of negotiations. Here’s the thing: Trump’s tariffs on China will stay the same. So what did the two countries actually agree to? We’ll get into it. And, after Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired a panel of experts that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on vaccines, doctors and insurance companies are wondering who they should look to for guidance. Plus, a life-sized stuffed moose on Capitol Hill makes us smile. Here’s everything we talked about today: "Trump Hails Progress With China, but Details Are Sketchy" from The New York Times "RFK Jr. just fired the government’s vaccine experts. What do you do now?" from Vox "Former CDC director reacts to RFK Jr.’s firing of entire vaccine advisory panel" from PBS News "If you move a moose through the Senate" from Roll Call "An 84-Year-Old Woman on a Pony Inspires Awe—and Concern—in the U.K." from The Wall Street Journal We want to hear from you. Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.…

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In Houston, a look at local disaster response 9:29

2 days ago9:29

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Hurricane season starts in two and a half weeks. Last year, hurricanes caused $124 billion in damage. This year, the Trump administration is making cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Today, we head to Houston to hear how community "hub houses" offer support during disasters. Plus, the U.S and China appear back on track toward a trade truce and Trump administration policies are causing chaos for rural solar businesses.…

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A summer of fewer jobs for teens 7:05

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A summertime gig can be a rite of passage for many, and summer hiring of teenagers crests right about now. Seasonal jobs may be harder to find this year though amid tariffs, travel restrictions and general economic uncertainty. And when teens don't find a summer job, there can be long-term consequences. Also on the show: the Forest Service is down firefighters ahead of wildfire season and a look at what's next for cooling U.S.-China trade relations.…

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Has there been a trade war thaw? 6:49

2 days ago6:49

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From the BBC World Service: The U.S. and China say that, during talks in London, they’ve sketched out a framework to dial down their trade fight after slapping big tariffs on each other. But those trade tensions aren’t doing the global economy any favors; the World Bank has slashed its global growth forecast. And later, we hear how a tea plantation in India is fighting climate change with rock dust.…

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Brazil wants its consumers to control their digital data — by monetizing it 6:34

2 days ago6:34

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There's a trial run taking place over a type of digital wallet for data. Consumers are in control, and they can sell their data to the highest bidder. This trial run is taking place in Brazil, the first country to try something like this on a national scale. Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Sao Paolo-based journalist Gabriel Daros. He's been covering the story for the news site Rest of World.…

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What do U.S. Treasury auctions have to do with me? 25:26

3 days ago25:26

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Later this week, the U.S. Treasury will auction off billions of dollars worth of 30-year bonds. While that may seem yawn-worthy to most of us, the outcome of that sale has big ramifications for consumer borrowing costs down the road. We’ll explain. Also in this episode: Targeting of international students hurts public and private universities, “core goods” is where tariff-driven inflation might show up first, and students at a fast-growing high school in Utah run their own soda shop. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Is college still worth it? 31:21

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For decades, going to college has been seen as a reliable path to good jobs and economic success in the United States. But a recent Indeed survey reported that over half of Gen Z respondents beg to differ. As tuition prices continue to rise and the Trump administration takes aim at higher education institutions, is the way we view college changing? On the show today, Bryan Alexander, a higher education writer and senior scholar at Georgetown University, explains why college is still a worthy investment for most students, why more people are considering certificate programs and technical schools, and how President Trump’s attacks on elite universities are a risk to higher education as a whole. Then, Kimberly breaks down the difference between the reconciliation bill and government spending bills in Congress. And, Casey Johnston, author of “A Physical Education,” answers the Make Me Smart question. Here’s everything we talked about today: "Report: 51% of Gen Z Views Their College Degree as a Waste of Money" from Indeed "Against college for all: the AFT president" from Bryan Alexander "Americans Are Losing Faith in the Value of College. Whose Fault Is That?" from The New York Times "Good Jobs Project" from Georgetown University "House considers Trump cuts as Senate Republicans work on reconciliation bill" from Roll Call "Deal or no deal? Inside reconciliation and gov’t funding" from Punchbowl News "A muted backlash to Trump’s new travel ban" from Politico "Have Americans grown numb? Trump’s new travel ban met with muted reaction" from MSNBC "Finding Strength in a Bigger Body" from The Cut Got a question about the GOP’s reconciliation bill? Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.…

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What are tariffs? 27:55

3 days ago27:55

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Bridget convinces Ryan to launch a new side business, solving money problems. Today’s problem - a local fifth-grader is facing competition with her slime business from a rival school. Could a tariff help solve her problem? With the help of a not-so-spooky-ghost, they’ll learn what tariffs are, and why they make the price of things go up, and how tariffs can lead to…a trade war. If your family is interested in learning more about the questions we answered in this episode, check out our website . We’ve got discussion questions and tips! This episode is sponsored by Greenlight. Sign up for Greenlight today at greenlight.com/million .…

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How California ICE raids reverberate across the labor market 7:01

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Undocumented workers form a key part of the economy in a number of industries — including domestic work, agriculture, hospitality and construction. As immigration raids and protests in Los Angeles continue, we'll examine what increased immigration enforcement will mean for the job market, both locally and nationally. Plus: a dispatch from a supermarket in Japan amid rising rice prices and a trial in London with big implications for the business of AI.…

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Adding student athlete pay to the college sports equation 6:55

3 days ago6:55

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After over a decade of litigation, a federal judge has signed off on a settlement allowing schools in the power conferences to issue direct revenue-sharing payments to athletes. Now, universities face large costs and hard choices about which sports benefit and which are left behind. But first: Hedge fund manager Ray Dalio shares why he's worried about government debt and the potential for a "bond market heart attack."…

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Japan faces a rice crisis as emergency supplies are released 6:40

3 days ago6:40

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From the BBC World Service: Japan is facing a rice emergency. Prices are soaring, supplies are tight, and it's already cost one government minister his job. So what's going on? It's a mix of bad weather, fewer rice-farming households, and booming demand from tourism and dining out. We'll unpack. Plus, a Danish drugmaker is closing a Copenhagen factory that produces antibiotics for Europe. We'll learn about the causes and implications.…

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Companies are betting on deep sea mining for critical minerals 6:06

3 days ago6:06

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The International Energy Agency projects the global market value of critical minerals could reach almost $800 billion by 2040. That's because we must have them for the electrified future. And right now, China is a dominant supplier. The Trump administration wants to find other sources, and it's looking to U.S. and international waters to mine minerals on the ocean floor. Marketplace contributor Daniel Ackerman has been reporting on the deep-sea mining companies that are working to figure out how to harvest in unforgiving terrain.…

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What's the consumer debt tipping point? 25:23

4 days ago25:23

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Consumer credit rose $17.9 billion in April — $6 billion more than projected, the Fed says. Americans may be anxious about tariffs, but low unemployment means a lot of us still have the cash to pay a credit card bill or car payment at the end of the month. But a few debt warning signs are flaring. Also in this episode: Warner Bros. announces a corporate split, the cycling industry shifts gears and we visit a town where the majority of businesses are inside homes. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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California sues Trump over National Guard deployment to LA 17:11

4 days ago17:11

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President Donald Trump deployed California National Guard troops to Los Angeles on Sunday, following demonstrations over the weekend protesting the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. The decision was made without California Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval, and the state is now suing the “illegal and immoral” move. We get into all the potential ramifications of the uptick in immigration raids. Then, we discuss how people in other countries have coped with anti-democratic forces in their own communities. Finally, we smile at the original cast of “Hamilton” reuniting for the musical’s 10-year anniversary. Here’s everything we talked about today: “The Beautiful Danger of Normal Life During an Autocratic Rise” from The New York Times “The 78th Annual Tony Awards® | Hamilton 10 Year Anniversary Performance” from CBS “The original cast of ‘Hamilton’ reunites on the Tonys stage with rousing performance” from CNN “When to see June’s full strawberry moon on Tuesday night” from The Washington Post Got a question or comment for the hosts? Email makemesmart@marketplace.org or leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART.…

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States move to put limits on surprise health care fees 7:04

4 days ago7:04

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Get an X-ray or ultrasound with a hospital-affiliated doctor and you may note a so-called facility fee on your bill ranging from $15 to several hundred or more. The additional charges are showing up on more patients' bills, now that some 40% of doctors work for hospitals. But this year, 15 states are trying to limit these fees. But first: Why do people tip more in Delaware than they do in California?…

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An economic insecurity story 7:06

4 days ago7:06

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Mortgages comprise about 70% of household debt. We're told to pay off that debt before retiring. But over three decades, data shows more people are still paying their home loans after retirement, and what is owed has increased dramatically. We'll learn more. But first, we'll hear what's on the agenda for today's U.S.-China trade talks in London and discover why investors are flocking to money market funds.…

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U.S. and China set for trade talks in London 6:46

4 days ago6:46

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From the BBC World Service : Figures out today for May show China's exports to the U.S. dropped sharply, down nearly 13% from April. That data comes before officials from both countries are due to meet in London for high-stakes trade talks. Last month, talks in Geneva resulted in significantly reduced tariffs. Plus, in Italy, it's the second day of voting on whether to alter residency requirements for citizenship.…

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Federal judge rules AI chatbots don't have free speech protections — for now 7:38

4 days ago7:38

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There’s a lawsuit right now that’s testing the question of whether AI chatbots are protected by the First Amendment. And before we get into it, a warning that our story today includes discussion of suicide. Marketplace’s Nova Safo spoke with Jane Bambauer, law professor at the University of Florida, who’s been following this case.…

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Labor force participation dropped last month 26:07

7 days ago26:07

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The latest jobs report is out Friday, and overall it’s pretty middling — some details are good news; others not so much. One data point sounding economic alarms? The labor force participation rate, which fell to 62.4% in May after several years of general growth since the height of the pandemic. In this episode, we explain what’s going on. Plus: E-commerce exporters in China describe the “rollercoaster” of keeping up with tariffs, and California’s Central Valley experiments with agricultural innovation. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Some fraying in the job market 8:05

7 days ago8:05

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Call it an "it could have been worse" jobs report. In May, 139,000 more people drew paychecks, which is higher than expected. Job growth was up in sectors like teaching and health care, but immigration policy is hurting hiring in construction and retail. What sort of picture does this paint of the economy? And later: The BBC's James Graham explores what it takes to shut down a fraudulent e-commerce website.…

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Lessons in corporate governance from the Trump-Musk spat 7:09

7 days ago7:09

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It's a public breakup of sorts: Elon Musk thinks President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" is bloated and financially destructive. In response, Trump is threatening moves that will hurt Musk's companies including SpaceX and Tesla. We'll discuss what it says about how companies manage their CEOs. Plus, try not to finish all the popcorn before the movie starts. AMC says it will show even more ads ahead of feature films starting in July.…

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A global crackdown on social media money gurus begins 7:12

7 days ago7:12

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From the BBC World Service: Financial regulators from the United Kingdom, Australia and the United Arab Emirates are teaming up to crack down on questionable financial advice on social media, targeting so-called "finfluencers." Then, India’s central bank has made its steepest rate cut in five years. And, how can you spot if a website is fraudulent and what can you do to take it down? We take a look at scam websites.…

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Bytes: Week in Review: A bet to make AI less human, and more 12:12

7 days ago12:12

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Yoshua Bengio, one of the so-called godfathers of AI, wants it to be less human. Plus, a federal judge temporarily blocked a law in Florida that would ban kids under 14 from getting social media accounts. But first, Meta announced an energy deal with one of the country's biggest operators of nuclear reactors. Marketplace’s Nova Safo is joined by Jewel Burks Solomon, managing partner at the venture capital firm Collab Capital, to break down these tech stories from the week.…

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Churn goes the labor market 25:43

8 days ago25:43

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Unemployment filings and layoffs are rising, and private sector hiring hit a two-year low, recent reports show. Is it just healthy turnover or should we be worried about the direction the labor market is headed? For now, analysts are split. Also in this episode: Reddit sues an AI firm for scraping its user data and Kai spends more time in Utah County with ADP’s Nela Richardson exploring the obstacles and opportunities that come with a young population. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Some trade deficit whiplash 8:16

8 days ago8:16

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The trade deficit — the difference between what the U.S. imports and what it exports — shrank by the most ever recorded in a single month in April. That news follows the largest widening of the trade deficit on record in the first quarter. We'll unpack what to make of it all. Also, service sector activity falls as tariffs take a bite, and predictive contracts raise questions around gambling regulation.…

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A creative way to get federal money sent back 6:54

8 days ago6:54

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Expect the White House to keep trying to claw back money that Congress appropriated and that the Trump administration is supposed to spend. Administration officials think they’ve found a loophole in the law that runs out the clock on federal funding through a process known as rescission. We'll hear more. Plus, a group of Altadena homeowners who lost houses to this year’s wildfires are banding together to try to keep rebuilding costs down.…

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India takes the U.S. to task over tariffs 6:31

8 days ago6:31

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From the BBC World Service: India formally takes its dispute with the U.S. to the World Trade Organization, challenging Washington’s global tariffs on cars. Then, Estonia, Lithuania and Latvia work to stop Russia's fleet of illegal oil tankers from passing through the Baltic Sea. And later, students at the University of Havana in Cuba boycott classes over a sharp hike in mobile internet fees, and the Nintendo Switch 2 launches worldwide.…

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How a high-tech farm in Canada is winning in the trade war 5:03

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We've been looking at how technology is changing agriculture . Last month, we visited Central California where there's new investment in everything from electric tractors and leaf sensors to upskilling farmworkers . Today, Marketplace’s Kimberly Adams visits our neighbor to the north. Specifically, Canada's first fully-automated greenhouse. It's cost millions to set up, and it's just in time for a trade war.…

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Why employers are flocking to Utah County 25:31

9 days ago25:31

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Provo, Utah, which sits in one of the youngest counties of the U.S., has attracted some major employers in recent years. This week, “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal and ADP chief economist Nela Richardson visit and meet with some employers to find out why Provo’s young population and LDS community make a strong labor pool. Plus, a brief history of “tax the rich” and China curbs rare earth exports. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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U.S. doubles tariffs on steel and aluminum 7:00

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The White House triggered a sharp increase in tariffs on imported metals on Wednesday. The tax at the border is now 50%. But one trading partner got an exemption: the UK. Our BBC colleague Leanna Byrne joins us to explain. Also on the program: federal funding cuts hit the arts. We check in with the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music after the nonprofit lost its NEA grant.…

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Introducing the artificial meteorologist 6:54

9 days ago6:54

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Microsoft has unveiled a weather forecasting approach that makes its predictions using artificial intelligence. Google, Nvidia and Huawei are all using AI to try to make weather predictions more precise. And as hurricane season gets underway, we look into what it could mean for the broader economy. But first, how higher steel and aluminum tariffs could hurt U.S. manufacturers.…

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The EU, Canada and Mexico are in the tariffs line of fire 6:40

9 days ago6:40

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From the BBC World Service: The U.S. is doubling tariffs on most imported steel and aluminum, raising them from 25% to 50%. The stakes are extremely high — around one quarter of all steel and half of all aluminum used in the U.S. is imported. Meanwhile, the European Commission is unveiling its 2026 budget proposal, and Wednesday marks the deadline the U.S. has set for countries to provide their best offer on trade negotiations. Plus, on International Cheese Day, we hear how Gen Z's tastes are changing.…

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A test to weed out AI-generated deepfake images 6:58

9 days ago6:58

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AI-generated deepfakes are everywhere on social media. Now, you can take a test developed by Northwestern University to see how well you spot them. Marketplace’s Nova Safo took the test, sifting through a bunch of real and fake images. He got five out of six right, which is the average in a study Northwestern conducted. Lead researcher Matt Groh also helped develop a litmus test, a series of things to look for to spot deepfakes.…

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What if government data becomes untrustworthy? 25:38

10 days ago25:38

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The GOP’s budget bill, now at the Senate, includes proposed cuts to federal statistical agencies. That could make government data narrower and less reliable. And when governments fail to put out dependable data? “It ends up being a real drag on the economy,” said economist Laura Veldkamp. Also in this episode: We visit an entrepreneurship hub in Provo, Utah, experts weight the merits of hard and soft data, and warehouses see a usage boom amid tariff uncertainty. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.…

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Medical debt and your credit: It's changing and we have an update 6:57

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Money borrowed for hospitalization is seen by many as different from paying what you owe for consumer goods: The debt is seldom from discretionary spending. The Biden-era Consumer Financial Protection Bureau had moved to protect credit scores from medical debt, but the agency is now reversing course. A nonprofit called Undue Medical Debt, led by CEO Allison Sesso, works to pay off people's medical debt as a charitable endeavor. But first, Trump's spending bill moves to the Senate.…

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The hard path to rebuilding, with "This Old House Radio Hour" 52:03

10 days ago52:03