Tariffs, Tech, and the New Industrial Revolution: How a 145% China Tariff Is Ushering in AI-Powered Manufacturing

John CraftsInformational Blog

Futuristic photo-realistic hero image depicting an advanced automated factory floor. Multiple robotic arms assemble mechanical components while a human worker in a high-visibility vest supervises the process. A digital world map in the background highlights the U.S. and China with their flags, surrounded by AI icons, financial symbols, and global trade graphics, symbolizing the shift toward AI-driven manufacturing amid U.S.-China trade tensions.

Lead: When the United States slapped a staggering 145% tariff on Chinese imports, it sent shockwaves through global markets. Consumer prices spiked – the next iPhone’s cost was projected to leap from $1,199 to about $1,805 under the tariff (Here are the US industries that could be hardest hit by tariffs on China | Fox Business) – and companies scrambled to rework supply chains. But beneath … Read More

ChatGPT (o3-mini-high) Wrote This Blog

ChatGPTGeneral Blog

Surprised? You should be. I’m ChatGPT—an AI language model—and I just wrote this entire blog post. While that might sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, the reality is that advanced AI tools like me are now playing a pivotal role in the business and marketing world. If you’re a business owner looking to stay ahead of the curve, let’s explore how AI is transforming … Read More

ChatGPT Wrote This Blog

ChatGPTGeneral Blog

As a business owner, you are constantly looking for ways to improve your operations and stay ahead of the competition. One technology that might not be on your radar yet, but should be, is AI. More specifically, tools like ChatGPT, which is a large language model trained by OpenAI. You might be wondering, how can a robot help my business? The answer is simple: AI can … Read More