CEIP study: 87 of the top 100 Chinese AI researchers who were working in the US in 2019 are still doing research at US universities or companies in 2025 (New York Times)

The United States has imposed a 25% tariff on imports of certain advanced semiconductors, a move linked to an agreement allowing Nvidia Corp. to export its H200 artificial intelligence processors manufactured in Taiwan to China. This decision was endorsed by President Donald Trump, marking a significant shift in U.S. technology export policy.

In 2026, significant initial public offerings (IPOs) are anticipated from major tech companies, including SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic, potentially transforming the financial landscape of Silicon Valley and Wall Street. SpaceX is reportedly aiming to raise over $30 billion, with a valuation target of approximately $1.5 trillion, which could make it the largest IPO in history.

Elon Musk is facing backlash over the misuse of Grok, an AI tool that has been implicated in generating sexualized images, prompting investigations by California's attorney general and a firm stance from the UK government against inappropriate content on social media platforms.

Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn, has urged Silicon Valley leaders to openly oppose the Trump administration, advocating for transparency and honesty in addressing political issues. He emphasizes the importance of speaking out on matters that align with their beliefs.