Apple loses tax dispute: Billions flow to Ireland
Apple pays $16.5 billion to Ireland – after nine years, an unprecedented tax dispute between Apple, Ireland, and the...
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Apple introduces new AI: ILuvUI understands app interfaces
With ILuvUI, Apple is introducing an AI that understands and analyzes app interfaces and is designed to enable accessible and automated use.
EU tests age verification: How to keep children safe online
The EU is launching a pilot project for online age verification. The goal is to better protect children and ensure data protection across Europe.
Apple should consider a CEO change, according to LightShed
Apple is under fire for its lack of innovation and lagging behind in AI. Analysts are calling for a change at the company's top management.
Apple invests 500 million in US magnet production
Apple is investing $500 million in US production of rare earth magnets, strengthening recycling, innovation and jobs.
EU abolishes digital tax – Apple benefits for now
Apple is currently avoiding the digital tax. The EU is relying on other revenue sources – with political resistance and unclear implementation.
Apple reshuffles leadership after Jeff Williams resigns
Following Jeff Williams's resignation, Apple is restructuring its leadership structure and distributing key responsibilities to new heads.
Apple CEO Tim Cook stays – and will probably move even higher
Apple isn't abandoning Tim Cook – on the contrary: After years as CEO, he could soon also take over the chairmanship of the...
Apple is more successful than ever – thanks to Tim Cook
Tim Cook is often compared to Steve Jobs – unfairly. Read why Apple is more modern, stronger, and more global than...
Meta lures Apple executives with $200 million deal
Meta offers an Apple executive over $200 million, demonstrating how serious the company is about AI and Superintelligence Labs...