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Jan 2025
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US Launches Probe on Potential DeepSeek-...

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On today's episode, we get the latest on DeepSeek after news that US officials are probing whether the Chinese AI startup bought advanced Nvidia semiconductors through third parties in Singapore. We speak with Catherine Thorbecke, Asia Tech Columnist for Bloomberg Opinion. We'll also take a look at the global macro landscape with David Aspell, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Mount Lucas Management. Plus - a discussion on the Fed's path ahead with Bill Adams, Chief Economist at Comerica Bank.

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