U.S. Seeks Biggest Change to Economic-Data Releases in Decades

The transcript discusses the current process of data dissemination by the BLS, where journalists receive data in advance to prepare stories. Changes are proposed to remove computers from the room, affecting the ability to prepare stories. The impact on fund managers is debated, with algorithmic trading dominating immediate market reactions. Concerns are raised about the technological capacity to handle data scraping if data is released online. The discussion concludes with skepticism about achieving a level playing field in data access.

How might algorithmic trading strategies affect the market's reaction to data releases?

What are the potential risks associated with releasing data online?

What skepticism does Cameron express regarding the government's ability to create a level playing field in data release?