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Among the guests were Phoebe Gates and Eileen Gu, with the wedding expected in August in the Cotswolds.

The US House of Representatives banned the use of WhatsApp on government devices starting June 30 due to privacy risks and a lack of transparency regarding data protection. Meta, the company that owns the messenger, disagrees with this decision, emphasizing end-to-end encryption of messages and a higher level of security compared to other permitted applications.

OpenAI and Jony Ive's startup io are facing a trademark infringement lawsuit from iyO, a company specializing in custom headphones. OpenAI withdrew marketing materials related to the $6.005 billion acquisition of io after the lawsuit was filed.

A new fraudulent campaign impersonates Apple and Google, sending fake alerts about a "sponsored attack" on devices. Clicking on these phishing links can lead to data theft or malware infection.

Apple is preparing to introduce an exceptionally thin iPhone 17 Air in September 2025. The company is hoping that new models, along with improvements to iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence features, will stimulate device upgrades among consumers.

Apple is considering acquiring the startup Perplexity AI to strengthen its position in the artificial intelligence field. This deal will help the company develop its own AI-based search engine, which is an important step given the threat of the agreement with Google being terminated.

An Australian trial has confirmed the technological feasibility of age verification for social media. A law banning access for those under 16 could come into effect by the end of the year.

Apple and Meta will not face immediate sanctions for non-compliance with EU digital rules. Financial penalties will only be applied after prior analysis, not automatically, after a sixty-day grace period.

Hackers leaked 16 billion current user passwords for Apple, Facebook, and Google online. Cybersecurity experts warn of phishing attacks and recommend changing passwords immediately.

A glitch occurred in the test version of Windows 11: the startup sound was replaced with a melody from Windows Vista. Microsoft has acknowledged the error and is working to fix it.

Meghan Markle's podcast "Confessions of a Woman Founder" failed to stay at the top of the charts, losing to critics. The show dropped out of Spotify's top 100 and disappeared from Apple Podcasts' top 200.

In business circles, the possible absorption of "Citrus" by the "YABLUKA" network is being discussed, which may indicate the dominance of "gray" business. Previously, YABLUKA had already absorbed iStudio and was noticed in schemes to evade VAT payment.

Thousands of users around the world are experiencing problems accessing ChatGPT and generating images. OpenAI is working to restore the service, the failure affects mobile and browser versions.

Apple introduced iOS 26 with an updated Liquid Glass design language and program improvements. Added call filtering, background settings in messages, and a live translation function.

Bill Atkinson, one of Apple's key developers, has died at the age of 76 after a long battle with cancer. He created QuickDraw, MacPaint, and HyperCard.

Due to the ignoring of duties and illegal import, "gray" sellers set prices lower. They use schemes with sole proprietors, avoid taxes, and deprive buyers of guarantees.

The automated system for accounting for mobile devices has brought over 6 billion UAH to the state budget in 5 years. The Ukrainian State Centre of Radio Frequencies emphasizes the need to restore a full-fledged accounting mechanism.

Smart contracts for signing a contract with the army online will appear in "Reserve+" by the end of the year. The contract will enter the military unit's recruiting system after an interview with the recruiter.

Qualcomm is acquiring Alphawave for $2. 4 billion, a 96% premium over the closing stock price. The company plans to strengthen its position in the field of artificial intelligence and expand its intellectual property portfolio.

The British government is considering restricting the use of social media for children, namely a 2-hour limit and a 10:00 p. m. curfew. The Minister of Technology is studying the impact of addictive apps.

At WWDC 2025, Apple will focus on software updates, but there are questions about AI development, tariffs, and production relocation. A redesign of the interface and a change in the names of the OS are possible.

The shadow economy in Ukraine reaches 50% of the market, which leads to budget losses of 800-900 billion hryvnias. The most profitable sectors are tobacco, alcohol, gadgets, the agricultural sector and the gambling business.

Apple is testing 45W MagSafe chargers that support Qi2. The new hardware may debut with the iPhone 17, which is expected to be unveiled in the fall of 2025.

Ukraine can strengthen the fight against "gray" electronics through international digital tools.

Apple and Samsung warn against using phones in high temperatures, as this can shorten battery life. To avoid overheating, it is advised not to leave devices in the sun.

Apple has appealed against the European Commission's requirements to disclose user data to third-party developers under the DMA. The company believes that this violates privacy and restricts innovation.

Millions of tons of electronic waste are generated worldwide every year, most of which is not recycled. The situation in Ukraine is worsened by the "gray" market, which blocks the creation of a transparent e-waste disposal system.

A new investigation by UNN examines the eStore, iPeople, and Appleroom networks, which are suspected of trading in counterfeit equipment. Facts of tax evasion and the absence of necessary labeling have been discovered.

UNN has already written about two large networks that are suspected of shadow business - “Yabko” and “Yabluka”. This time we decided to turn our attention to the Stylus network.

Gold prices fell after Trump delayed the introduction of 50% duties on European goods. Interest in gold as a safe asset has decreased.