Follow RT on The US House of Representatives has finally voted to pass President Joe Biden’s expansive $1.9 trillion social and climate spending bill. The central pillar of the president’s agenda must now go before the Senate. RT’s Boom Bust is joined by co-host Christy Ai to discuss how printing…
What will robots do to your job? Boom Bust finds out
Follow RT on US employers are in a tough spot as millions of Americans have left their jobs for a wide range of reasons, including better benefits or wages, forcing North American companies to raise orders for robots to record numbers. RT’s Boom Bust is joined by futurist and emerging…
Boom Bust explores what’s next for gas market as Germany puts brakes on Russian pipeline
Follow RT on European natural gas prices soared on Tuesday after Germany suspended certification of the Russian Nord Stream 2 pipeline, saying it can only certify companies organized in compliance with German law. Boom Bust discusses the latest with a panel of guests to find out what all of this…
US shouldn’t tax billionaires, finance guru tells Boom Bust
Follow RT on Supply chains remain strained in the United States as the nation’s economy attempts to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic and Federal Reserve claims that rising inflation is simply transitory. Boom Bust talks with Peter Schiff of Euro Pacific Capital about the latest figures and his views on…
Boom Bust explores whether China could ever quit coal
Follow RT on China’s imports of coal in October nearly doubled year-on-year as the nation turned to the fossil fuel to fight surging energy prices. This comes as world leaders put pressure on countries to turn to clean energy. Boom Bust talks to Octavio Marenzi of Opimas LLC and Todd…
RT’s Boom Bust finds out who started rumor about Kroger accepting Bitcoin Cash & lined their pockets on the surge
Follow RT on The price of Bitcoin Cash popped nearly 5% on Friday morning on reports that grocery giant Kroger would begin accepting the cryptocurrency as a form of payment. However, the report turned out to be false. After the company said the press release which appeared on Kroger’s website…
How do American billionaires get away with not paying taxes? RT’s Boom Bust finds out
Follow RT on In an effort to finance President Biden’s $2 trillion spending package, Senate Democrats have proposed a change in the way the assets of billionaires are taxed. Former US Congressman Alan Grayson (D-FL) and Jeffrey Tucker of the Brownstone Institute debate the issue on Boom Bust. For more…
Could coal be making a comeback? RT’s Boom Bust wants to know
Follow RT on The global energy crunch is forcing countries to return to coal as surging electricity prices slow economic recovery in the wake of the Covid pandemic. Boom Bust asks David Tawil of ProChain Capital to lend his insights on the energy shortage and how the world is compensating….
Global supply chains could face ‘catastrophic’ ransomware attacks, cyber security expert tells Boom Bust
Follow RT on Cyber security experts at Microsoft have warned that hackers are targeting the global technology supply chain, with around 140 resellers and technology providers having been hit by ransomware attacks since May. Boom Bust talks to Todd Shipley of Dark Intel about the worrisome situation and what all…
We are in a ‘global supply chain pandemic’ that could be as severe as Covid, Prof. Quelch tells Boom Bust
Follow RT on EU leaders are sounding the alarm about a shortage of magnesium coming from China that could take a toll on the bloc’s economy. A number of business groups are warning of the imminent risk of Europe-wide production shutdowns. Boom Bust’s Ben Swann and John Quelch, dean of the…
‘Wind not blowing this year!’ Boom Bust looks at how climate policies relate to the global energy crunch
Follow RT on While nations across the world are pledging to move away from fossil fuels toward renewables, energy prices continue to surge. The crisis could leave tens of millions of Europeans facing a freezing cold winter, some experts say. Boom Bust talks to Tobin Smith of Transformity Research about…
The future of money is ABSOLUTELY digital, expert tells Boom Bust
Follow RT on Bitcoin smashed an all-time high just one day after launching its first futures contract on the New York Stock Exchange. At the same time, global central banks are considering the feasibility of national digital currencies. RT’s Boom Bust talks about the new frontier for bitcoin and the…
Boom Bust looks at a possible criminal investigation into Amazon’s market dominance
Follow RT on US House lawmakers are threatening to seek a criminal investigation of Amazon, saying the tech giant has one “final chance” to correct previous testimony by executives about its competition practices. Brent Jabbour and Rachel Blevins discuss the issue of undercutting practices Big Tech engage in to sell…
How do US crypto miners plan to make the energy-intensive process more efficient? RT’s Boom Bust finds out
Follow RT on The US has now officially become the world leader in bitcoin mining, doubling its share in the energy-intensive activity after miners were forced out of China by a sweeping mining ban. Experts say miners are driven by economic goals in both their choice of the US for…
Boom Bust looks at Jamie Dimon’s mood swings toward bitcoin
Follow RT on JPMorgan Chase’s CEO Jamie Dimon once again attacked the top cryptocurrency this week, calling bitcoin “worthless” and saying he still isn’t buying into the hype surrounding the crypto. The critical remarks come in contrast to growing crypto interest by mainstream financial institutions, including his own bank. Dimon…
Is Facebook failing to take responsibility for its content? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on Following a disastrous week, Facebook says it is willing to open up its algorithm to federal scrutiny to make sure it is performing as intended and not harming users. However, the social media giant appears to be shifting the blame on its own algorithm without the company…
Could cryptocurrency boom affect financial stability of emerging economies? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that tougher regulation is needed to prevent the rapid growth of cryptocurrencies in emerging markets as it could lead to financial instability there. Boom Bust talks to Aly Madhavji of the Blockchain Founders Fund about the IMF’s statements on the…
Boom Bust analyzes state of global debt, fast approaching a record $300 TRILLION
Follow RT on About $4.8 trillion were added to the global debt pile in the second quarter of this year, pushing the total to a record high of $296 trillion, according to data from the Institute of International Finance (IIF). Governments that poured trillions in monetary and fiscal stimulus support…
What’s the future of oil production? RT’s Boom Bust finds out ahead of OPEC+ meeting
Follow RT on The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies are set to raise oil output due to concerns over softening demand amid the latest surge in Delta variant cases and rig shutdowns in the Gulf of Mexico. RT’s Boom Bust is joined by Octavio Marenzi…
How will rising chip prices impact consumers? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on As the global semiconductor chip shortage drags on, the world’s largest manufacturer, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, has announced it is raising prices by as much as 20% to keep up with demand. Boom Bust’s Christy Ai explains whether consumers will now have to pay more for their electronics….
Why does the crypto industry continue to grow amid global crackdown? Boom Bust finds out
Follow RT on Governments and watchdogs around the world continue to issue warnings about the growth, size, and rate of adoption of cryptocurrencies. This comes as bitcoin’s total value exceeds $900 billion. RT’s Ben Swann and Christy Ai talk about the reasons for the crypto industry’s continued growth despite tighter…
RT’s Boom Bust investigates what’s behind recent cyberattacks
Follow RT on Cryptocurrency platform Poly Network has announced that almost all of the $610 million stolen this month, in one of the biggest crypto heists ever, has now been returned by the unknown hackers. Christy Ai explains why hackers attacked the blockchain network and what’s the motivation behind such…
Why does Tesla get away with deceptive autopilot claims? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on Two US senators are calling on the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Tesla over the company’s claims that its vehicles are self-driving, after a number of deadly crashes involving Tesla models using the autopilot function. Christy Ai and Ben Swann discuss the cult of personality phenomenon of…
Could bitcoin have helped Afghans keep their savings? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on Afghanistan’s currency continues to plummet as the country descends into chaos, the government flees, and the Taliban takes over. As Afghans watch their savings disappear, Boom Bust wonders if bitcoin could have made a difference in the country by preserving people’s wealth. For more stories on economy…
Why is the sun never going to set on the British economy? RT’s Boom Bust would like to know
Follow RT on As the UK emerged from Covid-related lockdown the economy rose 4.8% in the second quarter, after a contraction of 1.6%, recorded in the first three months of the year. The economy, propped up by retail, restaurants and hotels, is still 4.4% below pre-pandemic levels in February 2020….
Do China’s latest Covid lockdowns threaten global economic recovery? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on A new outbreak of Covid-19 in China has led to another wave of lockdowns. Professor Richard Wolff shares his perspective on what it means for the global economic recovery. For more stories on economy & finance visit RT’s business section
Will China’s big business crackdown hurt international investment? RT’s Boom Bust finds out
Follow RT on As Beijing continues its clampdown on major domestic businesses, some international investors are dialing back their involvement in China. Boom Bust’s Ben Swann discusses SoftBank’s latest decision to pause investment in the world’s second-largest economy. For more stories on economy & finance visit RT’s business section
As US eviction moratorium expires, will millions of Americans be thrown out of their homes? RT’s Boom Bust wants to know
Follow RT on With the Covid pandemic forcing many out of work, over 11.5 million Americans are behind on rent, that includes 1 in 5 renters with children. Washington says it has done its job by allocating $46 billion in rental assistance, and it’s up to state and local officials…
What’s the future of Nikola after arrest of its founder on fraud charges? RT’s Boom Bust wants to know
Follow RT on The founder of electric carmaker Nikola, Trevor Milton, has been arrested and charged with making false statements to bolster stock sales. Boom Bust asks automotive expert and analyst Lauren Fix what the future holds for Nikola and whether the company can survive the scandal. For more stories…
With markets addicted to QE, can the Fed afford to hit the brakes on money printing? RT’s Boom Bust investigates
Follow RT on As the United States continues to recover from the economic strain caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Federal Reserve is considering its next move this week. CEO of Quill Intelligence Danielle DiMartino Booth joins Boom Bust to offer an insider’s view on the Fed’s policy plans. For more stories…