Make Me Smart Big Tech's Trump era power play
Aug 6, 2025
Megan McCarty Carino, a tech show host, joins Kimberly Adams to explore the latest tech news. They discuss Apple's monumental $100 billion U.S. investment and its implications amid tariff negotiations. The conversation shifts to the FAA's potential easing of drone delivery regulations, weighing the benefits against privacy concerns. Nostalgia strikes with a reflection on Pac-Man's cultural impact, while the episode light-heartedly commemorates a chatbot with a humorous funeral, blending AI culture with human sentiment.
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Apple's $100B US Investment Plan
- Apple is pledging a new $100 billion investment to boost US manufacturing and supply chain parts.
- This move aligns with the Trump administration's tariff strategies and past Apple investments outside China.
Challenges for Apple's Supply Chain
- Apple faces pressure to manufacture iPhones in the US, which would raise prices and disrupt supply chains.
- Shifting production from China to India may be complicated by new high tariffs on Indian imports.
FAA Eases Drone Delivery Restrictions
- The FAA proposes easing drone operation rules to allow beyond visual line-of-sight flights and higher altitudes.
- This could expand commercial drone deliveries but raises concerns about privacy and sky congestion.