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Apple told to pay back €13bn in tax by EU
Add a CommentApple has been told to pay back €13bn (£11bn; $14bn) in unpaid taxes to Ireland by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). The EU Commission accused Ireland of giving Apple illegal tax advantages eight years ago but the Irish government … Read more →
iPhone 15: Apple forced to ditch lightning charger
Add a CommentApple has confirmed its new iPhone will not feature its proprietary lightning charging port, after the EU forced the change. The tech giant said that the iPhone 15, unveiled at its annual event on Tuesday, would use a USB-C cable … Read more →
New iPhone, new charger: Apple bends to EU rules
Add a CommentApple’s latest iPhone will almost certainly feature a USB-C charge point when it is unveiled on 12 September. The firm’s phones currently use its proprietary Lightning adaptor, unlike rivals, including Samsung. A European Union law requires phone manufacturers to adopt … Read more →
Apple maintains position as world’s most valuable brand (LIST)
Add a CommentThe Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands Report 2023 reveals that Apple has retained its title as the world’s most valuable brand for the second consecutive year. With a brand valuation of $880 billion, Apple has proven its resilience in … Read more →
Apple unveils new $3,499 augmented reality headset that blends “real world with the virtual world”
Add a CommentAs expected, Apple has officially taken the wraps off its highly anticipated mixed-reality headset at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference. Apple kept us guessing until the very end of the event, leading with some new Mac updates and its usual … Read more →
Musk feuds with Apple over Twitter advertising
Add a CommentElon Musk has said Apple has halted most of its advertising on Twitter and accused the company of threatening to remove the platform from its app store. The feud comes as many companies have halted spending on Twitter amid concerns … Read more →
Apple reveals iPhone 14 Pro and Watch Ultra
Add a CommentApple has unveiled the iPhone 14, with emergency satellite connectivity and car crash detection technology, at a launch event in the US. The company revealed four versions of the new handset at its Cupertino headquarters, with an audience attending in … Read more →
Apple is no longer the world’s most valuable company
Add a CommentOil giant Saudi Aramco on Wednesday surpassed Apple as the world’s most valuable firm. Aramco’s market valuation was just under $2.43 trillion on Wednesday, according to FactSet, which converted its market cap to dollars. Apple, which fell more than 5% … Read more →
Apple rushes to block ‘zero-click’ iPhone spyware
Add a CommentApple has issued a software patch to block so-called “zero-click” spyware that could infect iPhones and iPads. Independent researchers identified the flaw, which lets hackers access devices through the iMessage service even if users do not click on a link … Read more →
Apple and Nike urged to cut ‘China Uighur ties’
Add a CommentCorporate giants including Nike face growing calls to cut ties with suppliers alleged to be using “forced labour” from China’s Uighur people. Activists have launched a campaign accusing firms of “bolstering and benefiting” from exploitation of the Muslim minority group. The … Read more →
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