Corporate Tech Leaders Reassess Strategy Amid Shifting Trump Administration Policies

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Corporate technology leaders, who oversee the infrastructure keeping America's businesses operational, are reassessing their approaches due to early policies from the Trump administration. Speaking at The Wall Street Journal’s CIO Network Summit in Menlo Park, tech executives highlighted the administration's stance on tariffs, AI governance, cybersecurity, and immigration as key factors prompting strategic shifts.

Some leaders are observing Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency with quiet admiration, inspired by its bold approach to bureaucratic reform. Others, however, are concerned that drastic cuts could harm talent and funding, emphasizing the importance of finding balance between efficiency and sustainability.

The looming threat of tariffs, set to increase the cost of everything from laptops to computing chips, is forcing CIOs to find innovative ways to stretch IT budgets. Some are holding off on equipment upgrades to avoid price hikes, while others are speeding up refresh cycles to beat tariff-related price increases.

In the realm of artificial intelligence, tech executives are grappling with uncertainty due to the administration's shifting stance on AI regulation. While some celebrate the repeal of a restrictive executive order on AI, others worry about regulatory gaps that could hinder progress. Leaders are advocating for sensible, moderate regulations, similar to safety measures for cars, to ensure AI deployment remains responsible without stifling innovation.

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