TechCheck with Guy Adami & a Conversation with Scott Wapner

Guy Adami joins for a special pod to discuss developments surrounding semiconductor companies, particularly NVIDIA and AMD, and their impact on market dynamics. They investigate AMD's recent performance and guidance within the context of the growing AI ecosystem and competition with NVIDIA. The episode also covers the volatile stock movements of Super Micro, Dell, and CDWC, examining factors such as market cap trends and competitive pressures. Shifting focus, they analyze Google and Meta's strategic integration of AI to boost ad revenues and market positioning, emphasizing Google's recent positive earnings report. The episode wraps up with insights into the fluctuating fortunes of Snap and the ascent of Reddit in the digital advertising space.  Dan Nathan is joined by CNBC’s Scott Wapner, known for hosting ‘Halftime Report’ and ‘Closing Bell.’ They reminisce about Scott's career journey, from his pre-CNBC days to hosting prominent shows, discussing the market dynamics over the years, especially in the backdrop of the financial crisis. Wapner also delves into his sports memorabilia collection, his interactions with sports figures, and evolving market commentary. Highlights include the critical role of financial crises in shaping market perspectives, responsibility in stock recommendations, and the nuances of hosting market-focused shows. The conversation shifts to sports, discussing MLB's Dodgers-Yankees rivalry and the rising valuations of sports teams, touching on the impact of private equity in the sports market.  Checkout Scott's Book 'When the Wolves Bite' — View our show notes here Learn more about Current: current.com Listen to 'Strategic Alternatives': https://www.rbccm.com/en/gib/ma-inflection-points Email us at [email protected] with any feedback, suggestions, or questions for us to answer on the pod and follow us @OkayComputerPod. We’re on social: Follow @dee_bosa on Twitter Follow @GuyAdami on Twitter Follow us on Instagram @RiskReversalMedia Subscribe to our YouTube page