DOJ backs antitrust bill targeting Apple, Google, Amazon

The US Department of Justice has endorsed the proposed antitrust bill that is intended to curb anticompetitive Big Tech companies, but which Apple says will instead harm consumers.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 8

Apple hardware subscription could shift focus away from iPhone shipments

Apple could be on the verge of a broad business shift away from iPhone shipments to installed base monetization if rumors of a hardware subscription are true, according to an analyst.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 19

Apple paying out up to $200K in stock bonuses to select engineers

Apple has doled out another round of special stock bonuses to a small group of engineers in an effort to retain talent and keep employees from leaving.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 14

EU will force Apple & Google to allow third-party app stores, payment services

The European Union has published its full Digital Markets Act, which sets out to require firms such as Apple to offer alternatives to its App Store, and payment systems.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 132

Epic's App Store lawsuit appeal badly flawed & 'Fortnite' ruling should stand, says Apple

In a new brief, Apple declares that Epic Games lost the Epic v. Apple trial because it failed to prove wrongdoing — and not because of any legal errors on the judge's part.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 4

Latest Apple Inclusion and Diversity report shows increasingly diverse workforce

Apple has released its latest Inclusion and Diversity report, showing that the company saw increases in employment among people in underrepresented communities.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 1

European Union reaching 'final countdown' to major tech antitrust legislation

European lawmakers are nearing an agreement on the main points of new legislation that would rein in the power of U.S. tech giants like Apple, Amazon, and Google.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

Apple agrees to pay $14.8M to settle iCloud storage lawsuit

Apple has agreed to pay out $14.8 million to U.S. residents to settle a class action lawsuit focused on the storage of user iCloud data on non-Apple servers.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 10

Apple remains favorite tech stock as company gears up for 'monster' growth

Despite supply issues, Apple is geared up for a "monster growth cycle" for 2022 that isn't currently baked into its share price, according to a Wedbush analyst.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 3

Apple lobbied New York State to adopt digital drivers' licenses

Newly released state lobbying records have revealed that Apple met with the local Department of Motor Vehicles to discuss adopting its digital drivers' licence plan.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 10

Ford poaches Apple executive for Ford+ restructure

Apple executive Jennifer Waldo will join Ford as part of the car company's Ford+ restructuring and ambition to take on Tesla with electric vehicles.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 6

Apple's School & Business Manager platforms to support Google Workspace

Apple School Manager and Apple Business Manager will both receive integration support with Google Workspace identity services later in 2022, allowing for easy sign-in and directory sync features.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 0

Apple's Learning Coach program teaches educators how to use the iPhone, Mac, and iPad

Apple is launching Apple Learning Coach, a free, professional learning program for teaching educators how to use Apple technology in the classroom, and also with the forthcoming Apple Education Community.

William Gallagher 4 years ago 0

European Commission aims to reach deal on antitrust laws by end of March

The European Commission is aiming to reach a fast-tracked deal with EU lawmakers to rein in the power of tech giants like Apple, Amazon, and Meta by the end of March.

Mike Peterson 4 years ago 6

Apple is getting serious about smart rings

Apple is still not making wedding rings that spy on your spouse, but it is continuing to research specific uses of "finger-wearable input assemblies."

William Gallagher 4 years ago 3

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