In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses the potential repercussions of new US tariffs on global IT spending and consumer tech prices. Research from IDC predicts a significant reduction in IT expenditure and possible project delays due to the tariffs announced by the Trump administration. The episode also explores how these tariffs could increase prices for popular consumer electronics, including iPhones and Android devices, and disrupt pre-orders for products like Nintendo's Switch Two. Additionally, Hyundai Motor Group's move to integrate tens of thousands of robots into their manufacturing processes is highlighted, raising questions about the future of jobs in automated factories. The episode concludes with a call for empathy and rational discourse amidst these challenging times.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:23 Impact of US Tariffs on Global IT Spending 02:36 Consumer Tech Price Hikes 05:15 Hyundai's Robotics Revolution 06:23 The Future of Jobs and Automation 07:00 Final Thoughts and Advice