Tariff Troubles Lead Framework to Suspend Laptop Sales in the U.S.
April 8, 2025 – U.S.-based computer manufacturer Framework has announced a “temporary suspension” of sales for certain laptop models in the United States due to tariff policies that took effect on April 5 under the Trump administration. According to Framework, the affected laptop models encompass “several base – model Framework Laptop 13 systems (Ultra 5…
Apple’s Four-Pronged Strategy to Weather Tariff Storm: Supplier Pressure, Cost Absorption, and More
April 8, 2025 – Apple Inc. is reportedly preparing a multifaceted strategy to counteract the financial impact of impending tariffs on its products, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The company’s global manufacturing footprint faces fresh challenges as new tariffs threaten operations not only in China but also in countries where it has diversified production, including…
Google Shells Out Cash to Keep Some AI Employees Idle for a Year, Thwarting Rival Hires
April 8, 2025 – The rivalry among tech behemoths like Google, OpenAI, and others in the realm of artificial intelligence is intensifying, and retaining top – notch AI talent has emerged as a formidable challenge. Business Insider has revealed that Google’s AI division, DeepMind, has adopted an “aggressive” non – compete agreement to thwart employees…
Tesla Texas Gigafactory Preps Autonomous Vehicles for Delivery Parking Integration
April 8, 2025 – Tesla has recently expanded its autonomous driving capabilities beyond its California plant, now introducing similar technology at its Texas Gigafactory. According to industry insider Joe Tegtmeyer, the company has deployed an “autonomous drive-off” feature for refreshed Model Y and Cybertruck vehicles, allowing them to navigate from the production line to the…
Gurman: Siri Snags Delay Apple’s Smart Home Hub Launch to 2026
April 8, 2025 – Apple’s highly anticipated next-generation smart home hub, initially slated for a 2025 launch, now faces potential delays extending into 2026, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman in his latest Power On newsletter. The device, internally codenamed J490, was positioned as a voice-centric control center leveraging an upgraded Siri interface and App Intents…
India’s Push for ‘Fuel Vehicle Ban’: Starts This Year, Targets Completion by 2035
April 7, 2025 – India’s national government is deliberating strategies to combat the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi, with a key proposal on the table being the phased elimination of all pure diesel and gasoline vehicles across the capital and its neighboring regions. This initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs),…
Tesla Bull Slashes Target Price, Blames Musk – Triggered Brand Crisis
April 7, 2025 – Long – time Tesla bull Dan Ives has made a significant cut to his price target for the electric vehicle maker’s stock. In a note to clients on Sunday, Ives, from Wedbush Securities, lowered Tesla’s target price from 550to315, while keeping his “Outperform” rating intact. Ives explained that the 43% reduction…
Mayor Lurie Urges Tech CEOs: How Can We Keep You in San Francisco?
April 7, 2025 – In a recent event, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, as reported by TechCrunch, disclosed his proactive approach to retaining and attracting tech companies to the city. During a local gathering on the 3rd, Lurie mentioned he personally reaches out to CEOs of tech firms and entrepreneurs, asking them directly, “What can…
Toyota Targets 15 EV Models and 1 Million Units by 2027 in Strategic Expansion
April 7, 2025 –Toyota Motor Corporation, the world’s largest automaker, is set to revolutionize its electric vehicle (EV) strategy by 2027. The company plans to independently develop approximately 15 new EV models, establishing production hubs across Japan, China, the Americas, and Southeast Asia. This move is part of a broader initiative to significantly boost EV…
Gurman: Apple Unlikely to Assemble iPhones in U.S. Due to High Costs
April 7, 2025 – In a recent report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, it has been suggested that Apple is unlikely to shift iPhone production to the United States in the coming years, despite the latest tariff measures imposed by U.S. authorities. The primary factor cited for this decision is the prohibitive cost associated with such…