Intel Stock Soars 10% as Trump Administration Unveils AI Policy Shake-Up
Intel Corp. (NASDAQ: INTC) saw its stock surge 10% on Tuesday following a wave of pro-AI policy announcements from the Trump administration. The federal shift signals a departure from Biden-era AI regulations, instead prioritizing domestic semiconductor production and innovation.
Trump Signs Executive Order 14179: AI Innovation Takes Center Stage
President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14179, a move aimed at accelerating AI growth in the U.S. by reducing regulatory barriers and promoting a free-market approach to artificial intelligence and semiconductor manufacturing. The administration’s stance marks a clear shift from the previous administration’s regulatory approach, which focused on safeguarding consumers and workers from AI-related risks.
With this executive action, the White House is pushing for fewer restrictions on AI development while prioritizing U.S. leadership in the global AI race. The administration also emphasized its commitment to revitalizing domestic chip production, an effort that is expected to benefit companies like Intel and reshape the competitive AI industry landscape.
White House Appoints AI & Crypto Czar to Drive Policy Changes
Adding to the pro-tech momentum, a tech investor and former executive has been appointed as the AI & Crypto Czar at the White House. This new leadership role will oversee AI and cryptocurrency policies, potentially influencing state-level legislation as lawmakers respond to the federal policy shift.
Market Analysts: Intel Set to Gain from Deregulation and AI Expansion
Wall Street analysts view the administration’s AI push as a major tailwind for Intel, which has been ramping up its investments in cutting-edge AI chips and domestic semiconductor production. The company’s stock jump reflects investor optimism, as deregulation could lower costs, reduce red tape, and allow U.S. chipmakers to innovate at a faster pace.
With these policy changes, the AI industry in the United States is poised for significant transformation, as tech giants and chipmakers prepare for an era of accelerated AI innovation.
