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Hey Siri, how did Apple’s early lead in AI turn into a race to catch up?
Apple helped popularise voice assistants, then fell behind as rivals raised the bar. Fifteen years after Siri’s iPhone debut, a long-delayed overhaul puts its comeback to the test.
Global funds, same tech bet? The diversification trap Indian investors may miss
Many Indian investors mistakenly believe they diversify their portfolios by adding foreign countries. However, numerous global indices often revolve around similar technology narratives, particularly in semiconductors. To achieve real diversification, investors must grasp the fundamental earnings drivers. Exploring Europe and Japan can unveil distinct economic pathways, offering a refreshing contrast. A thorough assessment of concentration risks and market dynamics is vital when engaging in international investments.
Apple Maps launches ads on iPhone
Ads on Maps builds on Apple's broader privacy-first approach to advertising, and maintains the same privacy protections Maps users enjoy today. A user's location and the ads they see and interact with in Maps are not associated with a user's Apple Account.
Apple to hold annual developers conference from June 8
Apple said on Monday it would host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) online from June 8 to 12, showcasing updates across its platform, including AI advancements and new software and developer tools.
Apple Ads and Apple Maps should not be designated under Digital Markets Act, says EU
The European Commission said that Apple Ads and Apple Maps will not fall under the EU Digital Markets Act. It said both services are used relatively little in the EU and have limited impact on competition. Apple therefore is not gatekeeper.
Apple may soon show ads in Maps app: From gyms to restaurants, how this new feature may change the way you travel
Apple Maps will soon display advertisements. Businesses can pay to promote their locations in search results. This move aims to boost Apple's advertising revenue. The company plans to use AI for relevant results. Users might see targeted ads. This expansion follows similar strategies by other mapping services. Apple anticipates potential user feedback on increased advertising.
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Google wants right to bundle Gemini AI app with Maps, YouTube
Google wants to bundle its AI service, Gemini, with popular apps like Maps and YouTube, a move the Justice Department opposes. A federal judge is considering whether to allow this practice, as Google argues the AI market is still developing and it shouldn't be restricted from using common bundling tactics.

Income Tax lens on Google, Amazon & Apple for likely Rs 5,000 crore demand
The nub of the matter is the methodology followed in TP adjustments, resulting in what the department views as possible tax liabilities. The issue pertains to various assessment years, and is currently at different stages of investigation and litigation at several forums.

Google's billion-dollar payouts got in the way of a deal with Apple: DuckDuckGo CEO
A transcript from the trails showed DuckDuckGo had struck a deal with Apple in 2014 to be shown as an option on Apple devices, but the deal eventually did not materialise in 2019.

Apple faces critics over its privacy policies
Two developers going by the name 'Mysk' claimed last month that Apple was tracking users' every tap on the App Store, with no way of disabling the function.

Apple iPhone users may soon start seeing more ads on their devices: Report
According to a report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is looking to expand its ad revenue by pushing more ads in its apps on iPhones and iPads.

Be careful with what you share. Turn off these default settings on your device right away
These settings typically make us share data about our activities and location.

Ensure your smartphone is safe: Smart tips to use privacy-protection tools
Here’s a quick guide for Android and iOS settings.

How to use your phone’s privacy-protection tools
Apple’s iOS 15 and Google’s Android 12 operating systems beefed up their privacy controls this year to give you more warnings — and options — when a site or service wants to use personal information like location or browser clicks.

Going incognito: Hide footsteps on Google Maps, auto-delete YouTube history, erase audio from Assistant interactions
On America's National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the tech giant wants to help users understand privacy better.

"Advertising is neither science nor art; brands are using principles of decision science for years"
A new way needs to be found to make brands the default choice – else most advertising will be reduced to costly signaling without much results.

Apple vs Google: ad blocking war or something more?
Since the arrival of iOS 9 and the decision to allow ad-blocking technology, different articles have suggested the move is an aggressive mobilisation.

10 reasons why Google is becoming the new Microsoft
Around the turn of the millennium, Microsoft was under siege from all directions. And now in 2015, Google is under siege from all directions.

Zeotap raises $6.4 million from European VC firms, to set up India arm
“Bangalore has a wealth of world-class talent and is best-positioned to feed our voracious needs,” said Projjol Banerjea, zeotap’s chief product officer.

Here are the businesses that Microsoft could cut next
A close look at Microsoft shows other lagging businesses that probably don't fit in with company's new productivity-first mission statement.

Microsoft cuts 7,800 jobs, reorganizes Windows phone unit
Microsoft announced plans Wednesday to cut 7,800 jobs along with a reorganization of its Windows Phone unit which has struggled in the mobile market.

Microsoft looking to buy AMD. Why not?
The Xbox could be the catalyst of such an acquisition. Intel is likely to throw a fit if its partner decides to become a chip designer.

Facebook-WhatsApp deal: Is paying Rs 1 lakh crore for a free app, a masterstroke or a mahablunder?
The $16 billion FB has agreed to pay for WhatsApp is a lot of dosh, but may be worth shelling out to own the world’s largest digital country in making.

Apple reveals Indian govt asked info on 65 devices, launches veiled attack on Google
Apple in its report said Indian officials made 27 requests, seeking information on 65 Apple devices and it complied with 11 of these requests.

Nokia rebranded maps 'here' to help navigate within malls
Nokia will focus on pushing service on Android and Apple phones, both competitors to its Windows and Symbian platforms and its mapping solution.

Finnish handsets maker Nokia betting big on location-based services market on mobiles
Finnish handsets maker Nokia is betting big on USD 6-billion market of location-based services on mobiles.

Tech wars take Microsoft, Apple and Amazon out of their comfort zones
The world's tech giants are fighting battles that are taking them out of their comfort zones. That's great for consumers. Also, enjoy the snafus.

How Google Earth changed the world
The most significant difference between Google Earth and its predecessors is the lack of geographers involved in its creation and maintenance.
UK watchdog disconnects iPhone ad for over-hyping features
The UK advertising watchdog on Wednesday banned a TV ad of the iconic touchscreen handset iPhone for over-hyping its internet capabilities and misleading the consumers.
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