President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that creates a “voluntary framework” for the US to gain early access to cutting-edge AI models, and the conviction of short seller Andrew Left may change how investors take positions. Plus, gold has overtaken US Treasuries as the world’s top reserve asset, and we’ll look at how Deutsche Bank moved past its reputation as the sick bank of Europe. 

Mentioned in this podcast:

Donald Trump signs watered-down AI vetting order after Maga infighting

Short seller Andrew Left found guilty of securities fraud

Gold replaces US Treasuries as world’s top reserve asset, ECB says

How Deutsche Bank learned to stop chasing America

Shipping tycoon prefers $200,000 fee to cross Strait of Hormuz to ‘this hassle’

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