In a significant legal battle, U.S. DOJ prosecutors have argued that Google should be forced to divest its Chrome browser and share data and search results with competitors to dismantle its alleged monopoly on online search. The prosecutors proposals include ending its deal with Apple to be the default search engine in Safair, and, if remedies fail, selling Android, among potential solutions to address the company’s alleged monopoly abuse. Reuters: ‎ “Google’s unlawful behavior has deprived rivals not only of critical distribution channels but also distribution partners who could otherwise enable entry into these markets by competitors in new and innovative ways,” the DOJ and state antitrust enforcers said in a court filing, opens new tab on Wednesday. Their proposals…

Apple will argue for the dismissal of the U.S. Department of Justice’s antitrust lawsuit on Wednesday. The lawsuit accuses Apple of abusing its so-called market dominance in the U.S. smartphone market. Jody Gody for Reuters: ‎ U.S. District Judge Julien Neals in Newark, New Jersey, is scheduled to hear arguments from lawyers for Apple, and from prosecutors who say the company locks users in and keeps competition out by limiting interoperability between the iPhone and third-party apps and devices. Apple has moved to dismiss the case, saying its limitations on developers’ access to its technology were reasonable, and that forcing it to share technology with competitors would chill innovation. The Apple lawsuit filed in March by the DOJ and a…

In the fast-paced world of technology, Apple Inc. stands as a global giant, not just in terms of innovation and product popularity, but also as a significant player in the global economy. As we look ahead to the next 10 years, it's crucial to analyze and understand how Apple is poised to impact the economy on a global scale. (more…)

Apple CEO Tim Cook laughs with former U.S. President Donald Trump as the news media leave the room after the two men spoke while participating in an American Workforce Policy Advisory Board meeting in the White House State Dining Room in Washington, U.S., March 6, 2019. (photo: Reuters/Leah Millis) Apple CEO and other top company executives were “probably relieved when former President Donald Trump won reelection this month,” Mark Gurman reports for Bloomberg News. Mark Gurman for Bloomberg News: ‎ For all their progressive values, Apple Inc.’s top management was probably relieved when former President Donald Trump won reelection this month. Trump’s policies and rhetoric may clash with Apple’s public positions (on the importance of reducing emissions, for instance), but…

The tech industry is dynamic and ever-changing, with companies constantly striving to stay ahead of the curve. Apple, a giant in the tech world, has consistently set benchmarks for innovation and design. As we look ahead, it's crucial to analyze how Apple's competitive position might evolve over the next five years. (more…)

The glass for every generation of iPhone has been made at Corning’s plant in Harrodsburg, Kentucky. Steve Jobs’s persuasive powers played a crucial role in convincing Corning to develop the ultra-thin, scratch-resistant glass used in the iPhone. Jobs presented a compelling vision of the future of mobile devices, emphasizing the need for a durable and visually stunning display. He convinced Corning to invest in research and development to create a glass that could meet Apple’s stringent requirements. This collaboration led to the development of Gorilla Glass, a revolutionary material that has become synonymous with high-quality smartphone displays. When Jobs was designing the iPhone, he decided that he wanted its face to be a tough, scratchproof glass, rather than plastic. He…