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Trump has announced a plan to impose zero tariffs on imported generic drugs for two years, then raise duties to 100% for one year and 200% the following year to push onshoring. Generics account for over 90% of U.S. prescriptions, but face cost pressures. The timetable aims to coax manufacturers to build U.S. plants, with mixed reactions from industry and investors.
Prices have climbed at the fastest pace in nearly three years, driven by a 21% March spike in gasoline costs amid the Iran conflict. GDP growth is steady, while consumer spending and business investment show divergent signals; the central banks face a policy dilemma as inflation pressures mount.
Anthropic has said it has disabled access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models after the U.S. Commerce Department has ordered the company to suspend foreign‑national access on national security grounds. Anthropic is complying while disputing the governments evidence of a narrow "jailbreak" and is working to restore access; other Anthropic models remain available.
The articles examine proposals to adjust federal tax policy, including a living-cost-adjusted brackets plan and a gas-tax holiday. Analysts question effectiveness, impact on deficits, and regional savings variations as lawmakers push or resist reform.
The World Bank has cut its 2026 global growth forecast to 2.5% and has warned growth could fall to 1.3% if disruptions to oil and fertiliser flows from the Middle East persist. Rising energy and food costs are pushing inflation higher and hitting developing countries hardest; the bank has pledged up to $100bn in support.
The United States has tightened export controls on the most advanced AI models, restricting access for foreign nationals. Anthropic has widely released Fable, a limited version of Mythos, but access remains constrained due to cybersecurity concerns. Anthropic says the action is a misunderstanding and hopes to restore access soon; the Commerce Department has not commented. The move follows a presidential directive aimed at vetting national security risks in AI before public release.
Anthropic has been engaging with the Trump administration to resolve security concerns after the White House imposed export controls on Mythos and Fable. Negotiations are ongoing, with leadership from Tom Brown and Sarah Heck participating. Public comment requests have not been returned. The actions come amid broader concern about AI safety and leadership in cyber defense.
Anthropic is locked in high-stakes discussions with U.S. officials over export restrictions on its latest model, Fable, after reports that Amazon raised security concerns. Officials say a quick resolution is possible if Anthropic can demonstrate safeguards, but the path forward remains uncertain as negotiations continue this week.
Gasoline costs have fallen below the $4 threshold as the Strait of Hormuz reopens under a U.S.–Iran accord. Prices remain volatile and relief is slow to reach all regions; flows are still normalizing and broader inflation remains a concern.
Anthropic has faced export-control action that blocks access to its Mythos 5 and Fable 5 models for foreign nationals. Governments cite national security; industry weighs safety, regulation, and global impact as the dispute unfolds with talks between Anthropic and the White House.
Anthropic has engaged in remediation talks with the Trump administration to address export-control concerns on Mythos and Fable models and to restore access while ensuring safeguards. Officials say talks are progressing, but a permanent timetable remains unclear.
Automakers have announced strategic shifts as Chinese brands and US trade rules upend the sector. Volkswagen has proposed deep job cuts to cut costs, Jaguar Land Rover is adding hybrids and prioritising the US, and the Commerce Department has denied Polestar permission to sell new connected models in the US from 2027, pushing the brand to refocus on Europe.
Anthropic faces a government crackdown over export controls as Trump questions the company’s national-security role. Talks with officials continue after the administration restricted access to its top models, while Anthropic stresses cooperation to protect critical infrastructure and keep the U.S. ahead in AI.
OpenRouter data shows open-source AI models like GLM-5.2 are gaining traction against top US models, offering cost advantages and enterprise use. OpenRouter traffic is rising while concerns over safety, governance, and regulatory exposure accompany the shift as firms weigh token costs and performance.
Major device makers have raised prices and warned consumers after memory and storage costs have surged because AI data‑centre buildouts are buying up DRAM and flash. Apple has increased Mac and iPad prices; Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo have signalled or implemented console and hardware hikes. Analysts say shortages will persist into 2027.
The Fed’s inflation gauge has reached a three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, signaling rising costs amid a shifting economy. Consumer prices are up 4.1% year over year, with core inflation also ticking higher. Spending showed resilience while service prices and AI-driven component costs push broader prices upward.
OpenAI has previewed GPT-5.6 models, including Sol, Terra and Luna, to a select group of partners under government oversight. The move follows President Trump’s executive order prompting voluntary pre-release review of frontier AI. OpenAI says broader access will come in coming weeks, while stressing this approach is not a long-term default.
Central banks are maintaining cautious stances as inflation pressures persist. Officials have signalled that rate paths will be data-driven, with ongoing monitoring of energy prices and geopolitical risks. Market expectations hinge on inflation trends and the pace of growth.
The US Department of Commerce has lifted export controls on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, and Anthropic has begun restoring access. Mythos 5 has been cleared for a vetted group of US organisations; Fable 5 — redesigned with stronger safeguards — is being redeployed more broadly after testing and coordination with government officials.
SK Hynix has raised $26.5bn by selling 177.9m American depositary receipts at $149 each, in the largest-ever US share sale by a foreign company. Its ADRs have begun trading on Nasdaq under temporary ticker SKHYV and will convert to SKHY; the company is using proceeds to expand fabs, packaging and EUV capacity as AI-driven memory demand surges.
OnePlus has announced it will stop launching new phones in Europe and North America and will focus new device rollouts on India and China. The parent company Oppo has begun a corporate restructuring as memory-chip shortages and rising component costs have cut demand for budget phones and pushed manufacturers to prioritise AI-oriented high-bandwidth memory.
Anthropic has announced the restoration of access to Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after the US Department of Commerce lifted export controls. The company says it will begin restoring access tomorrow, following government coordination to address security risks. The move follows previous restrictions amid concerns about safeguarding frontier AI models.
China has topped 1 million monthly car exports for the first time, with overall trade up 27%. While brands like BYD gain share overseas, EU imports face pressure from Chinese EVs. Germany’s VW group signals big structural shifts at home as it faces competition and potential plant adjustments.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge has opened to traffic amid tensions with the United States over a 50% tariff on many Canadian goods. Canada funded construction and will share toll revenue with the U.S. for 15 years; Michigan and Canada will jointly operate the bridge, with traffic expected to begin before Aug. 1. A ribbon-cutting ceremony has been impacted by the tariff dispute.
Frontier AI models are set for stricter pre-release testing under a proposed US-led, industry-funded standards body modeled on FINRA. The plan envisions 30-day pre-release sharing with the body, a majority-independent board, and ongoing testing to curb cyber, bio and nuclear risks as the AI race intensifies.
The Commerce Department has moved toward easing export controls for the United Arab Emirates, designating it as a privileged trading partner and enabling greater access to AI chips and related technology from Nvidia, Microsoft and OpenAI. The change centers on Gulf ties to U.S. tech and security interests.
Leaders of Google DeepMind, OpenAI and Anthropic have published closely aligned memos advocating outside testing and standards to govern frontier AI. Government intervention is increasing, with debates over who should regulate and how. OpenAI’s GPT-5.6 and Anthropic’s Fable 5 are under review, while industry players warn against a blanket crackdown.