The Bid - An Investing Podcast from BlackRock

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3: How Acorns has democratized investing Nov 30, 2018

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One of the main barriers to investing is individuals believing they don’t have enough to get started. But according to Noah Kerner, CEO of Acorns, even just a little bit of change can grow into something mighty. Noah discusses his transition from DJ to CEO, how Acorns combines profit and purpose, and the path to getting more and more Americans to save and invest.

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2: Big Data: The race is on Nov 15, 2018

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It’s no secret that technology has led to an explosion of data – but how do you make meaning out of it? Jeff Shen, Co-Chief Investment Officer of Active Equity and Co-Head of Systematic Active Equity, goes behind the hype to discuss Big Data in investing, and whether it creates a bigger or a more competitive opportunity for investors.

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1: Behind the hype: Demystifying fintech Nov 01, 2018

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When it comes to fintech, there’s no shortage of headlines. According to Chief Operating Officer Rob Goldstein, the hype is overblown – but this doesn’t mean there’s a shortage of opportunity. Rob takes a look at what’s behind the rapid rise of fintech, and why now, more than ever, all companies across industries are technology companies at their core.

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The Bid, an Investing Podcast by BlackRock - Trailer Oct 24, 2018

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Want to know what's happening in the markets? On The Bid, a podcast from BlackRock, we breakdown the world of investing. From stock market outlooks and mega forces, to geopolitics and technology. BlackRock speaks to thought leaders and industry experts from around the globe about the biggest trends moving markets.

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