Stocking Up Antibiotics: Merck to Buy Cubist for 8.4B

The video discusses Merck's acquisition of Incubus for $8.4 billion to bolster its antibiotics arsenal against drug-resistant bacteria. It highlights the lack of investment in antibiotic development and the trend of big pharma outsourcing R&D. The video also covers new banking regulations affecting deposits, leading to potential market instability. Lastly, it delves into the Sony hack, attributed to North Korea, and the challenges of cyberattack attribution, while noting the unintended publicity for some movies.

What is the significance of Merck's acquisition of the antibiotic company mentioned in the text?

How does the text describe the current state of investment in antibiotic development?

What challenges do banks face according to the text regarding deposits and reserves?

What are the implications of the cyber attacks mentioned in the text for national security?

How do the hackers mentioned in the text utilize public spaces for their activities?