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TechCheck

Where Silicon Valley meets Wall Street, TechCheck dives deep into stocks, trades, trends and opportunities focused on new technologies while highlighting news from mega-cap heavyweights, social media darlings, streaming giants, growth software and red-hot disruptors. Everyday TechCheck delivers investors what they need to know with compelling in-depth reporting and analysis from investors, analysts and leaders in the industry.
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Episodes

TechCheck+ Oscars Preview & The Future of Moviegoing 3/10/23

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin is on the red carpet ahead of Sunday’s Oscars with an expert cast to talk all things media, streaming & moviegoing. Julia spoke with Gail Berman, producer of Oscar nominated “Elvis” along with Jackie Brenneman from The Cinema Foundation and Matthew Belloni from Puck. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 202335 min

The Fallout and Failure of Silicon Valley Bank 3/10/23

A run at Silicon Valley Bank, a failure and the regulators take over. Inside the fallout of a major bank seizing up, and how it will ripple through the market, through tech, through the investment landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 10, 20239 min

TechCheck+ Zuckerberg’s Steve Jobs Moment 03/10/23

Mark Zuckerberg has promised this is the “year of efficiency” – out is the metaverse, in are cost cuts, focus, discipline. But one noted tech investor says it’s about more than just righting the cost structure of the business and cutting some payroll – it’s about repositioning the company to take advantage of the next great wave of computing. Couldn’t do this and not mention A.I. once. Can Zuckerberg turn around this ship, and what his relationship with Wall Street can tell us. Hosted by Simplec...

Mar 10, 20239 min

TechCheck+ Bessemer Venture Partners' Elliott Robinson 3/9/23

CNBC TechCheck Anchor Deirdre Bosa talks with Elliott Robinson of Bessemer Venture Partners about the current market outlook amid rising interest rates and macroeconomic concerns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 09, 202310 min

Silvergate, Silicon Valley Bank & UBER For Spinning Out Your Logistics Business 3/9/23

Tough morning if your company name begins with S-I-L. Tough morning if you’re a California-based bank. Tough morning if you’re a bank that dove into tech. Deirdre reports, tying together the drama at Silvergate and Silicon Valley Bank, crypto and the startup/private tech company ecosystem. And why might Uber spin out its freight business, and more importantly, why now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ...

Mar 09, 20236 min

Software Buyouts 3/8/23

"a difficult time in this market" -- can make for some interesting opportunities. Deirdre looks at a few possible buyout targets within software, based off the reported deal that Silverlake is trying to make for Qualtrics. But could others be coming, and at what prices? Also some quick analysis from Orlando Bravo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising....

Mar 08, 20234 min

MORE Layoffs at Meta and Sonos As Higher-Price Case Study 3/7/23

Why are tech companies doing multiple rounds of layoffs? Meta reportedly the latest. Investor Brad Gerstner told CNBC today: “This is a re-founding moment for Zuckerberg akin to Jobs coming back to Apple and realizing the complex management blob had undermined talent, velocity and invention.” And SONOS – out with a new high-end connected speaker today. Why did it price it here in this economic environment? We talked to CEO Patrick Spence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

Mar 07, 20235 min

What Musk vs AWS Tells Us About Cloud Pricing and An ARM IPO A-Coming 3/6/23

Elon Musk is reportedly looking to cut his AWS bill, and it’s highlighting a major theme in software right now: how consumption-based fee models are affecting enterprise cloud companies. If you only pay for what you use, and you use less… you’re going to pay less, and what does that do for Amazon, Microsoft, Google’s growth rates. PLUS – reports that an ARM IPO is coming to the US. A major exit for Softbank and Masa Son and a major loss for the London Stock Exchange. LISTEN UP. Hosted by Simplec...

Mar 06, 20238 min

Semi Hot Start To The Year, Amazon HQ HOLD ON, and The Debacle at Silvergate 3/3/23

Semiconductor stocks have outperformed this year – why, why now and what it has to do with AI and ChatGPT. Amazon pausing further construction on its HQ2 in Virginia. PLUS – MORE crypto fallout, this time in the banking world and its hitting a publicly traded stock Silvergate Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 03, 20238 min

TechCheck+ AI’S “iPhone Moment” – Separating ChatGPT Hype and Reality 03/03/23

In the first installment of TechCheck Weekly, Deirdre Bosa looks at the next stage in the AI arms race: the hype wars -- whose announcements are real, which companies are best positioned and why it matters for investors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 03, 20237 min

The Real Story in Enterprise Spending and Cash Burn 3/2/23

Salesforce was strong, but Snowflake and Box forecasts have the street worried. Plus – speaking of growth, Rivian’s cash burn has us thinking about the biggest burners of all time – think Uber and Netflix and Tesla. Where burn stops burning from here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 02, 20236 min

The Pressure on Salesforce and Putting The Instacart Before The Horse 3/1/23

Salesforce reported strong numbers, but it’s under pressure from a number of activist investors pushing for margin growth. And the IPO market has been frozen shut. Could Instacart warm it up? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mar 01, 20236 min

A TikTok Ban and Everyone’s Trying to Make an AI Announcement 2/28/23

What would a TikTok ban mean for American tech companies amid a wider U.S. / China decoupling in tech, and Deirdre runs through all the companies trying to make an AI announcement – what’s real and what’s flextape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 28, 20237 min

TechCheck+ Cleo Capital’s Sarah Kunst on black VCs' investment dollars 2/28/23

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin spoke with Sarah Kunst of Cleo Capital about a new report in partnership with Harvard Business School that examines U.S. venture assets under management. The report shows that just 1% of venture capital in 2020 was managed by black investors. The two break down the report and talk about solutions to the industry’s diversity problem. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adverti...

Feb 28, 202315 min

The Quality Question for tech stocks, and Nvidia’s AI ChatGPT Opportunity 2/27/23

Deirdre Bosa debuts the new TechCheck format – the stories investors need to know within tech. The gang starts with a discussion of unprofitable, high-beta tech stocks, with Zoom earnings coming after the bell and a lot more software names this week. The Nasdaq 100 is coming off its worst week of the year, with unprofitable names underperforming and “quality” names holding up the best. A bright spot though? Nvidia. We look at the opportunity for Nvidia in ChatGPT, AI products, and the demand the...

Feb 27, 20235 min

LA Clippers Owner & Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer on Artificial Intelligence & NBA Tech Initiatives 2/17/23

Our anchors begin today’s show with CNBC’s Steve Liesman breaking down the Fed’s messaging around rate hikes, and CNBC’s Kate Rooney looks at the risk-on rally driving Bitcoin higher. Then, CNBC’s Mike Santoli looks at short sellers closing out their tech bets, and our Deirdre Bosa shares highlights from her post-earnings interview with DoorDash CEO Tony Xu. Next, our Julia Boorstin reports on the continued weakness in the ad market, and Procore CEO Tooey Courtemanche discusses the construction ...

Feb 17, 202347 min

TechCheck+ Exclusive: SNAP CEO Evan Siegel 2/16/23

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin sits down with SNAP CEO Evan Siegel to discuss the increase in active users and the company’s roadmap for how it will exceed 1 billion users. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 17, 20238 min

Three C-Suite Perspectives on Results: Twilio CEO Jeff Lawson, Synopsys CEO Aart de Geus & Toast CEO Chris Comparato 2/16/23

Our anchors begin today’s show with CNBC’s Steve Liesman reporting on New York Fed data showing an increase in household debt, and CNBC’s Kristina Partsinevelos covers a few companies that could become profitable sooner than expected. Then, Twilio Co-Founder and CEO Jeff Lawson breaks down the enterprise software firm’s earnings sending shares higher, and our Julia Boorstin looks at quarterly results from Roku and Paramount. Next, Synopsys CEO Aart de Geus breaks down the chip designer’s latest ...

Feb 16, 202344 min

TechCheck+ The Future of A.I. Technology & Impact on Education 2/15/23

As AI hype hits a fever pitch, CNBC's Brandon Gomez and Fahiemah Al-Ali kick off a conversation around the widespread interest in the technology with Paper co-founder and CEO Philip Cutler and 'Not a Bot' and 'AI for Anyone' founder Haroon Choudery. They discussed why tools like ChatGPT have captured the attention of mainstream audiences and how Big Tech is responding with new products, including Microsoft’s integration of ChatGPT into their 'Bing' search engine and Google’s competitor 'Bard.' P...

Feb 15, 202332 min

Akamai CEO Tom Leighton on Earnings, Airbnb Delivers in Q4 & Goldman Sachs Scraps DTC Credit Card Plan 2/15/23

Our anchors begin today’s show with Satori Fund Founder Dan Niles discussing whether to trust tech stocks rallying in 2023, and Akamai CEO Tom Leighton joins on the cybersecurity and cloud company’s latest earnings. Then, our Julia Boorstin previews streaming platform Roku’s results after the bell, and Canvas Ventures General Partner Mike Ghaffary weighs in on Airbnb’s valuation and performance in Q4. Later, CNBC’s Hugh Son reports on Goldman Sachs scrapping plans for a direct-to-consumer credit...

Feb 15, 202343 min

TechCheck+ CookUnity CEO on Creating a Chef-To-Consumer Marketplace 2/14/23

CNBC's Julia Boorstin chats with CookUnity co-founder and CEO Mateo Marietti on creating the first chef-to-consumer marketplace in food delivery, closing the chef distribution gap, the company's ambitious expansion plans, and Marietti's mission to become the 'Spotify' of food delivery. They also discussed the platform's "digital-first business," and how CookUnity is working with farmers to create a sustainable model while providing critical tech layer infrastructure for both the consumer app and...

Feb 14, 202315 min

Inflation Rises to Start 2023, GlobalFoundries CEO Thomas Caulfield on Earnings & Checking the State of Venture Capital 02/14/23

Our anchors begin today’s show with CNBC’s Steve Liesman and Mike Santoli breaking down January’s hotter-than-expected inflation data, and CNBC’s Kristina Partsinevelos reports on Citadel Securities disclosing a stake in crypto bank Silvergate Capital. Next, GlobalFoundries CEO Thomas Caulfield discusses the chipmaker’s Q4 earnings beat, and RSE Ventures Co-Founder and CEO Matt Higgins offers his outlook for the state of venture capital. Later, IAC CEO Joey Levin weighs in on the company’s lates...

Feb 14, 202344 min

Lawmakers Renew Calls for TikTok Ban, Check Point Software CEO Gil Shwed on Earnings & Evercore ISI Upgrades Zillow to Buy 2/13/23

Our anchors begin today’s show with CNBC’s Eunice Yoon covering what to expect from China’s potential reopening, and CNBC’s Arjun Kharpal reports on China’s e-commerce push in the U.S. Then, our Julia Boorstin looks at lawmakers reviving efforts to ban TikTok, and CNBC’s Rick Santelli breaks down the New York Fed’s consumer expectations survey ahead of tomorrow’s CPI report. Next, Check Point Software CEO Gil Shwed joins after the cybersecurity firm delivered a beat in Q4, and CNBC’s Frank Holla...

Feb 13, 202345 min

TechCheck+ NFL’s Chief Media Officer on the Future of Sports Streaming 2/11/23

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin speaks with the NFL’s chief media and business officer Brian Rolapp from the Super Bowl in Arizona. Rolapp discusses this year’s big game, ratings, the league’s move to bring Sunday Ticket to YouTube, and what it all means for the future of sports streaming. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 12, 202319 min

Breaking Down Super Bowl Ad Spending, Expedia Group CEO Peter Kern on Earnings & DraftKings CEO Jason Robins on Sports Betting 2/10/23

We begin today’s show with CNBC’s Mike Santoli looking at this week’s divergence in the performance of the major indices, and our Julia Boorstin reports on ad spending for the Super Bowl this weekend. Then, Expedia Group CEO Peter Kern discusses travel demand after the travel platform posted a miss in Q4, and CNBC’s Kate Rooney covers the SEC doubling down on efforts to regulate crypto. Later, DraftKings CEO Jason Robins offers his outlook for sports betting ahead of the big game on Sunday, and ...

Feb 10, 202343 min

TechCheck+ Oma Fertility CEO on using AI to improve IVF outcomes 2/10/23

CNBC's Meg Tirrell sits down with Oma Fertility Co-founder and CEO Gurjeet Singh to discuss how the company is using AI to improve the future of fertility outcomes and lower costs for patients. Singh will discuss Oma Fertility's technology during the IVF process—including how Oma uses machine learning for optimal sperm selection and overall treatment efficacy. They'll also chat about Oma's nationwide expansion into patient-level clinics and their mission to make fertility care more effective and...

Feb 10, 202315 min

TechCheck+ Tala founder and CEO Shivani Siroya on fintech's global growth 2/9/23

CNBC's Julia Boorstin speaks with Shivani Siroya, founder and CEO of Tala, an emerging markets microlender. Siroya dives into the the company's success in the current economic environment and shares why she thinks fintech can help dissolve barriers to entry for entrepreneurs worldwide. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 09, 202315 min

Disney’s Earnings Beat the Street, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence on Q4 Results & General Motors Partners with GlobalFoundries 2/9/23

We begin today’s show breaking down Disney’s earnings and cost-cutting plans, with insight from our Julia Boorstin, former Amazon Studios Head of Strategy Matthew Ball and Cowen Managing Director Doug Creutz. Then, Sonos CEO Patrick Spence breaks down the audio equipment maker’s strong holiday quarter, and CNBC’s Phil LeBeau reports on a new partnership between General Motors and chipmaker GlobalFoundries. Next, New Age Wealth Advisors Co-Founder Todd Gordon weighs in on fintech results from Aff...

Feb 09, 202343 min

Alphabet Plunges on AI Chatbot Rollout, Uber’s Earnings Beat the Street & Khosla Ventures Founder Vinod Khosla on Artificial Intelligence 2/8/23

Our anchors begin today’s show looking at Alphabet shares sliding on the company’s AI chatbot rollout, with analysis from Verge Editor-in-Chief Nilay Patel and Evercore ISI Head of Internet Research Mark Mahaney. Then, our Julia Boorstin previews Disney’s earnings after the bell, and CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports on legal fees stemming from the collapse of FTX. Next, Goldman Sachs Asset Management Portfolio Manager Brook Dane discusses how to position your portfolio amid rising rates, and CNBC’s K...

Feb 08, 202344 min

TechCheck+ Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella 2/7/23

CNBC’s Jon Fortt sits down with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to discuss its new AI-powered updates to its Bing search engine, Edge browser and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb 07, 202316 min
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