Tech Wrap: IBM, Alphabet, Tesla’s Trump Boost

Tech Wrap: IBM, Alphabet, Tesla’s Trump Boost

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The transcript discusses IBM's contradictory job announcements and layoffs, highlighting political theater. It explores the growth in cloud computing, with companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft showing significant revenue increases. The discussion shifts to Elon Musk's political connections and their potential impact on Tesla. Finally, it covers the acquisition of AppDynamics by Cisco and the current state of the IPO market, noting a lack of tech companies going public despite expectations.

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What was IBM's announcement regarding job training and hiring during the presidential transition period?

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How many jobs did IBM claim they would be hiring for, and what was the reality of their layoffs?

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What trend has been observed in IBM's revenues over the past 19 quarters?

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What areas is IBM focusing on to improve their business performance?

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How did the political environment affect Tesla's stock performance according to the discussion?

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What concerns were raised about the future of clean energy subsidies under the Trump administration?

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What was the significance of the AppDynamics acquisition by Cisco?

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