Tech Report: US ends tariff exemption on small imports, Taco Bell rethinks AI orders

(LILAMAX)- Shoppers will start paying more for overseas purchases today as the U.S. eliminates the de minimis exemption, a rule that had spared shipments under $800 from tariffs. The change is reshaping international shipping, with several countries halting deliveries to the U.S. in response.

Artificial intelligence is also facing setbacks in the fast-food industry. According to The Wall Street Journal, Taco Bell is rethinking its AI voice-ordering system after rolling it out at more than 500 locations last year. Customers reported glitches, delays, and even prank orders—including one for 18,000 cups of water.

Meanwhile, Dell Technologies reported weaker sales of its high-powered AI servers compared to the previous quarter. While demand for computing power to run AI tools has boosted overall sales, investors remain concerned about the profitability of AI servers.

And as Labor Day approaches, fraud experts are warning shoppers to be cautious with online deals. Scammers are creating fake websites that closely mimic real retailers. Red flags include broken website buttons, unusual payment requests, and suspicious web addresses. Experts remind consumers: if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.