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Intel confirms Apple’s $1 billion smartphone modem business acquisition
Posted in Business, Hardware on 26th Jul, 2019
by Alex Muller
According to Intel, the transaction means Apple will hold over 17,000 wireless technology patents, including both Intel- and Apple-developed innovations.
U.S. proposes barring Facebook and other big tech firms from offering financial services
Posted in Business, Online on 15th Jul, 2019
by Alex Muller
In a sign of widening scrutiny after Facebook’s proposed Libra digital coin aroused widespread objection, the bill proposes a fine of $1 million per day for violation of such rules.
Apple’s first app development accelerator opens in Shanghai, China
Posted in Business, Software on 11th Jul, 2019
by Alex Muller
Apple expects to assist accelerator participants in designing, distributing, and marketing their apps for global rather than just local appeal, as well as spotlighting its newest and most important technologies within the country.
Virgin Galactic to become the first space tourism company to go public
Posted in Business, Science on 9th Jul, 2019
by Alex Muller
$800 million investment should keep the lights on until the company turns a profit.
Apple may finally be working on a much cheaper iPhone for China
Posted in Business, Hardware on 3rd Jul, 2019
by Alex Muller
If any iPhone rumor seems to persist year after year, it’s this one: Apple is working on a China-specific iPhone with sub-flagship features at a lower price point.