{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Fed Cuts, Bitcoin Shrugs, and AI Takes Over Christmas","description":" In this episode of ABCD Roundup, Mark and Xavier unpack a whirlwind of market and tech headlines. Bitcoin holds steady in the low 90s following the Fed\u2019s 0.25% rate cut, sparking debate on monetary policy and crypto adoption. Media consolidation heats up as Paramount launches a hostile bid for Warner Bros., countering Netflix\u2019s merger move. AI&amp;nbsp;continues to see explosive growth, as OpenAI tops Apple\u2019s App Store as 2025\u2019s most downloaded app, while&amp;nbsp;Tavus\u2019 AI-powered Santa captivates users for hours daily, raising questions about tech\u2019s role in human connection. They&amp;nbsp;then&amp;nbsp;spotlight Australia\u2019s groundbreaking ban on teen social media use and explore IPO trends with the \u201cChart of the Week,\u201d revealing investor appetite for mega-valued private companies and a&amp;nbsp;potential&amp;nbsp;return to pre-pandemic norms.&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;   Remember to Stay Current!&amp;nbsp;   To learn more, visit us on the web at https:\/\/www.morgancreekcap.com\/morgan-creek-digital\/. To speak to a team member or sign up for&amp;nbsp;additional&amp;nbsp;content, please email mcdigital@morgancreekcap.com&amp;nbsp;   Legal Disclaimer&amp;nbsp;   This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a solicitation for the sale of any security, advisory, or other service. Investments related to the themes and ideas discussed may be owned by funds managed by the host and podcast guests. Any conflicts mentioned by the host are subject to change. Listeners should consult their personal financial advisors before making any investment decisions.&amp;nbsp;  ","author_name":"Digital Currents","author_url":"http:\/\/digitalcurrents.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39368780\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39368780"}