Semiconductors

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Symbolic image of US and European buildings with a microchip in between, representing the complex geopolitical landscape of the global chip war and trade friction.

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Europe Joins US in Chip War, Pax Silica Coalition Faces Friction

Days before the Netherlands officially joined a U.

Amir Fakhoury·June 25, 2026

Close-up of an iPhone's internal circuitry being enhanced by glowing AI processors, symbolizing technological advancement and potential cost implications.

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Apple's AI Push Forces iPhone Price Increases

Apple's Mac Mini compact computers saw a $200 price hike earlier this year, a stark precursor to what CEO Tim Cook warns is an 'unsustainable' situation for iPhone pricing due to soaring memory chip c

Amir Fakhoury·June 18, 2026