Gurman Warns: Apple Must Cut App Store Fees to Avoid Global Legal Battles
May 20 2025 – In last night’s “Power On” newsletter, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman disclosed that Apple is currently raking in approximately $20 billion annually from its App Store. For developers, the platform offers a convenient ecosystem where they can avoid the hassles of setting up their own payment systems, managing accounts, and handling refunds. They…
Nvidia Eyes Quantum Leap: Reports Hint at PsiQuantum Investment to Bolster Quantum Tech Ambitions
May 20 2025 – Nvidia is reportedly advancing toward finalizing a significant investment in PsiQuantum, a quantum computing startup, according to sources familiar with the discussions cited by The Information. The Palo Alto-based firm, which distinguishes itself by employing photons as qubits and leveraging conventional semiconductor fabrication techniques—unlike many quantum startups relying on exotic materials—has…
Toyota Execs Swiftly Approach Nissan for Alliance Talks After Failed Honda-Nissan Merger
May 20 2025 – Rumors have surfaced indicating that a senior executive from Toyota Motor Corporation reached out to Nissan Motor Co. to explore potential collaborative frameworks, though the latter has declined to comment on the matter. Toyota, in response, confirmed it is reviewing the reports but has yet to issue an official statement. As…
Tesla Giga Berlin Unveils FSD Unsupervised Tech: Model Y Vehicles Now Self-Navigating Factory Floors
May 19 2025 – Tesla’s Giga Berlin facility has quietly joined the ranks of its U.S.-based counterparts in deploying cutting-edge FSD Unsupervised technology for internal vehicle logistics, automotive enthusiast outlet ilovetesla revealed in a blog post yesterday. The innovation, already operational at Fremont Factory and Gigafactory Texas, is now automating Model Y transportation within the…
2028 LA Olympics to Usher in ‘Air Taxis’ for Revolutionary Spectator Commute
May 19 2025 – As reported by the Associated Press on the 16th, attendees and VIPs at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will have the chance to take to the skies for the first time, using air taxis to reach the competition venues. Archer Aviation’s electric air taxi, named “Midnight,” will take off from vertical…
Troomi OS Debuts as ‘Kid-Friendly Android,’ Blocks Social Media Platforms on Select Samsung Devices
May 19 2025 – In today’s tech-driven world, digital safety has emerged as a critical concern for parents navigating their children’s online experiences. Addressing this challenge head-on, U.S.-based tech firm Troomi has recently unveiled a tailored operating system dubbed TroomiOS, engineered specifically for younger users. Built upon the Android framework, TroomiOS prioritizes child-centric design principles…
Apple to Let EU iPhone Users Ditch Siri for Alternative Default Voice Assistants
May 19 2025 – According to reports from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and Drake Bennett, Apple is gearing up to grant EU users the ability to set a default voice assistant other than Siri on their devices. In a comprehensive article published today delving into the shortcomings of Apple’s AI capabilities, the two sources revealed that…
Siri Upgrade Delays: Apple’s Hesitant AI Investment and Shift from Vague Promises
May 19 2025 – In a new in-depth report released today concerning Apple’s artificial intelligence strategy, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman delves into a number of strategic missteps that have marked the rollout of Apple Intelligence. According to Gurman, it’s highly unlikely that Apple will dedicate a significant portion of this year’s WWDC to discussing Siri. This…
Japan Eyes Including Tesla Superchargers in Local Subsidy Program Amid Tariff Policy Adjustments
May 19 2025 – According to a report by Japan’s TBS Television, during the ongoing discussions between Japan and the United States regarding tariff reductions, Japan is contemplating offering subsidies for the establishment of Tesla’s charging stations. It has been revealed through the report that the Japanese government currently provides installation subsidies only for electric…
Apple Loses Another Round in Brazil’s ‘iPhone’ Trademark Battle as Original Owner Regains Rights
May 17 2025 – For over a decade, Brazilian electronics firm IGB Eletrônica, formerly known as Gradiente, has been locked in a legal battle with Apple over the rights to use the “iPhone” trademark in Brazil. The saga began back in 2000 when Gradiente applied for the trademark for its G Gradiente Iphone mobile device….