News & Insights Across Asia
Apple is reportedly in talks to invest in OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, as part of a $100 billion funding round led by Thrive Capital. This move could signify a major advancement in AI integration within consumer technology.
Apple’s $20 billion annual deal with Google faces uncertainty after a U.S. judge rules Google’s search engine is an illegal monopoly, potentially impacting profits for both tech giants.
Apple has chosen Google’s chips over Nvidia for its AI software infrastructure, utilizing Google’s tensor processing units to train AI models, signaling a shift in AI hardware preferences.
A U.S. union representing Apple retail employees has reached a tentative agreement focusing on work-life balance, pay raises, and job security. The Towson, Maryland store employees will vote on August 6.
India’s Competition Commission finds Apple abused its dominant position in the iOS app market, imposing unfair practices on developers. The findings may lead to fines and changes in business practices.
Apple has reportedly declined Meta’s proposal to integrate the Llama AI chatbot into iPhones, citing concerns over Meta’s privacy practices. The brief talks highlight the competitive AI landscape among tech giants.
Apple could face billions in fines as the EU charges the tech giant with violating the Digital Markets Act through its App Store policies.
Apple and Meta are in advanced talks to integrate Meta’s generative AI technology into Apple’s iPhones, potentially reshaping the AI landscape and enhancing user experiences worldwide.
Apple delays the launch of key AI features in Europe due to regulatory uncertainties from the EU’s Digital Markets Act, impacting innovations like Apple Intelligence and iPhone Mirroring.
Apple Inc. reclaims its position as the world’s most valuable company, surpassing Microsoft, after unveiling new AI-powered features that boosted its stock to record highs.
Apple is utilizing Google’s advanced AI hardware to enhance Siri’s capabilities, highlighting a collaboration that underscores the intertwined nature of tech giants in the pursuit of AI advancements.
Apple introduces ‘Apple Intelligence’ and integrates ChatGPT into iPhones at WWDC 2024, enhancing AI capabilities across its apps including Siri.
Apple unveils its latest iPad Pro featuring the new AI-focused M4 chip, marking a significant move in the tech giant’s pursuit of AI advancements.
Apple is reportedly developing its own AI chips for data centers through Project ACDC, collaborating with TSMC. The move could enhance Apple’s AI capabilities in server infrastructure.
Apple renews discussions with OpenAI to integrate advanced AI features into future iPhones, signaling a significant move towards enhancing devices with generative AI technology.
Apple is set to revolutionize its Mac lineup with AI-focused M4 chips, updating every Mac model late this year and early next year, including iMacs, MacBook Pros, and Mac minis.
Apple CEO Tim Cook met with China’s Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao in Beijing to discuss expanding Apple’s operations and strengthening economic and trade relations between China and the U.S.
Apple’s latest iPhone 15 series has underwhelmed in the Chinese market, but despite lukewarm reviews, global sales are expected to remain strong, continuing the trend of previous generations.
Apple’s largest iPhone factory in Zhengzhou has rapidly restored peak production following new COVID policies. The IMF predicts China’s economy will grow by 5.2% in 2023.
