What does the World Cup, Barbra Streisand, Levi's, and Heinz have in common?

世界杯、芭芭拉·史翠珊、李维斯和亨氏有什么共同之处?

World Business Report

2026-06-26

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FIFA is blocking logos from brands like Levi's, Heinz, and Beats at the World Cup. We find out why, and how the banned brands are turning the ban into a viral marketing moment. Micron Technology has overtaken Meta, Tesla, and Apple in market valuation, but most people have never heard of it. So what does this chipmaker actually do, and how much is it cashing in on the AI boom? The International Maritime Organization has "temporarily" paused its sailor evacuation plan in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was attacked. So what does this mean for the 11,000 seafarers still stranded? Plus, can Toy Story help Disney's new CEO get the magic back? Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producers: Rob Cave and Niamh Mc Dermott
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