Altman’s Microsoft move, Argentina’s shock, hostage hopes and TikTok dupes

Sam Altman, former CEO of OpenAI, discusses his unexpected move to Microsoft. Efforts to free hostages in Gaza and Argentina's election results are also covered. There is a chapter on the passing of Rosalind Carter, dismissal of the Ukrainian medical forces commander, surge of Japanese shares, and rise of brand duplicates promoted on TikTok. The impact of dupes on big brands and market response is explored, including campaigns and potential transition of dupeshoppers into brand shoppers.