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Apple withholds data in India antitrust case, CCI sets final hearing
India's antitrust watchdog is moving quickly to decide penalties for Apple. The Competition Commission of India found Apple abused its dominant position in the iPhone app market. Apple has not provided requested financial data. The watchdog has set a final hearing for May 21. This signals a hardening stance against the US tech giant. Apple faces potential fines in India.
Global Markets | South Korean shares hit highest since late February, chipmakers jump
South Korean stock markets surged on Thursday, reaching their highest point since late February. This rally was fueled by optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran deal to end the war. Strong earnings from Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC also propelled South Korean chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix higher. The benchmark KOSPI index saw a significant increase, reflecting positive investor sentiment.
iPhone Fold leak? Dummy model photos surface on X — fans say Apple missed the mark
A leaked dummy model of Apple's anticipated foldable iPhone has surfaced, revealing a book-style design with a wide display. While sparking excitement, the device has drawn criticism for its proportions and potential lack of MagSafe. Expected in September 2026, this glimpse fuels intense online debate about its final form and features.
The best-selling smartphone on the planet right now is...? Check if you own this already
Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max emerged as the world’s best-selling smartphone in Q4 2025, with the iPhone 17 series sweeping the top three spots. Apple secured five positions in the global top 10, while Samsung took four and Xiaomi claimed one.
US-Iran ceasefire sparks Asian Markets rally: Hang Seng jumps at open, Kospi leads the gains and Nikkei soars; US, European futures rise
Asian markets surged on Wednesday following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran. This de-escalation eased fears of energy supply disruptions. Major benchmarks like South Korea's KOSPI and Japan's Nikkei saw significant gains. Global futures also rallied as oil prices eased, boosting investor confidence and expectations of steadier growth.
GIFT Nifty down 80 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Indian stock markets continued their upward trend for a third day. Analysts suggest further gains are possible if the market surpasses Monday's high. A failure to do so could lead to a period of consolidation. The India VIX, a fear gauge, saw a slight decrease. Foreign investors were net sellers, while domestic investors bought shares.
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Electronics quick commerce firm Epik raises $1 million led by Info Edge Ventures
Electronics quick commerce firm Epik has secured $1 million in pre-seed funding to enhance its fulfillment infrastructure, expand its product catalog, and scale its demo personnel network. The company allows customers to try products at home within 60 minutes of a request, addressing the lack of touch-and-feel in online electronics purchases.

TISS Mumbai's HRM & LR batch sees median CTC of Rs 28 lakh during final placements
TISS Mumbai's HRM & LR batch of 2024-26 has concluded final placements with a mean CTC of Rs 28.69 lakh. The top salary saw a remarkable 82% surge to Rs 66 lakh. Aditya Birla Group led in offers, with consulting emerging as the most popular domain. Several new recruiters joined, alongside returning firms, indicating strong industry interest.

Global Market Update | South Korean shares fall 5%, won hits 17-year low on Mideast conflict
South Korean shares plummeted on Monday, with the KOSPI falling 5% and the won hitting a 17-year low amid escalating Middle East geopolitical conflict. Investors are concerned about potential attacks on energy facilities, impacting global markets. Despite robust tech sectors and government plans for an extra budget, market patience is waning.

Micron shares slip as hefty spending plans eclipse strong AI-fueled earnings
Micron's shares dropped more than 4% before the bell on Thursday, as the chipmaker's plans for heftier capex spending unnerved investors, taking the shine off another round of AI-fueled blockbuster quarterly earnings.

Rapido's new backer; Blinkit gets funding boost
Aravind Sanka's Rapido has added a new investor to its ongoing $600 million round. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

Manufacturing in India: An idea whose time is now
The task ahead is to compress a 20-year manufacturing journey into the next five. That requires decisive choices across direction, policy, infrastructure, and execution.

Food delivery's war woes; Apple's India ramp up
The Iran crisis will hit food delivery in India as limited cooking gas supplies impact restaurants. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.

Gulf crisis weighs on hyperscalers; Instant help’s costly blitz
Happy Monday! Hyperscalers are seeking safe havens for data centre ops outside of West Asia. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

FIIs will return to Indian stocks if any of these two conditions are met: Chris Wood of Jefferies
According to Christopher Wood, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) may return strongly to India equities if the global semiconductor cycle peaks or if the domestic market sees a sharp correction. In his GREED & Fear note for Jefferies, he said investors currently lack conviction that the semiconductor cycle has topped.

Why US stock futures suddenly surged today: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq turn green — Is Wall Street returning to its growth path now?
US stock futures turned green early Wednesday. Dow futures jumped to 48,598. S&P 500 futures climbed to 6,837. Nasdaq futures rose to 24,824. The rebound followed a sharp sell-off on Wall Street a day earlier. Markets reacted after reports said Iran quietly approached the US for talks to ease the conflict with Israel. That signal cooled oil fears. Brent crude hovered near $82 while WTI stayed around $75. Lower panic brought buyers back into equities. Investors now watch ADP payroll data and the US jobs report closely. Strong economic signals could push Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq further up this week.

Waiting for Samsung’s next super-thin iPhone Air rival? Its future just got uncertain
Samsung is re-evaluating its super-thin smartphone strategy due to lower-than-expected sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge. The company is also considering the future of its expensive TriFold device, while a wider single-folding Galaxy Fold is confirmed for summer. Additionally, Samsung is developing a next-generation S-Pen stylus and has introduced an innovative privacy display on the S26 Ultra.

Samsung S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro Max: Price, camera, display, battery, performance and more compared
Samsung S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: Following the global launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, the premium smartphone market has entered a new phase of competition. This comparison breaks down the hardware specifications, camera systems, battery capacities, and pricing of the Galaxy S26 Ultra against its predecessor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and its primary competitor, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price, privacy display, camera, battery, availability in India and other details
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch: Samsung has officially launched its most advanced flagship to date, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, alongside its siblings in the S26 series. Unveiled at the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, the Ultra model introduces a world-first built-in Privacy Display that secures personal data at the pixel level.

The looming Taiwan chip disaster that Silicon Valley has long ignored
In secret briefings held in Washington and Silicon Valley, national security officials warned executives from companies like Apple, Advanced Micro Devices and Qualcomm that China was making plans to retake Taiwan, which Beijing has long considered a breakaway territory.

Demand for Chinese smartphones in India falls for first time ever; prices to rise
Chinese smartphone prices: The entry- to mid-level market -- the industry's mainstay -- shrunk last fiscal, pulling down the combined revenue of the nine largest Chinese electronics firms operating in India by quite a bit.

Galaxy S26 pre-orders alert: How to get $900 Off, free accessories, storage upgrades and more
Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order deals today: Samsung Galaxy S26 pre-orders commence on February 25th at 1 PM ET. Early birds can secure deals through the Reservation program. Expect a free $30 accessory credit and potential trade-in savings up to $900 on the S26 Ultra. Free storage upgrades might also be available. Students and professionals can look forward to additional discounts.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch: How to watch the Galaxy Unpacked event, expected specs, price and more
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event is tonight, unveiling the new Galaxy S26 series. Expect the S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. Leaks suggest design tweaks, powerful Snapdragon processors, and increased RAM. Battery upgrades are anticipated with a new stacked design. New AI features and privacy tech are also on the horizon.

The looming Taiwan chip disaster that Silicon Valley has long ignored
If Taiwan is lost, the tech industry won't be able to say it wasn't warned. A New York Times investigation found that executives were so focused on winning in their hypercompetitive markets and maintaining big profit margins that facing up to the Taiwan problem was an afterthought.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series to get Perplexity AI with 'Hey Plex' support
Samsung is enhancing its Galaxy AI strategy by adding Perplexity as a new AI agent. This move allows users to access Perplexity using "Hey, Plex" on upcoming devices like the Galaxy S26 series. Samsung aims to create a multi-agent ecosystem where users can choose the best AI for specific tasks.

Vivo V70 Elite vs Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs OnePlus 15R: Specs comparison, price, and which is best value
Vivo launched the V70 Elite, priced from Rs 51,999, competing with the OnePlus 15R and Samsung Galaxy S25 FE. The V70 Elite boasts a 50MP selfie camera and a large 6500mAh battery with 90W charging, positioning it as a balanced option.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Confirmed for February 25: Galaxy S26 Ultra launch expected
Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event is set for February 25 in San Francisco. The company will unveil its new Galaxy S series, focusing on deeply integrated AI. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is anticipated to lead the launch.

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE launched: Check specifications, features, camera & other details here
Samsung has introduced the Galaxy S25 FE 5G, a new Fan Edition smartphone that incorporates flagship features from the S25 series while maintaining an affordable price point. It boasts a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED display, an Exynos 2400 chip, and a triple camera setup with a 50MP main lens.

Samsung Galaxy S25 long term review - Perfect for people looking for a compact smartphone
Samsung Galaxy S25 features a 6.1-inch display. The device is powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy SoC. This smartphone can access Galaxy AI features.
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