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Utah Pioneers Mandatory Age Verification for App Store Access
Utah becomes the first US state to require Apple and Google to verify users' ages on their mobile app stores through the App Store Accountability Act. The groundbreaking legislation mandates parental consent for users under 18 and has gained support from major social media platforms.
Apple's $20B Google Search Deal in Jeopardy After Court Bars Trial Participation
A DC Circuit Court ruling has denied Apple's attempt to join Google's antitrust trial, potentially endangering their lucrative $20 billion search engine deal. The decision limits Apple's ability to defend the arrangement that makes Google the default search provider across Safari browsers.
Waymo's Robotaxis Set to Hit DC Streets in 2026, Pending Regulatory Approval
Alphabet's autonomous vehicle company Waymo plans to expand its driverless taxi service to Washington, DC by 2026, adding to its existing operations in major US cities. The company faces regulatory challenges but has already begun initial testing in key DC neighborhoods while working with local policymakers.
AI Breakthrough Accelerates DNA Data Storage Retrieval by 3,200x
Israeli researchers have developed DNAformer, an AI system that dramatically speeds up DNA-based data storage retrieval while improving accuracy by 40%. This breakthrough brings DNA storage technology closer to practical implementation for addressing future data storage challenges.
Apple Arcade's Struggle: A Gaming Platform in Need of Revival
Apple's gaming subscription service faces challenges with low engagement and revenue, primarily sustained through Apple One bundles. Industry experts suggest creating a dedicated app could transform Arcade into Apple's answer to Xbox Game Pass.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Endorses Chinese AI Startup DeepSeek Amid Strategic Push
Tim Cook praises DeepSeek's efficient AI development approach ahead of Apple's Shanghai developer conference, highlighting the company's efforts to expand AI features in China. The move comes as Apple seeks regulatory approval and local partnerships while navigating declining iPhone sales in the region.
Microsoft's Controversial Move: OneNote Performance Throttling to Push Windows 11 Adoption
Microsoft announces plans to deliberately slow down OneNote performance on Windows 10 systems starting June 2025, forcing users to upgrade to Windows 11. This aggressive strategy contradicts earlier promises and signals Microsoft's determination to drive Windows 11 adoption through productivity tool restrictions.
AirPods Max Lossless Audio Update: More Marketing Than Magic?
Apple's upcoming lossless audio support for AirPods Max via USB-C raises questions about real-world benefits versus marketing hype. Despite bold claims from executives, Apple's own documentation suggests minimal noticeable improvements over existing AAC quality for most users.
Privacy Alert: 23andMe's Bankruptcy Puts Millions of DNA Records at Risk
DNA testing giant 23andMe faces bankruptcy amid a devastating data breach affecting 7 million users, with plans to sell its genetic database through court proceedings. Privacy advocates and officials strongly urge immediate deletion of personal genetic data as the company's uncertain future raises serious privacy concerns.