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WashU Expert: How Tariff Uncertainty Will Impact Economy, Businesses
John Horn, a professor of practice in economics at Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, explains how rapidly changing tariff policies add to economic uncertainty.
A lot has happened in the two weeks since “Liberation Day,” the day when President Donald Trump implemented sweeping tariffs, including a universal 10% tariff on all imports and additional reciprocal tariffs on imports from certain countries.
From a global market meltdown and unprecedented trade war to a 90-day pause on tariffs for many countries, stalled trade talks with the European Union, soaring tariffs on China and exemptions that seem to change by the hour, it can be hard to keep up.
Below, John Horn, a professor of practice in economics at Olin Business School at Washington University in St. Louis, explains how tariff uncertainty and confusion is contributing to market volatility — and how this might impact long-term economic trends.
Why did Trump pause some temporary reciprocal tariffs last week?
I think there was a lot of pressure building up to that moment, in particular from the bond selloff and stock market. Earlier in the week, a rumor went around that tariffs were going to be paused, and that led to a huge rebound in the stock market. So that added pressure on the administration to make changes.
What is the status of tariffs currently?
It’s changing by the day. While the 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs was welcome news, that’s only one piece of the puzzle. We still have 10% universal tariffs on all goods. For context, the average tariff rate on everything we import was 2.5% — and for industrial goods it was 2% — at the end of 2024. So that’s a four to five times increase. At the same time, the tariff on Chinese products went up to 145%.
How is this impacting the economy?
I don’t think the pause in reciprocal tariffs has eased any uncertainty for investors. And that shows in the stock market fluctuation. Increased tariffs mean prices and inflation will continue to rise, leading to increased risk of a recession. The escalating trade war with China, which is the second-largest importer to the United States behind Mexico, adds to those concerns.
The other worrying trend is the bond market, which is an important indicator of the longer-term economic outlook. The bond sell-off is likely due to other countries selling off their Treasuries as a response to the tariffs, as well as other buyers getting nervous about the long-term outlook on the U.S. economy and the ability of the U.S. government to pay off those bonds (i.e., not default).
Why does this matter? For starters, bond prices follow the standard supply-and-demand framework: as demand falls, the price decreases. But that decrease in price actually leads to a higher return that investors earn. That rate is determined by taking the difference between the face value of the bond (which does not change) and the price you pay (which decreases), divided by the price you pay. The face value minus the price paid is bigger, and when you divide a bigger number by a smaller number, the result is greater.
The impact doesn’t stop there, though. When interest rates for U.S. debt increase, other interest rates also rise. If they didn’t, investors would only buy U.S. debt because it would have better yields. So now credit card interest rates, mortgages and car loan rates are also going to increase. Before long, we’re headed into a recession.
That also means that government debt rates will go up. That will impact the federal government down to individual municipalities because it will cost more to issue new debt to continue funding the government.
Last week, the Federal Reserve announced the consumer price index in March rose 2.4% on an annual basis, a lower rate than economists had expected. How does this factor into the overall economic outlook?
The inflation numbers were lower primarily in fuel and transportation services, in particular, airlines. These tend to fluctuate and will likely increase again in the summer. Inflation expectations have also been increasing, according to the University of Michigan consumer sentiment survey. If the tariffs on China remain, inflation will increase because we buy so much from China. Even if we can find an alternative supplier in other countries, the prices will still likely be higher due to extra demand for those suppliers, and because they are less efficient to begin with — otherwise, we’d be buying from them already.
What do you think the administration’s end game is? Do you think this strategy could result in better trade deals for the U.S.?
The administration’s strategy is hard to figure out because it’s not clear what the objective is. It has been reported to be a return of manufacturing to the U.S., an increase in tariff revenue, a growth in the U.S. economy, a tactic to lower tariffs from other countries, among others. But these are contradictory. If we increase tariff revenue, it means we’re still importing instead of producing in the U.S. If, instead, we do grow manufacturing, then we won’t be importing as much and therefore not generating tariff revenue. If the goal is to lower other countries’ tariff rates, then we will continue to buy from them, which doesn’t increase manufacturing or tariff revenue. And tariffs are taxes, which lead to lower economic activity.
As for the trade deals the administration has promised, forcing negotiations is generally useful only in very tactical, winner-take-all negotiations — and it’s not always true in those cases. The general guidance for negotiating is to find win-win opportunities and to create a relationship that eases the ability to negotiate over time. International trade and relationships are long-term interactions, so negotiation strategy tends to favor relationship-building and win-win seeking. It’s not clear how the administration’s tactics will lead to those outcomes.
What would you advise businesses to do during this time of economic uncertainty?
The best thing businesses should do is to shift to a more conservative investment and spending approach. No one company can rebuild the U.S. supply chain and manufacturing sector, so being on the forefront leaves you exposed by yourself to the stormy weather ahead. Unfortunately, if every company adopts this view, then no one will take the lead to rebuild the future economic systems. Typically, these are roles the government steps in to coordinate, but this administration seems to be moving in the opposite direction — reducing the scope and actions the government takes in the economy.
A Wearable Smart Insole Can Track How You Walk, Run and Stand
Newswise — COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new smart insole system that monitors how people walk in real time could help users improve posture and provide early warnings for conditions from plantar fasciitis to Parkinson’s disease.
Constructed using 22 small pressure sensors and fueled by small solar panels on the tops of shoes, the system offers real-time health tracking based on how a person walks, a biomechanical process that is as unique as a human fingerprint.
This complex personal health data can then be transmitted via Bluetooth to a smartphone for quick and detailed analysis, said Jinghua Li, co-author of the study and an assistant professor of materials science and engineering at The Ohio State University.
“Our bodies carry lots of useful information that we’re not even aware of,” said Li. “These statuses also change over time, so it’s our goal to use electronics to extract and decode those signals to encourage better self health care checks.”
It’s estimated that at least 7% of Americans suffer from ambulatory difficulties, activities that include walking, running or climbing stairs. While efforts to manufacture a wearable insole-based pressure system have risen in popularity in recent years, many previous prototypes were met with low energy limitations and unstable performances.
To overcome the challenges of their precursors, Li and Qi Wang, the lead author of the study and a current PhD student in materials science and engineering at Ohio State, sought to ensure that their wearable is durable, has a high degree of precision when collecting and analyzing data, and can provide consistent and reliable power, said Li.
“Our device is innovative in terms of high resolution, spatial sensing, self-powering capability, and its ability to combine with machine learning algorithms,” she said. “So we feel like this research can go further based on the pioneering successes of this field.”
The study was recently published in the journal Science Advances.
This team’s system is also made unique through its use of AI. Using an advanced machine learning model, the wearable can recognize eight different motion states, including static ones like sitting and standing to more dynamic movements such as running and squatting.
Additionally, since the materials the insoles are made of are flexible and safe, the device, much like a smartwatch, is low-risk and safe for continuous use. For instance, after the solar cells convert sunlight to energy, that power is stored in tiny lithium batteries that don’t harm the user or affect daily activities.
Because of the distribution of sensors from toe to heel, the researchers could see how the pressure on parts of the foot is different in activities such as walking versus running.
During walking, pressure is applied sequentially from the heel to the toes, whereas during running, almost all sensors are subjected to pressure simultaneously. In addition, during walking, the pressure application time accounts for about half of the total time, while during running, it accounts for only about a quarter.
In health care, the smart insoles could support gait analysis to detect early abnormalities associated with foot pressure-related conditions (such as diabetic foot ulcers), musculoskeletal disorders (such as plantar fasciitis) and neurological conditions (such as Parkinson’s disease).
The new system also used machine learning to learn and classify different types of motion. That offers opportunities for personalized health management, including real-time posture correction, injury prevention and rehabilitation monitoring. Customized fitness training may also be a future use, the researchers said.
According to the study, these smart insoles showed no notable deterioration in performance after 180,000 cycles of compression and decompression, showing their long-term durability.
“The interface is flexible and quite thin, so even during repetitive deformation, it can remain functional,” said Li. “The combination of the software and hardware means it isn’t as limited.”
Researchers expect the technology will likely be available commercially within the next three to five years. Next steps to advance the work will be aimed at improving the system’s gesture recognition abilities, which, according to Li, will likely be helped with further testing on more diverse populations.
“We have so many variations among individuals, so demonstrating and training these fantastic capabilities on different populations is something we need to give further attention to,” said Li.
Using ChatGPT, students might pass a course, but with a cost
Newswise — With the assumption that students are going to use artificial intelligence and large language models such as ChatGPT to do their homework, researchers in the Department of Aerospace Engineering in The Grainger College of Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign set out to learn how well the free version of ChatGPT would compare with human students in a semester-long undergraduate control systems course.
The results: On straightforward math homework, ChatGPT got an A, but with some quirky answers. However, on higher-level problems that require reasoning, it got a D.
“We found ChatGPT technology can get an A on structured, straightforward questions. On open-ended questions it got a 62, brining ChatGPT’s semester grade down to an 82, a low B. The class average for the human students was 84.85 percent because they could handle the problems that required higher-level reasoning,” said Ph.D. student Gokul Puthumanaillam.
The study concludes that a student who puts in minimal effort, showing no effort to learn the material, could use ChatGPT exclusively, get a B and pass the course. The problem is the passing grade might be the combination of A+ in simple math and D- in analysis. They haven’t learned much.
“Like calculators in math classes, ChatGPT is a tool that’s here to stay and that students will use. What the results of this study pointed out to me is that I need to adjust as an educator,” said Puthumanaillam’s advisor Melkior Ornik. “I plan to consider how I design my courses so that, over time, I include more higher-level questions, perhaps including project-based assignments. Students will still use programs like ChatGPT to do the simpler math problems, but by adding more open-ended questions, they’ll also reach a higher level of critical thinking and truly learn the material.”
Puthumanaillam said although ChatGPT is fast and mostly correct on structured questions, it’s wise to use it with caution.
“A student might take 20 minutes to answer a question. ChatGPT solves it in less than 20 seconds, but the correctness is sometimes questionable.”
He also described examples of strange behavior from ChatGPT’s homework such as using inappropriate technical jargon and saying things that were simply not true.
“Despite the fact that we provided all of the course material needed to ChatGPT, it still hallucinated, using words like quasi periodic oscillations that were never used in the class, in the lectures or course materials.”
The study considered the type of student who chooses to put in minimal effort. Puthumanaillam said the premium version of ChatGPT may be slightly more capable of solving the analytical questions and can store more memory to solve longer, more complex problems. The researchers chose to use the free version of the software because the average student probably wouldn’t want to spend the monthly fee.
Puthumanaillam noted that there were no team assignments in the course, the ChatGPT prompts used the exact language as the human students received, and it was all conducted synchronously.
“When the students were doing their homework, ChatGPT was also doing the homework. ChatGPT was just an extra student in the class.”
Did ChatGPT learn from its mistakes?
“When we told ChatGPT it was wrong on a multiple-choice question, gave it the correct option, then a variation of the same question, yes, it did better. In a sense, it was learning but overall, it was stagnant. If it scored 90 percent in homework, it ended up scoring 90 or 92 at the conclusion of the semester.”
This work was supported by the Grants for Advancement of Teaching in Engineering program at The Grainger College of Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Aerospace Professor Tim Bretl, along with Ph.D. students Grayson Schaer and Pranay Thangeda, created the project environments, developed course materials and the PrairieLearn infrastructure.
The study, “The Lazy Student’s Dream: ChatGPT Passing an Engineering Course on Its Own,” by Gokul Puthumanaillam and Melkior Ornik is available online and will be presented at 14th International Federation of Automatic Control Symposium on Advances in Control Education in June.
The syllabus and course materials for AE 353: Aerospace Control Systems, as well as sample prompts used in the research are available online.
Noatum Maritime and ASRY Mark Commencement of JV with Tugboat Delivery
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 18 April 2025: Noatum Maritime and The Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company (ASRY) have marked the operational commencement of their joint venture (JV) to provide integrated marine services in Bahrain, with the arrival of four modern tugs at ASRY’s headquarters.
The arrival of the tugs, part of Noatum Maritime’s existing fleet, was celebrated during a ceremony attended by representatives from various ministries, public bodies and leading industrial firms at ASRY’s headquarters in Bahrain.
This development follows the announcement of the JV in February 2025, which aims to expand the current marine service offering in Bahrain and across the wider region. The partnership, to be known as ASRY Marine, is aligned with both parties’ strategic goals to expand capabilities and diversify service offerings.
Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO of the Maritime & Shipping Cluster, AD Ports Group, said: “The arrival and deployment of these advanced tugs symbolise the official commencement of our strategic partnership with ASRY. We look forward to utilising our decades of expertise in this field to deliver greater operational efficiency, reliability and value to customers.”
Dr. Ahmed Al Abri, CEO – ASRY said: “We take pride in setting the stage for our new partnership with Noatum Maritime through this occasion. The new tugboats feature advanced technologies that will undoubtedly support and enhance current marine services, while also enabling the introduction of new ones. This partnership is set to open new doors for marine service growth within Bahrain and across the region.”
The arrival of the tugboats signals the JV’s operational readiness, and underlines both parties’ commitment to deliver safe and efficient marine services via a sophisticated fleet.
Rap, Rhythm, and Hype: Emiway Bantai Lights Up Infiniti Mall, Malad!
Mumbai, 17th April 2025: Infiniti Mall, a premier hub for shopping and entertainment, is set to come alive with an electrifying performance on 10th May at 7 pm. Fans can gear up for an unforgettable evening as Emiway Bantai, one of India’s most talented rappers, takes the stage for a high-energy performance.
Known for his razor-sharp lyrics and infectious beats, Emiway has taken the Indian hip-hop culture by storm with chart-topping anthems like Firse Machayenge, Jump Kar, Machayenge 4, Kya Bolti Public, and Bantai Ki Public. His dynamic stage presence and power-packed performances have earned him a massive fan following across the country.
Bringing his signature energy, fiery bars, and unstoppable beats, Emiway Bantai is ready to drop the mic and set the stage on fire with a night of pure hip-hop adrenaline! Don’t miss this thrilling experience at Infiniti Mall, Malad – get ready to jump, vibe, and be part of an epic celebration!
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CropLife International President and CEO Emily Rees is announced in B20 co-Chair role
Brussels, 17 April 2025: CropLife International has on 16 April warmly welcomed the appointment of its President and CEO, Emily Rees, to the role of B20 Sustainable Food Systems & Agriculture Taskforce co-Chair under the South African Presidency of the G20. The Taskforce will provide the G20 Agriculture Ministers with strategic recommendations for endorsement by Heads of State in November, furthering its stated purpose of promoting sustainable agricultural practices, enhancing supply chain resilience, and ensuring equitable access to nutritious food.
Building upon the work of the Brazilian Presidency last year, the South African G20 in 2025 will continue to emphasize the food security imperative as it fosters global cooperation to address the world’s most pressing challenges. The promotion of sustainable productivity growth through access to and adoption of new technologies is central to CropLife International’s purpose as it represents the businesses at the forefront of R&D in agriculture and plant-science, and as such the Association is aptly placed to once again make a meaningful contribution to the Taskforce’s work.
Commenting upon her appointment, Emily Rees said “At a time when the fragility of our environment and geopolitical systems alike becomes ever more pressing, CropLife International is honoured to once again bring both its expertise and unswerving commitment to bear in the Taskforce’s work. Last year, under the able representation of our Chairman Livio Tedeschi as co-Chair, we saw the role of sustainable agricultural productivity in fostering resilient food systems as a central theme. This year, we have the opportunity to turn this declaration of intent into a catalyst for progress. I look forward to serving the Taskforce in driving tangible and implementable outcomes to improve food security and build more resilient food supply chains”.
Futureverse Announces Acquisition of Candy Digital
Brands Including MLB, Netflix & DC Comics Enter the Futureverse Ecosystem Leading to a New Chapter of AI Powered Fan Experiences
GLOBAL (April 17, 2025) – Futureverse, the leader in revolutionary, generative AI and open gaming technologies, has announced its acquisition of Candy Digital, home to blue chip brands like Major League Baseball (MLB), Netflix, Getty Images, Warner Bros. Discovery, and DC Comics with the goal of bringing AI to the forefront in the next chapter of immersive experiences for brands and sports entertainment.
In today’s modern media landscape, consumers already spend most of their time in front of screens—the digital world is where attention lives. Brands and IP are challenged with the constant question of what happens next in a fragmented sea of content? Brands must find innovative ways to utilize emerging technology to break through to consumers and create interesting experiences that people actually care about.
With the acquisition of Candy, Futureverse is setting out to help these brands break through the noise by injecting its patented, state of the art AI and metaverse technology into Candy’s high-profile IP including over 4M digital collectibles and a massive customer base of over 1.5M accounts.
“Brands like MLB and DC Comics already sit at the intersection of digital and real-world fandom,” said Aaron McDonald, Co-Founder and CEO, Futureverse. “By bringing them into Futureverse’s ecosystem, we can leverage our technology to build the kind of immersive experiences that enhance brand loyalty and create a new format for great brands, beloved characters and world class stories to deepen their user engagement.
“Candy combines emerging technology with purpose-driven design to create loyalty programs, digital ticketing, on-chain gaming, and fan marketplaces that reward participation and strengthen fan communities,” said Matt Novogratz, Co-Founder and SVP of Candy Digital. “It’s a natural move for us to join forces with Futureverse who are true industry leaders with patented technology that is defining how brands will engage in this ever-evolving digital world where most interactions take place.”
Candy’s premium IP and expansive content library will be integrated into The Root Network, Futureverse’s layer 1 blockchain, which will address brand concerns around AI, creative rights, and ownership. No longer relying on outdated legal frameworks, Futureverse embeds IP protection directly into its technology—giving these brands the power to unlock new revenue and allow their protected assets to be safely used across gaming and new digital experiences in this next phase of the internet.
Futureverse’s tech stack will open new doors for Candy’s partners to engage with fresh, digitally native audiences, fostering creativity. Futureverse is creating the ultimate next-generation fan experience—one where digital ownership is real, gameplay is truly interoperable, and accessibility is easy for everyday people.
Candy Digital is backed by industry-leading investors, who are now welcomed to the Futureverse ecosystem, including Galaxy Digital, ConsenSys Mesh, HENI, 10T Holdings, Microsoft, Griffin Gaming, RRE Ventures, Arcadia, Martis Capital, Third Kind Venture Capital, Warner Brothers, The Lao, Wakem Digital, and Jay Street Holdings, among others.
Comau enters into a binding agreement to acquire Automha
Turin, New York, Bergamo – April 16, 2025 – Comau has signed a binding agreement for the acquisition of Automha, an Italian company operating in the warehousing and intralogistics automation industry, owned by Trasma. The closing of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary conditions precedent in transactions of this type, including necessary regulatory approvals, and is expected to occur in the second quarter of 2025. Under the terms of the agreement Comau will acquire 100% of Automha shares, paving the way for new opportunities within the rapidly growing warehousing and logistics sector and establishing a further step toward the creation of a forward-focused Italian industrial automation hub able to innovate and compete in multiple markets.
To ensure business continuity, Automha will continue to operate with the same structure, management and strategic vision, keeping people, quality and innovation at its core. Franco Togni will retain his position as CEO while Gianni Togni and Roberta Togni, in addition to continuing in their current roles, will join the Comau Executive Committee to contribute to the ongoing development of both companies.
This binding agreement is coherent with the strategy behind the recent change in Comau’s shareholder structure – whose majority share is now held by One Equity Partners, an international private equity firm – which has allowed Comau to become a standalone company. With this acquisition Comau reconfirms and strengthens its Italian roots and operations, while enhancing its global offer and international presence. In parallel, Automha will be able to scale-up and further develop its business by leveraging an enhanced geographical footprint and in-house technology competencies. Furthermore, given that Comau and Automha are fully complementary, the relationship will strengthen the mutual portfolio of projects.
“Expanding our reach, know-how and technology portfolio through the acquisition of innovative companies such as Automha is a crucial step in Comau’s growth strategy, as defined when we became a stand-alone company and implemented immediately after the closing phase,” said Pietro Gorlier, CEO of Comau. “In addition to capitalizing on the strong growth potential of warehousing and intralogistics markets, the integration of Automha within Comau will allow us to leverage our combined expertise and resources, to accelerate innovation and growth across a wide range of global industrial sectors.”
“When we invested in Comau, we saw a clear path forward to help the company expand strategically and gain scale. M&A is a main driver for this, and we identified warehouse, logistics and handling automation systems as a significant opportunity for this business,” said Ante Kusurin, Partner at One Equity Partners. “The acquisition of Automha is a move toward diversification of Comau’s operations and further taps the company into industrial automation trends improving productivity across many industries. We are excited for the opportunity ahead of us as these two complementary companies join forces.”
“In Comau we have found a partner who shares our values of quality, innovation, and commitment to customer success,” added Franco Togni, Founder of Automha. “This new chapter represents not only a moment of growth for Automha but also a continuation of the journey that began in 1979. I look forward to the future that lies ahead, knowing that together with Comau, we will continue to build excellence, expand our global impact and to reach a proper size to keep a leading position in a market that is increasing competitiveness and project dimensions.”
Dubai Gears Up for 25th Marathon on February 1, 2026
Supported by Dubai Sports Council, the Middle East’s Oldest International Road Race to Welcome Runners from Over 140 Countries
The 2026 Dubai Marathon – the 25th staging of the Middle East’s oldest international marathon – will be held on February 1.
Dubai, UAE – The organising committee of the Dubai Marathon has officially opened registration for the 25th edition of the iconic race, set to take place on February 1, 2026.
Celebrating its silver jubilee, the Dubai Marathon – the Middle East’s oldest international road race – will mark a significant milestone in its illustrious history with special activities and elite-level competition. Supported by the Dubai Sports Council, the race offers a flat, fast course, attracting participants from around the world. With participation expected from over 140 countries, the event remains a cornerstone on Dubai’s sports calendar and a key fixture in the global marathon circuit.
Recognised as the first race in the region to earn the prestigious World Athletics Gold Label, the Dubai Marathon has become synonymous with record-breaking performances and world-class participation. Legendary athletes have tackled the route, including Haile Gebrselassie who famously recorded the second-fastest marathon time in history during his first appearance in Dubai in 2008, a feat that solidified the race’s global standing.
Dubai Sports Council reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the event, highlighting its contribution to the city’s international sports profile and its significant economic impact, particularly through tourism and hospitality. Over the past 25 years, the Dubai Marathon has grown into one of the top ten marathons in the world, drawing top-tier athletes and thousands of amateur runners each year.
Alongside the full 42.195km marathon, the 2026 edition will feature a 10km road race and a 4km fun run, offering an inclusive experience for participants of all fitness levels. Registration is now open via the official website dubaimarathon.org Race Director Peter Connerton said: “In coordination with the Dubai Sports Council and other government partners, we are delighted to announce the opening of registration for the 25th Dubai Marathon. To mark the silver jubilee, we are preparing a year-long series of special events leading up to race day.
“Since the inaugural edition, the Dubai Marathon has steadily risen to the top tier of global road racing. Highlights such as the 2008 race featuring Haile Gebrselassie and the ground-breaking 2018 event where seven runners clocked sub-2:05 times for the first time in marathon history have cemented its place among the world’s most prestigious marathons.”
Recent editions have seen rising stars make their mark. In 2017, current Olympic champion Tamirat Tola took victory, while in 2019 reigning world marathon champion Ruth Chepngetich made her marathon debut with a win in Dubai. Earlier this year, Ethiopian runner Bute Gemechu clinched the men’s title on his debut appearance with a time of 2:04:51, while compatriot Berdatu Hirpa secured the women’s title in 2:18:27, surpassing her personal best after a thrilling duel with 2023 winner Dera Dida.
Ahmed Al Kamali, General Coordinator of the Dubai Marathon, emphasised the city’s unmatched infrastructure and readiness to host global sporting events. “Dubai offers world-class facilities, a highly advanced transportation network, and diverse accommodation options, making it an ideal destination for international events,” he said.
“The marathon plays a major role in promoting Dubai as a leading tourist and sports hub. We look forward to welcoming runners from around the world as we celebrate the silver jubilee of the Dubai Marathon, the first international marathon in the Middle East.”