8BitDo Suspends US Shipments as Trump-Era Tariffs Bite
Gaming peripheral maker 8BitDo has halted product shipments from China to US customers due to steep 145% tariffs on Chinese imports. The move impacts popular items like the Ultimate 2C controller, forcing US customers to rely on domestic retailers and warehouse inventory.
Huawei's AI Chip Victory: How U.S. Export Ban Sparked Chinese Innovation
Huawei unveils its powerful Ascend 920 AI chip, capitalizing on the void left by Nvidia's forced exit from China due to U.S. trade restrictions. The export ban intended to limit Chinese tech advancement has ironically accelerated domestic chip development, potentially costing Nvidia $5.5 billion in revenue.
Trump Signals Major Shift in Electronics Trade Policy with China
Former President Trump announces plans to restructure Chinese electronics tariffs and implement new targeted measures against semiconductors, despite recent exemptions. The move signals escalating trade tensions as Trump vows to prevent US dependence on hostile nations.
Global Tech Giants Halt US Laptop Shipments as Trump Tariffs Bite
Major manufacturers including Dell, Lenovo and HP suspend laptop shipments to the US following Trump's aggressive import tariffs. The unprecedented trade measures are causing widespread disruption across the technology sector, with some companies facing duties as high as 145%.
Palantir Partners with IRS to Build Unified Data Access System
Software giant Palantir teams up with the Department of Government Efficiency to develop a comprehensive API system for IRS records. The ambitious 30-day project aims to centralize sensitive taxpayer data using Palantir's Foundry platform, though it has raised security concerns.
Trump's 125% Tariff Hike Forces Chinese Amazon Sellers into Crisis
Former President Trump's increased tariffs on Chinese imports, now at 125%, are creating an unsustainable situation for Chinese Amazon sellers. The dramatic rise is forcing merchants to either substantially raise prices or exit the US market entirely, threatening a $35.3 billion ecosystem.
Nvidia's Mexican Manufacturing Hub Could Dodge AI Server Tariffs
Nvidia's strategic decision to establish substantial server manufacturing operations in Mexico may help the AI chip giant avoid Trump-era tariffs. With 60% of server assembly happening in Mexican facilities, the company could benefit from USMCA trade agreement exemptions.
TikTok Ban Extension: Trump Grants 75-Day Reprieve as High-Profile Buyers Circle
Former President Trump extends TikTok's deadline by 75 days to secure American ownership, as prominent figures like Amazon and MrBeast express acquisition interest. The extension raises questions about national security while ByteDance continues discussions with the U.S. government for a potential solution.
Apple Eyes Brazil for iPhone Production Amid US-China Trade Tensions
Apple explores expanding iPhone manufacturing in Brazil as a strategic response to new US tariffs targeting Chinese imports. The move comes as the tech giant faces potential price hikes of up to 30% on US hardware due to steep 54% tariffs on Chinese goods.
Tech Stocks Plummet as Trump Announces Aggressive Import Tariff Plan
Major tech companies face steep stock declines following Trump's announcement of sweeping new import tariffs, with Apple leading the downturn at 6%. The proposed tariffs would impose taxes up to 34% on imports from key manufacturing countries like China, raising concerns about consumer prices and economic growth.