Marketplace All-in-One American gamers to feel the effects of Trump's tariffs
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Aug 21, 2025 U.S. tariffs are starting to hit gamers' wallets as Sony raises the price of the PlayStation 5 by $50, impacting consumers directly. The episode also delves into the unsettling concept of 'AI psychosis,' highlighting growing concerns regarding artificial intelligence and its effects on users. Additionally, it addresses the looming water crisis driven by climate change and the regulatory challenges facing the bottled water industry, urging sustainable consumption amid increasing plastic waste.
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Tariffs Quickly Reach Consumers
- US import tariffs are already being passed to consumers through higher retail prices for electronics.
- Sony raised the PS5 price by $50 in the US after a 15% tariff on imports from Japan was imposed.
Industry Price Hikes Cited As Response
- Zoe Kleinman notes Sony blamed a "challenging economic environment" when announcing the price hike.
- She also points out Nintendo and other big brands have raised prices amid tariff pressures.
AI Can Appear Conscious And Mislead
- Microsoft’s Mustafa Suleiman warns of rising "AI psychosis" where chatbots appear conscious and fool users.
- He urges tech companies to add guardrails to prevent people losing touch with reality due to conversational AI.