Bloomberg Businessweek Bloomberg Businessweek Weekend - December 27th, 2025
Dec 26, 2025
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James D. White
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John Levy
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Anu Bradford
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Max Chafkin
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Nikki Eckstein
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Brad Stone
Brad Stone, Editor of Bloomberg Businessweek, explores the impact of AI and political shifts in 2025. Nikki Eckstein shares insights on Gabon's wildlife tourism and recommends the serene Greek mountains as a travel destination. Max Chafkin discusses Elon Musk's intertwining of politics and company growth, while Anu Bradford delves into global AI regulations, favoring the EU's rights-based approach. John Levy emphasizes the power of emotional intelligence in teams, and James D. White reveals strategies for building a people-first corporate culture.
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Investor Belief Drove Tesla’s Run
- Tesla's valuation rise reflected investor bets on future regulatory wins and autonomy, not current sales strength.
- Musk's political ties and narrative shaped investor expectations more than operational performance.
X Became A Right-Leaning Niche Platform
- X (formerly Twitter) lost broad media influence but gained niche power on the right and as a vehicle for collecting AI training data.
- Its value shifted from mainstream discourse to focused political and AI utility.
Three Competing AI Rulebooks
- Global regulation of AI is diverging: EU leads with preemptive rules, the U.S. lags, and China pursues state-driven control.
- Regulation need not kill innovation; governance can protect rights while allowing progress.