Morning Brew Daily What Biden Dropping Out Means for Markets & The IT Outage That Halted Almost Everything
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Jul 22, 2024 Joe Biden's unexpected withdrawal from the 2024 race raises questions about market dynamics and fundraising for Kamala Harris. Meanwhile, a global IT outage linked to a cybersecurity firm disrupted crucial services worldwide. The box office buzz surrounds 'Twisters,' challenging sequel fatigue amidst audience excitement. In an intriguing twist, a Chinese company is developing AI avatars to bring deceased loved ones back to life, sparking ethical conversations about digital immortality. What an eventful week in news and entertainment!
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Insane News Week
- Neal and Toby discussed a busy news week, citing various events like a presidential COVID case and an assassination attempt.
- They also highlighted the revelation that Hello Kitty is not a cat, but a little girl, shocking Toby.
Biden Drops Out
- President Biden's dropping out of the 2024 race is unprecedented in its timing so close to the election.
- This creates uncertainty in politics and markets, with Kamala Harris likely to be the nominee.
Shocking Withdrawal
- Biden's withdrawal was shocking despite not being a complete surprise.
- The timing is unprecedented, leaving little time for the Democratic Party to regroup and adapt.