Linette Lopez

Linette Lopez is a tech reporter at Insider covering the intersection of technology and business. She previously covered Wall Street and the world's biggest companies for Business Insider, including Apple's AI ambitions, Elon Musk's support for Donald Trump, and China's economic plans. Linette has also reported on Boeing's decline, private equity firms' downfall, and the impact of inflation on the global economy. Her work often explores the consequences of technological advancements and their effects on society.

Biography:  https://www.businessinsider.com/author/linette-lopez?op=1

82%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • The thing is, reality has been making a mockery of experts’ assumptions all year long.
  • This divergence in interest policy, over time, has the potential to bring that same frantic energy to currency markets.
  • What seems like a slam dunk for Wall Street is not such good news for either the US or the global economy.

Conflicts of Interest

94%

Examples:

  • China was supposed to have ‘achieved iconic advances’ in AI by 2020.
  • Elon Musk is all in on Trump.
  • Xi Jinping sees technology as key to shaking China out of its economic malaise.

Contradictions

51%

Examples:

  • As the hope for cuts faded, the performance of major stock indexes has become decidedly ‘meh.’
  • Since 2017, China has been planning to dominate the creation, application, and dissemination of generative artificial intelligence by 2020.
  • The European Central Bank cut its benchmark rate by 0.25% on Thursday.

Deceptions

63%

Examples:

  • Everything must go right, or global markets could turn violent.
  • Reality has been making a mockery of experts’ assumptions all year long.

Recent Articles

Elon Musk's Surprising Endorsement of Donald Trump: Implications for Space Policy and Tesla

Elon Musk's Surprising Endorsement of Donald Trump: Implications for Space Policy and Tesla

Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 Elon Musk's surprise endorsement of Donald Trump's re-election campaign in July 2024 raises questions about potential implications for US space policy and Tesla. The relationship between the two men, characterized by shared interests in space exploration and business deregulation, could prioritize funding for ambitious missions like moon and Mars colonization. However, Musk's financial motivations may also play a role due to regulatory pressures on Tesla in the electric vehicle market.
Hedge Fund Industry Experiences Volatility: Long/Short Funds, Multi-Strategy Funds Affected

Hedge Fund Industry Experiences Volatility: Long/Short Funds, Multi-Strategy Funds Affected

Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024 Hedge funds, particularly long/short and multi-strategy ones, suffered significant losses in recent days due to market volatility caused by factors like momentum, high volatility, concentrated stocks, and crowded trades. The Nasdaq 100 index experienced a decline of 2.9%, while gold hit an all-time high amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical risks. Despite challenges, some hedge funds remain bullish on certain sectors.
US Economy Drives Global Growth Amidst Economic Uncertainties and Political Shifts

US Economy Drives Global Growth Amidst Economic Uncertainties and Political Shifts

Broke On: Thursday, 30 May 2024 Amidst weak economic activity in Europe and China, the US, with its consumer-driven economy and expected 2x faster growth rate than major developed countries (IMF), is fueling global expansion. Despite higher interest rates and inflation, India's 6.8% growth rate makes it an attractive manufacturing source (IMF). However, elections in various countries could impact investment environments.
China's AI Ambitions: Xi Jinping's Role in Shaping the Global Tech Landscape

China's AI Ambitions: Xi Jinping's Role in Shaping the Global Tech Landscape

Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 China, under President Xi Jinping's leadership, is making significant strides in artificial intelligence (AI) development with the goal of dominating its creation, application, and dissemination by 2020. Chinese tech giants like Baidu and Alibaba are joining the race. However, challenges such as limited language data sets and sensitive topic control persist. The potential implications for global power dynamics are significant.
SP500 Rallies Towards New All-Time Highs Amid Easing Fed Bias and Strong Corporate Performance

SP500 Rallies Towards New All-Time Highs Amid Easing Fed Bias and Strong Corporate Performance

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 The S&P 500 rebounded from a significant decline due to inflation concerns and potential interest rate hikes, with the Fed indicating an easing bias in 2024. The index saw its best weekly gain of the year, ending three consecutive weeks of losses. Despite recent volatility and higher yields, companies reported strong earnings and revenue in Q1 2024. Inflation remains a concern but has shown signs of moderation.