US Tariffs on AI Chips
According to The Guardian, “Trump imposes 25% tariff on Nvidia AI chips and others, citing national security”, the administration ordered a 25% duty on select advanced AI processors to push domestic production — TARIFFS are now central to US tech policy. ([theguardian.com](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jan/15/trump-tariff-nvidia-ai-chips?utm_source=openai)) [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jan/15/trump-tariff-nvidia-ai-chips)
AWS to Use Low‑Carbon ‘Nuton’ Copper
According to Reuters, “Rio Tinto to supply copper to Amazon for AI data centers”, AWS will source Nuton bioleached copper for U.S. data‑center components to shore up supplies and cut emissions — SUSTAINABILITY and supply resilience are emphasized. ([wsau.com](https://wsau.com/2026/01/15/rio-tinto-to-supply-copper-to-amazon-for-ai-data-centers/?utm_source=openai)) [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/business/rio-tinto-supply-copper-amazon-ai-data-centers-2026-01-15/)
Davos Puts AI Governance in the Spotlight
According to the World Economic Forum, “Davos 2026: What to expect, who’s coming and how to follow”, leaders at WEF26 are centering generative AI, edge computing and cross‑border rules as policy makers and CEOs debate risk and norms — WATCHDOGS join industry chiefs in the conversation. ([weforum.org](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/davos-2026-annual-meeting-what-to-expect/?utm_source=openai)) [World Economic Forum](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2026/01/davos-2026-annual-meeting-what-to-expect/)
Markets hit by Greenland tariff threats
According to AP, “Wall Street slumps and Europe stocks sink as Trump threatens tariffs on 8 NATO members” as renewed tariff rhetoric over Greenland roiled U.S. equity futures, sent major indexes lower and boosted safe-haven gold. Keyword: tariffs. [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/stock-markets-trump-greenland-inflation-58a6fed13a1e04afd57f0a22a2c9cfb0)
Supreme Court weighs Fed independence
According to AP, “Supreme Court takes up politically charged case with independence of the Federal Reserve at stake” as justices hear the emergency appeal over the attempted ouster of Fed governor Lisa Cook — a decision that could affect U.S. monetary policy and central-bank autonomy. Keyword: Fed. [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-fed-cook-powell-5ec0745169bf2fdb123d0fb16c8d6967)
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