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Apple says it was ordered to pull WhatsApp, Threads from China app store
SAN FRANCISCO – Apple said it pulled the Meta-owned apps WhatsApp and Threads from its App Store in China on April 19 on government orders, potentially escalating the war over technology between the United States and China.The Straits Times - Apr 29, 2024
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Moondrop breaks into the smartphone market with the MIAD 01, a smartphone designed for audiophiles
Following a suite of teasers, Chi-Fi IEM maker Moondrop has made its first foray into the world of smartphones with the MIAD 01 – the Mobile Internet Audio Device.Hardwarezone - Apr 26, 2024
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Passkeys now supported on WhatsApp for iOS
WhatsApp just announced it is rolling out support for passkeys on iOS.Hardwarezone - Apr 26, 2024
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Baidu says its ChatGPT-like Ernie bot exceeds 200 million users
SHENZHEN — Baidu CEO Robin Li said Tuesday the company’s ChatGPT-like Ernie bot has exceeded 200 million users.CNBC - Apr 17, 2024
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TECH Apple will ‘look at’ manufacturing in Indonesia, CEO Cook says, as China diversification push continues
Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company will “look at” manufacturing in Indonesia, following a meeting with the country’s President Joko Widodo, at a time when the iPhone giant continues to diversify its supply chain away from China.CNBC - Apr 17, 2024
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State-backed cyberattacks, AI deepfakes, and more: Experts reveal UK election cyber threats
Britain is expected to face a barrage of state-backed cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns as it heads to the polls in 2024 — and artificial intelligence is a key risk, according to cyber experts who spoke to CNBC. CNBC - Apr 16, 2024
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Apple CEO Tim Cook visits Vietnam — one of the iPhone giant’s most important manufacturing hubs
Apple CEO Tim Cook arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam, on Monday as the U.S. tech giant looks to boost sales in new markets.CNBC - Apr 16, 2024
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OpenAI opens its first Asia office in Japan as a ‘first step’ in its commitment to the region
OpenAI has opened its first Asian office in Tokyo, Japan as the ChatGPT developer aims to expand its global presence.CNBC - Apr 16, 2024