What's in a name? | Tariffs hit autos, naming the Inflation Reduction Act, AI hurdles
02/22/25 • 34 min
This week, we look at why US automakers are getting hit by the threat of tariffs meant to protect them. And, the Inflation Reduction Act was supposed to be able to pay for its spending without increasing inflation - did it live up to its name? Plus, the promise of AI keeps growing along with the hurdles in its way. We talk to Nobel Laureate Geoffery Hinton and "Chip War" author, Chris Miller.
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This week, we look at why US automakers are getting hit by the threat of tariffs meant to protect them. And, the Inflation Reduction Act was supposed to be able to pay for its spending without increasing inflation - did it live up to its name? Plus, the promise of AI keeps growing along with the hurdles in its way. We talk to Nobel Laureate Geoffery Hinton and "Chip War" author, Chris Miller.
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Wall Street Week - What's in a name? | Tariffs hit autos, naming the Inflation Reduction Act, AI hurdles
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Speaker 2This is Wall Street Week. I'm David Weston, bringing you stories of capitalism. Vice President Vance tells the world the US will lead in artificial intelligence, but there are some hurdles to get over in the race to get there.
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