US Delays China Chip Tariffs
According to Reuters, “US delays announcement of China chip tariffs until 2027”, the administration pushed imposition to June 2027 while keeping TARIFFS as diplomatic leverage in broader tech and supply‑chain talks. ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-impose-tariffs-chips-china-2025-12-23/)) [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/us-impose-tariffs-chips-china-2025-12-23/)
Smart‑home AI Fails Basic Tasks
According to The Verge, “How AI broke the smart home in 2025”, generative assistants increasingly stumble on routines and device control, exposing AI’s UNRELIABILITY in everyday consumer products. ([theverge.com](https://www.theverge.com/tech/845958/ai-smart-home-broken)) [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/845958/ai-smart-home-broken)
Nvidia H200 China Shipments Planned
According to Reuters, “Nvidia aims to begin H200 chip shipments to China by mid-February, sources say”, the company plans initial H200 deliveries from existing stock pending Beijing approval, highlighting EXPORTS and national‑security debate. ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/nvidia-aims-begin-h200-chip-shipments-china-by-mid-february-sources-say-2025-12-22/?utm_source=openai)) [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/nvidia-aims-begin-h200-chip-shipments-china-by-mid-february-sources-say-2025-12-22/)
Fed implements lower operational rates
According to the Federal Reserve, “Implementation Note issued December 10, 2025” the Board lowered the interest paid on reserve balances to 3.65% and set a federal funds target range of 3.50–3.75%, directing Treasury bill purchases to keep reserves ample — keyword: rates. ([federalreserve.gov](https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20251210a1.htm)) [Federal Reserve](https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20251210a1.htm)
Consumer confidence falls again
According to AP, “Consumer confidence slumps to lowest level since the US rolled out tariffs in April” the Conference Board’s index dropped to 89.1 in December, its fifth straight monthly decline as inflation and tariffs weigh on households — keyword: confidence. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/55a603a497c5885745b87de8fc5f7821)) [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/55a603a497c5885745b87de8fc5f7821)
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