Pentagon Expands Military AI Partnerships
According to Bloomberg, “Microsoft, Amazon Hand Pentagon More Control Over AI Systems”, the Pentagon has agreed to let Nvidia, Microsoft, AWS and others deploy advanced AI on classified networks, raising SECURITY concerns about oversight and export controls. ([bloomberg.com](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-05-01/nvidia-microsoft-aws-expanding-classified-military-ai-use?srnd=homepage-americas)) [Bloomberg](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-05-01/nvidia-microsoft-aws-expanding-classified-military-ai-use?srnd=homepage-americas)
OpenAI Rewrites Cloud Deal
According to Axios, “OpenAI loosens Microsoft ties as Musk trial begins”, Microsoft gave up exclusive rights to sell OpenAI models while remaining the primary cloud partner, freeing OpenAI to pursue deals with rivals — a shift focused on EXCLUSIVITY and IPO positioning. ([axios.com](https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/openai-microsoft-musk-trial-qualcomm)) [Axios](https://www.axios.com/2026/04/27/openai-microsoft-musk-trial-qualcomm)
Tech Layoffs Surge to 92k
According to Layoffs.fyi, “92,272 tech employees laid off ∙ 98 tech companies w/ layoffs”, the tracker shows widespread RESTRUCTURING as firms cut roles to reallocate capital into AI and cloud infrastructure. ([layoffs.fyi](https://layoffs.fyi/?utm_source=openai)) [Layoffs.fyi](https://layoffs.fyi/)
March CPI shock
According to Axios, “March inflation soars, confirming Iran war price shock” — U.S. CPI jumped 0.9% in March, lifting year‑over‑year inflation to 3.3%, driven by energy and gasoline, reviving inflation concerns and complicating Fed policy. [Axios](https://www.axios.com/2026/04/10/cpi-march-inflation-iran-trump)
Powell stays on Fed
According to Axios, “Powell to remain as Fed governor, denying Trump a key vacancy” — Jerome Powell said he will remain on the Federal Reserve Board beyond his May 15, 2026 term end, extending his influence over monetary policy as inflation stays elevated. [Axios](https://www.axios.com/2026/04/29/fed-powell-trump-warsh)
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