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German chancellor Friedrich Merz faces a crisis of confidence as exit polls show his party missed the threshold for representation in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. The right-wing Alternative for Germany won there instead. Plus, Volkswagen is getting the boot from the Eurostoxx50 index. And Georgia's Senator Jon Ossoff attempts to revitalise moderate politics in the upcoming US midterms.Mentioned in this podcast:Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Venezuelan government and the country's opposition are close to reaching an agreement to transfer the central bank's gold reserves, critics are scrutinising donations to UK Reform by crypto billionaires Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne, and Glencore has suspended one of its senior executives in the wake of an escalating scandal. Plus, OpenAI's listing delay raises stakes for SoftBank's $50bn data centre IPO.Mentioned in this podcast:Venezuela nears deal to move $4bn gold reserve to New YorkReform UK's mega-donor backed a friend's libel claim. Now he controls her homeGlencore suspends senior executive in review of ties to iron ore traderOpenAI's listing delay raises stakes for SoftBank's $50bn data centre IPOWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Federal Reserve has raised rates for the first time since 2023, and the EU has asked China to restrict exports of hybrid cars as part of a deal to prevent a trade war. Plus, AI has revolutionized warfare.Mentioned in this podcast:Federal Reserve defies Donald Trump with first rate rise since 2023EU asks China to voluntarily limit car exportsVon der Leyen to paint EU as the only port in a global geopolitical stormAI is transforming warfare. But not making it easier to winCredit: Federal ReserveWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US and Chinese experts meet to discuss mitigating AI risks despite an ongoing tech rivalry, and US megadonors are largely backing Republicans in this midterm election season. Plus, Prime Minister Mark Carney strikes out on his pitch for a “unique alliance” between Canada and the EU, and the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is expected to be Africa's biggest IPO.Mentioned in this podcast:Can the US and China work together on AI risk?US billionaires line up to bankroll Republicans' election pushEU rebuffs Mark Carney's ‘unique alliance' with CanadaThe $1.6bn IPO that could draw millions of Nigerians to the stock marketWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tech stocks fell yesterday as markets reacted to ongoing talk of an AI apocalypse, industrial America is contending with a fresh wave of supply chain inflation, and foreign investors are now buying more US stocks than government bonds. Plus, China has implemented sweeping new controls on overseas travel for Chinese citizens. Mentioned in this podcast:US manufacturers hit by fresh burst of supply chain cost inflationTen-year Treasury yield hits 5% for first time since 2023Foreign investors prefer US stocks to Treasuries as debt worries growWhy delaying an AI doomsday would benefit investors tooChina tightens control of overseas travel in sweeping new lawWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent's interventions in the American bond market haven't worked so far, but could interest rate decisions from the Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan this week change things? Plus, Russia hit a Ukrainian train line moments after foreign dignitaries transited it, and the FT's Zehra Munir explains how protesters cancelled a data centre project in Virginia. Mentioned in this podcast:Warsh and Trump on collision course as investors expect Fed to raise ratesScott Bessent fails to break ‘fever' in US bond marketRussia strikes Ukrainian train line moments after foreign dignitaries passThe civil war in Data Centre AlleySubscribe to the FT: ft.com/briefingsaleWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US long-term borrowing costs surged to their highest level in more than two decades, and Gulf foreign ministers plan to meet their Iranian counterpart to negotiate a deal temporarily managing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, Brics – the developing world's answer to the G7 – meets this weekend during a unique moment of opportunity to remake the global order.Mentioned in this podcast:Global bond sell-off reignites as oil jumps to $107Iran and Gulf states to meet in push for Hormuz dealHouthis capture Red Sea port in blow to SaudisVirgin Media O2 owners target £600mn in cost cutsTime for the BricsWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US government bond yields jumped to their highest level in almost three years, and the Japanese yen has strengthened this week. Plus, the IMF ditched a top candidate for chief economist at the last minute, and AI is writing the playbook for venture capital. Mentioned in this podcast:US Treasury yields jump as plans for $6bn buybacks disappoint investors‘I am the house now': Bessent warns currency traders not to bet against yenIMF ditched top candidate for chief economist job over Trump tariff remarksMoonshot capitalism: AI rewrites the venture capital playbookThe Dorchester hotel to sell Qatari sheikh's car over unpaid £460,000 billWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthropic declined to submit its latest model to Britain's AI Security Institute for testing before release, Greece wants to become the next hedge fund hub, and crude prices jumped to nearly $100 a barrel after the US launched fresh strikes on Iranian oil tankers. Plus, as DeepSeek's valuation climbs to more than $70bn, investors are clamouring to get a piece of the Chinese AI company through a secondary market.Mentioned in this podcast:Anthropic withheld latest AI model from UK testing agency How Greece is wooing hedge fundsDeepSeek fundraising frenzy spawns costly shadow marketOil nears $100 as US launches new strikes on Iranian tankers‘Mini-livers' offer a new spin on regenerative medicineWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chinese tech giant Huawei faces a US racketeering trial. Bankers for Anthropic and OpenAI push for top-tier credit ratings. Plus, the EU signals greater openness to mega mergers.Mentioned in this podcast:Was Huawei's rise built on crime? A US jury will decideWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing was produced by Josh Gabert-Doyon, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Mischa Frankl-Duval. Our show was mixed by Breen Turner. Additional help from Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa and Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alternative for Germany (AfD) is projected to surge to first place in regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt, John Ternus faces his first test as Apple CEO, and the US and Ukraine held talks on how to end the conflict with Russia. Plus, defence officials think Europe isn't deterring Moscow's “hybrid” war. Mentioned in this podcast:Far-right AfD surges in German state electionsJohn Ternus's first test at Apple: selling a $2,000 foldable iPhoneTrump envoys hold talks with Zelenskyy in Kyiv after meeting Putin in MoscowEurope failing to deter Russia's ‘hybrid' war, warn defence officialsWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US trade representative Jamieson Greer is President Donald Trump's top trade official. He has played a critical role in negotiations between Washington and its trading partners. This includes recent talks with Canada, whose retaliatory tariffs against the US go into effect later this week. The FT's Aime Williams sat down with Greer for a wide-ranging interview. They covered everything from the trade war with Ottawa, friction points with the UK, to Trump's expected meeting with China's leader Xi Jinping later this month. Mentioned in this podcast:UK is failing to capitalise on Brexit, says top Trump trade officialTrump tariff tracker: US trade, markets and the economyWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Kelly Garry, Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US trade representative says the UK is choosing the EU over America and Deutsche Bank organised almost $1bn of loans to a Hollywood studio landlord now in default. Plus, Nvidia has agreed to buy AI model platform Hugging Face for $13bn, and a look at how chicken became the world's favourite protein.Mentioned in this podcast:UK-EU alignment is ‘problem' for US trade deal, says top Trump officialDeutsche Bank led $1bn of troubled lending to Hollywood studio landlordNvidia to buy open-source AI platform Hugging Face for $13bnHugging Face attack is a wake-up call about the risks of AIFT Series: Big ChickenWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Auditors warned Guggenheim Partners about weak controls within its business, and Uber is teaming up with driver unions to try to slow the rollout of robotaxis. Plus, US oil major Chevron and Italy's Eni are boosting investment in oil production in Venezuela.Mentioned in this podcast:KPMG warned Guggenheim unit over deficiencies in internal controlsUber allies with driver unions in bid to slow robotaxi rolloutChevron to double Venezuela oil production with $7bn pledgeWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Josh Gabert-Doyon. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An FT investigation found Russia has been secretly helping Iran develop advanced supersonic cruise missiles, the US launched fresh strikes on Iran, and the global bond sell-off deepened on Tuesday. Plus, AI groups are racing to address the risk that future models could help users create bioweapons. Mentioned in this podcast:Russia secretly helping Iran develop supersonic cruise missilesUS launches further strikes on Iran as conflict flares upGlobal bond sell-off deepens amid inflation fears‘All it will take is one screw-up': AI groups race to limit bioweapon risksWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wall Street banks are pushing large law firms to cut fees because of AI, and analysts say Donald Trump's Venezuela oil agreement may not succeed in attracting investment from US companies. Plus, London's Tube is set to finally roll out mobile coverage across its entire network by the end of the year. Mentioned in this podcast:Wall Street banks push Big Law to cut fees because of AICan Donald Trump's 65bn-barrel deal revive Venezuela's oil industry?London's Tube finally escapes its mobile blackoutWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Sonja Hutson and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Soaring demand for natural gas has pushed dealmaking to a decade high, the consulting industry is headed for an AI showdown with its own clients, and the Taliban wants to strike a minerals deal with the US. Plus, it's Tim Cook's last day as chief executive of Apple. Mentioned in this podcast:Scramble for gas assets pushes dealmaking to record high Controversial Venezuelan executive courts investors after Trump oil dealConsulting heads for an AI showdown — with its own clientsThe rise of physical AI: can robots save US manufacturing?Taliban sees room for mineral deals with US under Donald TrumpTim Cook's legacy by the numbersAI podcast presenters are here — but I'm not one of themFT Weekend Festival: ft.com/festival Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund has replaced the chief executive at one of the country's flagship real estate mega-projects, and global issuance of zero-interest convertible bonds is on track for a record year. Plus, the EU's closest economic partners are worried about Brussels' increasingly protectionist policies, and Britain's Prime Minister Andy Burnham sought to calm corporate nerves in an interview with the FT. Mentioned in this podcast:Saudi Arabia shakes up flagship real estate projectZero-interest convertible bonds set for record yearEU industrial push strains ties with Switzerland and NorwayAndy Burnham pledges to ‘take pressure off' business ahead of October BudgetListen to Political Fix on Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Spotify.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia reported strong sales, Meta has agreed to pay up to $18bn to settle its blockbuster social media addiction legal battle, and bond investors think that France is Europe's new problem child. Plus, more than $80bn has been wiped off the value of bitcoin treasury companies since the middle of last year.Mentioned in this podcast:Nvidia sales more than double to $96bn on bumper AI demandMeta to pay up to $18bn to settle children's social media harm caseFrance replaces Italy as European bond investors' big worryBitcoin treasury companies shed $80bn in value as business model unwindsWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Traders and analysts are warning oil prices could soon hit $100 a barrel again, Germany is becoming a magnet for international defence groups, and Canada has announced retaliatory tariffs of up to 50 per cent on US imports. Plus, Wall Street is stretching itself to finance massive investment in data centres, and European heatwaves have prompted the continent to look to the Gulf for air-conditioning inspiration. Mentioned in this podcast:Oil crunch threatens to send prices back above $100 a barrel, investors sayThe multiplying risks of investing in data centresCanada announces $20bn retaliatory tariffs as US trade war escalatesBerlin's defence push draws global groups to set up shop in GermanyGulf's outdoor air-con catches eye of EuropeansWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Bessent said the US would expand the scope of secondary sanctions on Iran, and JPMorgan Chase is relaxing its approach to lending money against shares in companies that have recently gone public. Plus, US private equity growth funds raised a record amount of capital in the first half of this year, and Pakistan's focus on securing US financing is a big shift after years of relying on state loans from China.Mentioned in this podcast:Scott Bessent threatens more US sanctions on Iran's economic partnersJPMorgan eases approach on lending against shares to court AI's new wealthPrivate equity growth funds attract record first-half inflows as sector reboundsPakistan seeks US funding in shift from reliance on ChinaCredit: NBC NewsWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US Federal Reserve chair Kevin Warsh will seek to soothe investors' nerves at this week's Jackson Hole symposium, Andy Burnham is headed to Ukraine for his first overseas trip as Britain's prime minister, and Saudi Arabia held talks with London brokers for a state-backed war insurance scheme. Plus, we take a deep dive into an investment giant that's slowly unravelling, and Canada's prime minister says the country is “at war” with the US over trade. Mentioned in this podcast:Warsh seeks to soothe investors' nerves as signs of economic strain mountBurnham to pledge support for long-range missile construction in UkraineMark Walter's unravelling empire tests the insurance trade behind private credit's riseMark Carney says Canada ‘at war' with US over tradeWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Support this week from Kelly Garry. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Investors have warned that Treasury secretary Scott Bessent's attempts to slash long-term US borrowing costs are doomed to fail, and European oil refinery capacity is set to shrink by a fifth over the next decade. Plus, Shanghai's answer to the Nasdaq index is benefiting from an investor frenzy for Chinese technology stocks, and a Chinese court has sentenced Evergrande founder Hui Ka Yan to life in prison.Mentioned in this podcast:Scott Bessent takes on the bond vigilantesWestern oil refinery closures set to continue despite war shockShanghai's answer to Nasdaq outstrips Hong Kong amid Chinese tech frenzyFounder of collapsed Chinese property giant given life sentenceCredit: CNBC Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shares in vaccine-maker Moderna lept after it reported successful trial results for an experimental cancer vaccine, and the US Treasury department will at least double the size of its buyback of long-term government debt. Plus, top US legal firms are sparking controversy for hiring students in their first few months of law school and Irish pubs are disappearing. Mentioned in this podcast:US Treasury to double buybacks of long-term government debtModerna shares double on melanoma vaccine trial successTop US law firms hit by backlash over ‘crazy' hiring of first-year studentsDeath stalks the Irish pubWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran has weighed attacking US military targets in Europe should Donald Trump escalate the war, according to people close to the regime. Long-term borrowing costs across major economies hit multi-decade highs, and Revolut has proposed increasing the amount chief executive Nik Storonsky can borrow against his stake in the fintech fivefold. Plus, US President Donald Trump is presiding over an unlikely clean energy boom. Mentioned in this podcast:Iran eyes targets in Europe if US escalates war, insiders sayGovernment borrowing costs hit multi-decade highsRevolut to let Nik Storonsky borrow up to $250mn against his stake Trump's renewables boomVenomous sea creatures plague Europe's warming beachesWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Airlines are locked in a “stand-off” over whether to cut ticket prices, and Mark Carney is making a last ditch bid to avert Donald Trump's latest tariff threat. Plus, the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history and Malaysia has been an unassuming AI winner.Mentioned in this podcast:Mark Carney in last-ditch effort to avoid Donald Trump's latest tariffsAirlines in ‘stand-off' over price cuts as jet fuel costs easeEbola outbreak becomes DR Congo's deadliestMalaysia profits from data centre boomWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Private credit is under strain as troubled loans swell, JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon warned Britain's chancellor against higher bank taxes, and the cost of shipping through many global maritime chokepoints are hitting record highs. Plus, the US is sitting on a mountain of debt – can anyone fix it? Mentioned in this podcast:Private credit under strain as troubled loans swellJamie Dimon warns UK chancellor against higher bank taxesWar and climate change drive surge in cost of shipping through global chokepointsUS sells 30-year bonds at highest borrowing costs since 2001How Ralph Lauren won the workwear wars as America returned to the officeThe mother of all professional wardrobes Style war: inside Wall Street's battle to revive J Crew Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leading US AI labs are releasing cheaper models to compete with cut-price alternatives from Chinese rivals. Venezuela's government and opposition unite to demand $4bn in gold reserves back from the Bank of England. A flood of foreign currency bond issuance by Big Tech groups is shaking up the world's smaller credit markets. Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema is running for a second term amid growing discontent that citizens aren't seeing the results of the country's economic rebound. Mentioned in this podcast:OpenAI and Anthropic in price war as Chinese AI rivals gain groundVenezuela and its opposition want gold back from Bank of EnglandHyperscaler AI borrowing binge shakes up foreign credit marketsZambia's election becomes battle over copper windfallWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comFT subscription finder: https://find-your-subscription.ft.com/?segmentId=288f5dc5-4a4b-0745-84da-8f07c7202cd4 Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthropic investors expect the AI start-up to be the largest ever initial public offering, Britain is cutting direct aid from states such as South Sudan and Afghanistan, and US inflation edged lower to 3.4 per cent in July as petrol prices declined. Plus, Iranian businesses are increasingly resorting to “buy now, pay later” schemes as the cost of living spirals out of control.Mentioned in this podcast:Anthropic investors bet on $2tn valuation in record IPOUK cut international aid by double its forecast last yearUS inflation falls to 3.4% in JulyIranians opt to ‘buy now, pay later' as cost of living spiralsWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comFT subscription finder: https://find-your-subscription.ft.com/?segmentId=288f5dc5-4a4b-0745-84da-8f07c7202cd4 Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine has halted drone strikes on oil tankers using a critical Black Sea port after a request by the US, suspected Chinese hackers hit Taiwan with an autonomous AI cyber attack, and the head of the Boston Federal Reserve thinks policymakers may be forced to raise rates in September. Plus, measures of volatility in stocks and currencies have tumbled this summer despite the geopolitical uncertainty. Mentioned in this podcast:JD Vance asked Ukraine to halt strikes on tankers using Russian portChina-linked hackers hit Taiwan in unprecedented ‘autonomous' AI cyber attackAmericans are struggling to make ‘ends meet', top Fed official saysVolatility tumbles as markets shrug off Middle East risksCredit: White HouseWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comFT subscription finder: https://find-your-subscription.ft.com/?segmentId=288f5dc5-4a4b-0745-84da-8f07c7202cd4 Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wall Street giants are partnering with Nvidia on a $500bn AI financing deal, the mega-merger between AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb has been put on ice, and queues at some EU airports have doubled because of border checks. Plus, the FT's Malaika Kanaaneh Tapper explains why Morocco's economy isn't helping its young workers. Mentioned in this podcast:Wall Street giants partner with Nvidia on $500bn AI financing dealHow AstraZeneca's pursuit of US rival Bristol Myers unravelledEU airport queues double due to border checks Hotel prices in Europe surge ahead of historic eclipseSpain's migrant amnesty a ‘very bad idea', says Swedish PMMorocco's two-speed economy leaves young workers behindWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comFT subscription finder: https://find-your-subscription.ft.com/?segmentId=288f5dc5-4a4b-0745-84da-8f07c7202cd4 Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China is bypassing shipping chokepoints with an “Ice Silk Road” route through the Arctic, dozens of people have been killed in election clashes in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, and Germany's economy minister warned that growing support for a far-right political party could deter foreign investors. Plus, we take a look at the bank behind China's AI listings bonanza, and how the UAE has won over Washington.Mentioned in this podcast:China bypasses shipping chokepoints with ‘Ice Silk Road' through ArcticDeadly protests in Kashmir test Pakistan's military rulersGerman economy minister warns AfD's rise could deter investorsThe bank behind China's AI listings bonanzaHow the UAE won over WashingtonFT subscription finder: https://find-your-subscription.ft.com/?segmentId=288f5dc5-4a4b-0745-84da-8f07c7202cd4 Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weakened refining capacity in Russia and the Gulf is a boon to US refiners. Plus, the Trump administration's decision to revoke legal protections for migrants could hurt the US economy, and Google is shifting control of its AI effort from London back to Silicon Valley.Mentioned in this podcast:Refining crunch keeps fuel prices high as crude retreatsGoogle shifts AI power back to Brin as DeepMind's Hassabis steps aside‘People are going to kill me': Haitians fear deportation as US revokes protected statusWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran said it reached an agreement with Oman on a route through the Strait of Hormuz, US Democrats hope to win control of Congress in the midterm elections and scammers are taking advantage of the disruption caused by the EU's new crypto rules. Plus, the FT's Joe Daniels explains how Ukrainian drone technology is helping cartels and guerillas in Colombia.Mentioned in this podcast:Iran says it has reached agreement with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping routeProgressive Democrat wins in Michigan in rebuke to party establishmentUS midterm elections 2026: The FT's guideScammers pose as watchdogs to prey on EU crypto rule changesColombian narcos' quest for Ukrainian drone expertiseGoogle DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis steps down in shake-up of AI labCredit: CNNWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SpaceX surpassed analysts' expectations in its debut earnings report, China is hunting for hundreds of billions of dollars in unpaid taxes and power cuts in Tunisia have provoked protests against President Kais Saied. Plus, the rise in US diesel prices is the latest blow to inflation-weary Americans ahead of November's midterm elections.Mentioned in this podcast:SpaceX posts 92% rise in revenue in debut earnings reportChina launches global tax hunt going back decadesTunisia power cuts provoke protests against presidentUS diesel prices overtake Biden-era average in blow to TrumpCredit: ReutersWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Novo Nordisk's CEO checks in on his first year at the helm, and Russia is quietly assembling a "shadow fleet" of ships to circumvent EU sanctions. Plus, we take a deep dive into a historic joint intervention in Japan's currency.Mentioned in this podcast:‘Arrogance kills': Novo chief injects risk-taking into Ozempic-makerAstraZeneca investors raise concerns over mega-merger talksRussia expands shadow LNG fleet ahead of EU banTeam America: Yen policeJapan vows further yen intervention with US if neededListen to Unhedged on Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Spotify.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed and Katya Kumkova. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Special thanks to Nisha Patel. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

UK drugmaker AstraZeneca is in talks to combine with US rival Bristol Myers Squibb, and European governments will hold an online meeting to discuss Spain's migrant crisis. Plus, wildfires and heatwaves in Europe have already cost more than €3bn this year. Mentioned in this podcast:AstraZeneca holds talks with Bristol Myers Squibb over $400bn tie-upEU ministers to discuss Spain's migrant crisis after Sánchez hits out over criticismEurope's fire costs mount to beyond €3bn, FT analysis showsHungary braced for power cuts amid extreme droughtWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazon reported accelerated cloud growth in the quarter to the end of June, and JPMorgan has walked into another football firestorm as it works on a plan with Fifa. Plus, Citadel bought Situational Awareness equity holdings after the hedge fund suffered steep AI losses, and DR Congo's cobalt boom carries an unwanted cargo: uranium. Mentioned in this podcast:Amazon shares surge higher after cloud business grows 37%How JPMorgan walked into another football firestormEuropean nations to boycott World Cup in protest at Fifa's plansCitadel buys Situational Awareness equity holdings after steep AI lossesDR Congo's cobalt boom carries an unwanted cargo: uraniumSave 10% on tickets with the code FTPodcast. Visit ft.com/festival to find out more.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meta and Microsoft reported quarterly earnings as investors raised concerns about AI spending, and the US Federal Reserve held interest rates steady. The Bank of Japan is also expected to leave rates unchanged at its meeting on Friday, and UK oil and gas companies are looking away from the North Sea in favour of foreign investment opportunities.Mentioned in this podcast:Microsoft's cloud business boosts sales as AI investment climbs to $41bnMeta shares drop on falling profits and weak sales forecastUS central bank holds rates steady even as Iran war threatens fresh jolt of inflationUK North Sea oil companies look overseas for growthInvestors warn Bank of Japan faces test to inflation-fighting credibilityListen to Unhedged on Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Spotify.Credit: Federal ReserveSave 10% on tickets with the code FTPodcast. Visit ft.com/festival to find out more.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukraine is shifting its long-range drone campaign to focus on critical Russian infrastructure, and Big Tech companies are facing an AI dilemma as they report quarterly earnings. Plus, Google DeepMind is leaving behind its Nobel-winning AlphaFold project for new ventures, and PwC published “thought leadership” reports containing AI-generated hallucinations.Mentioned in this podcast:Ukraine adapts strikes on Russian energy industry to hit critical componentsChip stocks tumble as AI sell-off deepensGoogle DeepMind dismantles Nobel-winning AlphaFold team in strategy shiftPwC published ‘thought leadership' reports marred by AI hallucinations Listen to Unhedged on Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts or Spotify.Save 10% on tickets to the FT Weekend Festival with the code FTPodcast. Visit ft.com/festival to find out more.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A crucial gauge of risk in holding the debt of companies at the centre of the AI boom has hit a record high, private capital group Ares Management has held talks to acquire Leonard Green & Partners, and French company TotalEnergies will be able to continue selling gas from its flagship Siberian project to Asia. Plus, institutional investors are snapping up bundles of UK homes at large discounts and sales at LVMH's key fashion and handbags division returned to growth for the first time in two years.Mentioned in this podcast:Big Tech credit risks hit record highs as AI spending soarsAres Management has held talks to buy Leonard Green PartnersInvestors snap up bundles of UK properties as housebuilders offer discountsTotalEnergies benefits from EU sanctions reprieve on Russian gasDior rebound helps LVMH's fashion business return to growthSave 10% on tickets with the code FTPodcast. Visit ft.com/festival to find out more.Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Investors raised their bets the Federal Reserve will raise rates on Wednesday after this month's jump in oil prices. And, firefighting efforts were boosted in France and Spain as “violent” wildfires raged. Plus, developing nations make plans for the next energy shock, and US artificial intelligence companies spend record amounts on lobbying. Mentioned in this podcast:Investors crank up bets on Federal Reserve rate rise after oil surge‘Violent' wildfires rage close to French and Spanish citiesIndia and South Africa lead push to amass emergency fuel stockpilesAI companies spend record sums on Washington lobbyingThe new premium product: books written by peopleFT Weekend Festivalft.com/festival Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. Our editor is Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco and Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello, Peter Barber and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's global head of audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.