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The Edge (CNBC)

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Country of origin
  
UK

Original network
  
CNBC

Original language(s)
  
English

Original release
  
October 6, 1997

Presented by
  
Sue Herera Bill Griffeth Ted David Tom Mackenzie Seema Mody

Preceded by
  
Business Tonight & Bull Session

The Edge is a prime time technology news show produced by CNBC World.

Contents

CNBC says The Edge targets long-term investors seeking emerging trends in technology and innovation. The half-hour monthly show is made-up of 3 or 4 feature length stories detailing new products, research, and predictions from industry analysts and business leaders.

History

  • The Edge was originally a half-hour program produced by CNBC U.S. to replace Business Tonight in c. 1998, aired from 6:30 to 7pm ET.
  • In c. 1999, it was expanded to one hour, aired from 6 to 7.
  • In c. 2000, it was shortened to half-hour again, aired from 6 to 6:30.
  • In c. 2001, it was moved to 7:30 to 8pm timeslot, and ended its run.
  • In c. 2013, it was relaunched on CNBC World, CNBC's sister channel. Production moved to CNBC World's fleet place offices in London UK.

    • The Edge anchors

  • Sue Herera (1997–1999)
  • Bill Griffeth (1999–March 2000)
  • Ted David (March 2000–February 2002)
  • Tom Mackenzie (August 2013–September 2014; CNBC World)
  • Seema Mody (November 2014–present; CNBC World)

    • References

    The Edge (CNBC) Wikipedia
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