AI chatbot race enters crunch phase

Nigel Farage has told donors he expects to do an election deal with the Conservatives, and the race to narrow OpenAI’s dominance in the chatbot race. Plus, Eurozone inflation unexpectedly turns higher and China’s biopharma industry could be a threat to western dominance in the sector.

Mentioned in this podcast:

Farage tells donors he expects to do an election deal with the Tories

Mistral unveils new models in race to gain edge in ‘open’ AI

OpenAI’s Sam Altman declares ‘code red’ after rivals make advances

Eurozone inflation unexpectedly rises to 2.2% in November

Will the next blockbuster drug come from China?

Donald Trump says he will nominate Federal Reserve chair in ‘early’ 2026

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