Published: Jan 15, 2026, 10:36 IST | Updated: Jan 15, 2026, 10:36 IST
The United States has announced a 25 percent tariff on certain advanced artificial intelligence computer chips, in a major move that could reshape global technology trade. US officials say the measure is aimed at protecting national security and encouraging domestic chip production, but it is expected to have wide-ranging effects on the global semiconductor industry.