December 5, 08:25 AM • 5792 viewsDecember 4, 02:10 PM • 23229 viewsUkrainian officials are discussing possible restrictions on Telegram due to its potential threats. According to intelligence reports, the messenger is used for cyberattacks and to adjust missile strikes, although it is used by 70% of Ukrainians.
Realme plans to double its share of the European market to 10% within 3-5 years. Chinese manufacturers are actively investing in the promotion of premium smartphones in Europe, competing with Apple and Samsung.
Nvidia reports an increase in the production of Blackwell chips, despite problems with overheating servers. The company expects to exceed revenue forecasts, although demand for chips exceeds supply.
Apple Music has recognized Billie Eilish as a 2024 Artist of the Year following the success of her album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT. The singer became the first artist to receive this title twice since 2019.
The US Department of Justice is demanding that Google sell the Chrome browser and limit its monopoly on the search engine. Regulators also want to ban the company from entering into agreements to install the search engine by default.
Apple has confirmed active cyberattacks on Mac users and released critical security updates. Intel-based Macs are at the highest risk, and iPhones and iPads running older versions of iOS 17 are also vulnerable.
The US Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit against Meta for monopolizing the social media market. The judge rejected Meta's motion to dismiss the case, accusing the company of suppressing competition through the acquisition of Instagram and WhatsApp.
NVIDIA is planning to release a new Blackwell GPU that could be a breakthrough in artificial intelligence. Analysts compare the potential impact of this chip to the release of Apple's first iPhone.
Apple has updated its professional audio editor Logic Pro for Mac and iPad with new features for mixing and recording. Mastering Assistant, new sound packs, and 32-bit recording capabilities have been added.
Social network Bluesky has recorded a significant increase in new users. This happened against the backdrop of an outflow of users from platform X (formerly Twitter) after the US presidential election. The platform has reached 14.5 million users.
Nvidia's market capitalization reached $3. 43 trillion, surpassing Apple's $3.38 trillion. The chipmaker's shares rose 2.9% to $139.93 amid the global development of artificial intelligence.
Berkshire Hathaway continues to sell off shares, including stakes in Apple and Bank of America. Warren Buffett's company has increased its cash reserves to a record $325 billion amid the upcoming US elections.
The Indonesian government has banned the sale of Google Pixel smartphones due to non-compliance with localization requirements. According to the rules, 40% of components for phones must be locally produced.
Canon has introduced a new RF-S7. 8mm F4 STM Dual lens for 3D shooting with a 63-degree viewing angle. The device will go on sale in November 2024 at a price of $450, which is significantly cheaper than existing analogs.
Indonesian authorities have banned the sale of iPhone 16 due to non-compliance with the 40% local content requirement. About 9000 devices have already entered the country through passenger luggage, but their sale will be illegal.
A federal jury in Delaware has found that early versions of Masimo smartwatches infringe two Apple patents. The infringement concerns the W1 and Freedom models and smartwatch design technologies.
Apple has announced an “exciting week” for Mac via a press release. The new Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro with M4 processors are expected to be introduced.
An expert predicts key trends in the smartphone industry for 2025. These include improved AI, enhanced security, multi-screen displays, eco-friendly manufacturing and new battery technologies.
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Amazon has launched a new Kindle Colorsoft with a color display for up to $300. The device has a special Colorsoft screen with a nitride LED light guide and runs on a battery for several weeks.
Apple has announced the updated 7th generation iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip and support for Apple Intelligence. The tablet has improved performance, support for Apple Pencil Pro, and new AI features.
Indonesian authorities have asked Apple and Google to block the Chinese app Temu. This decision is aimed at protecting local small and medium-sized businesses from unhealthy competition with cheap Chinese goods.
Google is experimenting with blue check marks in search results to indicate trustworthy companies. The feature will help users recognize official websites and trusted businesses faster.
Apple is accused of requiring employees to sign agreements that violate their rights. The company also applied policies that made it difficult for employees to express their opinions freely.
The U. S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Visa for illegally monopolizing the debit card market. The company is accused of suppressing competition and charging excessive fees, costing consumers and businesses billions of dollars.
At the request of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Google Play blocked 19 online casino applications, and the App Store blocked 12. Fedorov called on citizens to report any illegal casino apps they find.
The EU Court of Justice overturned Google's €1. 49 billion fine for abuse of dominance in advertising. Qualcomm was unable to cancel the EU fine, but managed to reduce it from EUR 242 million to EUR 238.7 million.
Apple has amended the App Store policy in the EU, allowing developers to promote offers directly in applications. New fees were introduced: 5% for user acquisition and 10% for retail services during the first year.
Google can avoid antitrust actions by terminating its default search agreement with Apple. This could cost Apple up to $20 billion in profits, but will accelerate its transition to AI-based search services.
The stock markets of the United States, Europe and Asia fell sharply amid fears of a slowdown in the US economy. The S&P500 and Nasdaq indexes fell by 4.1% and 6.3%, respectively, the FTSE 100 fell by 2.8%, and the Nikkei 225 fell by a record 12.4%.
