Aug 31, 2021

Can new features help teleconferencing platforms like Zoom keep up?

People pass by the Nasdaq building as the screen shows the logo of the video-conferencing software company Zoom after the opening bell ceremony on April 18, 2019 in New York City. Kena Betancur/Getty Images

Also, we get a look at consumer confidence, which is not looking high at the moment. The BBC checks in to share news on the economic struggles of Afghanistan following the Taliban takeover.

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Zoom adds donation option to its list of features

by Caroline Champlin

Aug 31, 2021

As remote work continues, Zoom and other teleconferencing platforms are offering new features to stay competitive.

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For consumers, gloomy times may translate to less spending

by Mitchell Hartman

Aug 31, 2021

But as long as people are holding onto their jobs, they'll still have money to buy.

The Consumer Confidence Index helps provide a picture of how people feel about the economy.

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The team

David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Jay Siebold Technical Director

Meredith Garretson Senior Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Redmond Carolipio Digital Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

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