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Apple’s Foldable iPhone Poised for 2026 Launch Amid Design Challenges
Apple is reportedly making significant strides towards releasing its first foldable iPhone, potentially launching the innovative device as early as 2026. According to an exclusive report by The Information, Apple's much-anticipated entry into the foldable smartphone market is advancing beyond the conceptual phase, with a prototype nicknamed "V68" now in development with suppliers. 
Apple is reportedly making significant strides towards releasing its first foldable iPhone, potentially launching the innovative device as early as 2026. According to an exclusive report by The Information, Apple's much-anticipated entry into the foldable smartphone market is advancing beyond the conceptual phase, with a prototype nicknamed "V68" now in development with suppliers. -
Wiz Halts $23 Billion Acquisition Talks with Google, Focuses on IPO
Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz has terminated negotiations with Alphabet, Google's parent company, regarding a potential $23 billion acquisition, according to a memo seen by CNN. This move, which would have marked Google's largest acquisition, has been shelved as Wiz pivots towards an initial public offering (IPO) and aims to generate $1 billion in annual revenue. 
Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz has terminated negotiations with Alphabet, Google's parent company, regarding a potential $23 billion acquisition, according to a memo seen by CNN. This move, which would have marked Google's largest acquisition, has been shelved as Wiz pivots towards an initial public offering (IPO) and aims to generate $1 billion in annual revenue. -
Google Abandons Plan to Kill Third-Party Cookies, Opts for User Choice Instead
Google has decided to halt its long-anticipated plan to phase out third-party cookies in its Chrome browser, a move that was expected to significantly impact digital advertising. After years of development, testing, and regulatory scrutiny, Google has opted for a different approach, one that offers users the ability to make an informed choice regarding third-party cookies, rather than outright deprecating them. 
Google has decided to halt its long-anticipated plan to phase out third-party cookies in its Chrome browser, a move that was expected to significantly impact digital advertising. After years of development, testing, and regulatory scrutiny, Google has opted for a different approach, one that offers users the ability to make an informed choice regarding third-party cookies, rather than outright deprecating them. -
EU Probes Meta's Payment Model Over Consumer Misleading Claims
The European Union is scrutinizing Meta's newly introduced payment model, questioning whether the tech giant has misled consumers in the rollout of its latest offering. On Monday, the European Commission announced that consumer protection authorities across the EU are investigating Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, over potential violations of consumer protection laws. 
The European Union is scrutinizing Meta's newly introduced payment model, questioning whether the tech giant has misled consumers in the rollout of its latest offering. On Monday, the European Commission announced that consumer protection authorities across the EU are investigating Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, over potential violations of consumer protection laws. -
Microsoft Introduces Recovery Tool for CrowdStrike-Induced IT Outage Affecting 8.5 Million Devices
Microsoft has rolled out a free tool aimed at rectifying the widespread IT disruption caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update, which has left 8.5 million Windows machines non-functional. The newly released tool is intended to aid IT administrators in recovering from the dreaded blue screen of death (BSOD) boot loop, a consequence of the update mishap. 
Microsoft has rolled out a free tool aimed at rectifying the widespread IT disruption caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update, which has left 8.5 million Windows machines non-functional. The newly released tool is intended to aid IT administrators in recovering from the dreaded blue screen of death (BSOD) boot loop, a consequence of the update mishap. -
Nvidia Prepares China-Specific AI Chip Amid Tightened U.S. Export Controls
Nvidia Corporation, the American multinational technology company, is reportedly developing a version of its new flagship AI chips specifically designed for the Chinese market to comply with current U.S. export controls. This strategic move is seen as an effort to maintain its presence in China, which remains a significant market for the company despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and regulatory challenges. 
Nvidia Corporation, the American multinational technology company, is reportedly developing a version of its new flagship AI chips specifically designed for the Chinese market to comply with current U.S. export controls. This strategic move is seen as an effort to maintain its presence in China, which remains a significant market for the company despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and regulatory challenges. -
What is CrowdStrike? How Its Falcon Sensor Update Led to Worldwide Windows Outage and Blue Screens
A major technology outage on Friday led to widespread disruptions across various sectors, grounding flights, crashing payment systems, and blocking access to critical Microsoft services. The root cause of this global IT failure was traced back to a malfunctioning update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, specifically in its Falcon Sensor software. 
A major technology outage on Friday led to widespread disruptions across various sectors, grounding flights, crashing payment systems, and blocking access to critical Microsoft services. The root cause of this global IT failure was traced back to a malfunctioning update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, specifically in its Falcon Sensor software. -
Next-Gen iPhone SE to Mirror iPhone 16's Design and Features, Rumor Suggests
Apple is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of the iPhone 16 this September, but recent rumors indicate that the upcoming iPhone SE 4, slated for release in spring 2025, will share significant design and manufacturing similarities with the iPhone 16. This strategic alignment may mark a shift in Apple's approach to its budget-friendly SE lineup, offering advanced features typically reserved for its flagship models. 
Apple is gearing up for the much-anticipated launch of the iPhone 16 this September, but recent rumors indicate that the upcoming iPhone SE 4, slated for release in spring 2025, will share significant design and manufacturing similarities with the iPhone 16. This strategic alignment may mark a shift in Apple's approach to its budget-friendly SE lineup, offering advanced features typically reserved for its flagship models. -
Huawei Sues MediaTek Over Patent Infringement Amidst Ongoing Licensing Strategy
Huawei Technologies has initiated a lawsuit against MediaTek for alleged patent infringement, as reported by Nikkei. The case, filed in a Chinese court, represents one of Huawei's broader strategies to boost revenue through licensing fees and royalties. Although MediaTek confirmed the lawsuit, the company has refrained from disclosing specific details about the patents involved or the nature of the allegations. 
Huawei Technologies has initiated a lawsuit against MediaTek for alleged patent infringement, as reported by Nikkei. The case, filed in a Chinese court, represents one of Huawei's broader strategies to boost revenue through licensing fees and royalties. Although MediaTek confirmed the lawsuit, the company has refrained from disclosing specific details about the patents involved or the nature of the allegations. -
Major IT Outage Halts Airlines, Banks, and Hospitals Globally
A widespread IT outage caused by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike sent shockwaves across multiple industries worldwide on Friday morning. The disruption affected airlines, banks, hospitals, and various other institutions, causing significant operational halts and delays. Despite initial concerns, CrowdStrike confirmed that the outage was not a result of a cyberattack. 
A widespread IT outage caused by a faulty update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike sent shockwaves across multiple industries worldwide on Friday morning. The disruption affected airlines, banks, hospitals, and various other institutions, causing significant operational halts and delays. Despite initial concerns, CrowdStrike confirmed that the outage was not a result of a cyberattack.
