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Qualcomm's $1.4B Nuvia Gamble: Cost-Saving Strategy Revealed in Arm Legal Battle
Court testimony reveals Qualcomm CEO's strategic vision behind the $1.4B Nuvia acquisition as a potential cost-saving measure. The high-stakes legal battle with Arm could reshape semiconductor industry licensing practices while highlighting Qualcomm's struggle to gain laptop market share.
Apple Seeks Chinese Tech Giants for iPhone AI Integration in Mainland Market
Apple is in early discussions with Tencent and ByteDance to bring AI features to iPhones in mainland China, navigating strict regulatory requirements. The potential partnerships could help Apple maintain its position while providing compliant AI services through established local providers.
Apple's AI System Sparks Controversy Over False BBC News Attribution
Apple faces backlash after its Intelligence feature generated fake news attributed to BBC, including a fabricated alert about a murder suspect. Media watchdog RSF calls for the feature's removal, highlighting critical concerns about AI's compatibility with factual journalism.
Apple's $1B Indonesia Investment Plan Aims to Resolve iPhone Ban
Apple proposes a significant $1 billion investment in Indonesia, including two manufacturing facilities for AirTags and accessories, to address tensions over previous investment shortfalls. The deal could lift the country's iPhone 16 sales ban while helping Apple diversify its manufacturing footprint in Southeast Asia.
Harvard Unveils Massive Public Domain Dataset for AI Training with Tech Giants' Support
Harvard University is releasing nearly one million copyright-free books as an AI training dataset, backed by Microsoft and OpenAI. This groundbreaking initiative aims to democratize access to quality training data while addressing concerns about AI companies' use of copyrighted materials.
Mobile App Market Shows Mixed Signals: Downloads Drop While Revenue Soars to $127B
Global app downloads declined 2.3% in 2024, yet consumer spending reached $127 billion, up 15.7% year-over-year. Apple's App Store dominated revenue growth with $91.6B, while subscription-based apps emerged as key revenue drivers despite representing only 5% of total apps.
EU Orders Apple to Open iPhone Features to Competitors Under Digital Markets Act
European regulators demand Apple make iOS more accessible to rival developers, threatening fines of up to 10% of global sales for non-compliance. The clash centers on Apple's resistance to sharing key features like Wi-Fi connections and Siri, citing privacy and security concerns.
Apple Criticizes Meta's Multiple iPhone Software Access Requests Amid EU Regulations
Apple strongly opposes Meta's 15 interoperability requests for iPhone software tools, citing privacy and security concerns. The dispute highlights tensions between tech giants as they navigate EU's Digital Markets Act requirements, which mandate platform access while threatening significant penalties for non-compliance.
Google Contractors Required to Rate Gemini AI Responses Beyond Their Expertise
Google's revised guidelines now mandate contractors to evaluate Gemini AI outputs regardless of their technical knowledge, raising concerns about accuracy. The controversial policy change affects GlobalLogic contractors who previously could opt out of reviewing specialized content.