With Donald Trump gearing up for a second White House term, Silicon Valley and global tech hubs are preparing for potential policy earthquakes. From trade wars to AI regulations, here’s what industry watchers predict:
🛑 Trade Tensions & Tariffs
Tech giants fear renewed U.S.-China trade battles could disrupt supply chains. Mark Niu notes, “Another tariff wave might hit consumer electronics harder than TikTok debates.”
🔐 Data Privacy Crossroads
Will the administration push for America-first data policies? Experts speculate about TikTok-style showdowns and new rules for cross-border data flows.
🚀 Innovation Battleground
Semiconductor investments and 6G development could become geopolitical footballs. Startups wonder: Will funding priorities shift from climate tech to defense tech?
As one VC quipped: “Buckle up – this administration might rewrite the OS of tech policy.”
