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The company behind the AI bot ChatGPT, OpenAI, has filed to list its shares in the latest of a string of blockbuster IPO announcements. Will Bain finds out what's in it for the business, investors and the world of artificial intelligence.
Manchester has been the "star performer" of the UK economy since 2008 according to new analysis by Oxford Economics - we look into the report.
And hot on the heels of Scotland's win over Bolivia in a pre-tournament friendly, we speak to a fan about how much they're spending with to be part of the Tartan Army on tour.

Microsoft UK and Ireland boss Darren Hardman joins Wake Up to Money to discuss the company’s battle to stay ahead in the race for artificial intelligence.
Plus, as the 2026 World Cup kicks off, we look at the business of football kits with the former Puma and Umbro creative executive behind Italy’s 2006 World Cup-winning shirt.

Will Bain wraps up a big week in the AI race. Elsewhere, he hears what new tariffs could mean for British steel and asks what the future holds for Netflix.

Sean hears how rising costs are creating an uncertain future for Britain's festivals. Elsewhere, Sean heats about a new round of tariffs announced by President Trump.

Sean Farrington hears about how ordinary British investors will have the chance to buy shares in SpaceX before it lists on the stock market. Elsewhere, England's MPs launch a fresh inquiry into the student loan system, and South West Water is fined after supplying water unfit for human consumption in May 2024.