FT: US Big Tech’s shift on Trump – from 2016 outrage to 2024 anticipation
With Donald Trump's potential return to the White House, Silicon Valley finds itself both wary and cautiously optimistic. While his populist agenda once clashed with Big Tech's internationalist ideals, the industry now sees opportunities alongside risks. Heightened China rivalry and Trump's possible easing of antitrust pressures present openings. Yet, Trump's unpredictability and tariffs threaten supply chains. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's closeness to Trump signals Big Tech's complex balancing act ahead.
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By Richard Waters
Outrage over his 2016 election victory has given way to wariness but also anticipation of opportunities
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