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WHAT'S NEXT?: Donald Trump's surprise win in the Presidential election mean the world and America can expect prolonged uncertainty as new domestic policies are put in place, different international relationships formed and attitudes change towards current friends and rivals.

• [New] As the global AI competition intensifies, it's essential that America takes the necessary steps to win - but that will not happen without unleashing domestic energy production through smart tax policy to meet the enormous power demand that AI requires. American Exploration & Production Council
• [New] US export controls will have a short-term impact on Nvidia and AMD but will not affect their long-term growth prospects. POEMS
• [New] McKinsey research sizes the long-term AI opportunity at $4.4 trillion in added productivity growth potential from corporate use cases, indicating the strategic importance of AI adoption. Cloud Computing with a side of Chipz
• [New] The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants sleep in environments where the risk of overheating is minimized. SleepBloom
• [New] The United States has a number of pressing economic challenges to address, many of which require a greater level of state capacity to navigate-capacity that will be eroded by large tax cuts. Portside
• [New] The American Academy of Pediatrics emphasizes the importance of safe sleeping practices to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, which further underscores the significance of investing in quality sleep products. SleepBloom
• [New] There was some positive economic data: US inflation slowed, and retail sales came in stronger than expected, underpinning the resilience of US consumer spending despite uncertainty around trade policy. ANZ Bank New Zealand Ltd
• [New] In markets like the Middle East and Latin America, where wealth is growing, there are opportunities for global brands - but they will face strong competition from local players. The Business of Fashion
• [New] Member states and the EU will step up efforts to invest in liquefied natural gas projects abroad and increase energy imports, notably gas, from countries including the US, Norway and Qatar, and accelerate the transition to renewable energy sources. MIT OpenCourseWare
• [New] The U.S. and Europe alone face a combined shortage of over 300,000 truck drivers each year, a number expected to grow materially in coming years as aging drivers retire. Plus
• [New] Plus is targeting the commercial launch of SuperDrive-enabled, factory-built autonomous trucks in 2027, beginning in the United States and then expanding into Europe. Plus
• [New] China-U.S. Relations: Beyond tariffs, tensions over technology exports (e.g., semiconductors), currency devaluation, and diplomatic strains could spill over into global markets, indirectly impacting crypto by altering cross-border capital flows. Dzilla Pte. Ltd. - dzilla Wallet, Calculator, Media - d
• [New] Waymo's self-driving cars use Agentic AI to navigate complex road networks, detect and respond to hazards, and improve safety. SuperAGI
• [New] We know there are massive opportunities to use AI to improve public services, save public money and boost productivity and growth. UKAuthority
• [New] Reservist soldiers reported the rise in drone threats in recent weeks, with Hamas using drones to gather intelligence on IDF movements and to carry out attacks. Counter Extremism Project
• [New] Germany's central bank warns of a potential two-year recession if trade tensions between the U.S. and EU escalate, triggered by possible tariffs. The Economic Times
• [New] US-China trade relations have been fraught with tension for years, but the recent escalation has forced businesses to re-evaluate their supply chains and consider the risks of relying heavily on a single source. archyde
• [New] High tariffs may reduce India's electronics exports to the US, but its edge over China and Vietnam could drive growth. The Economic Times
• [New] After much uncertainty, recent court decisions in the U.S. could finally offer the North American automotive industry a glimmer of hope regarding long-term trade policy. auto123.com
• [New] Businesses and associations from both countries expressed hope that the Vietnamese and US governments would continue to support bilateral trade and strengthen links across their complementary agricultural supply chains. Arabian Post
• North Macedonia announced plans Monday to abolish all import taxes on the United States in the hope of reaching a reciprocal zero-tariff deal with the Trump administration. FDD

Last updated: 11 June 2025