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Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Lead AI Eyewear Market While Navigating Privacy Concerns and Rising Competition
Dec 10, 2025 04:37 pm CST
EssilorLuxottica's Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have successfully boosted revenue and currently dominate the AI eyewear market with a 60% share, bridging technology with fashion expertise. However, the product faces significant challenges from increasing privacy concerns under EU regulations and emerging competition from tech giants like Apple, Google, and Alibaba. While the company leverages its extensive distribution network and prestigious brand portfolio to maintain its advantage, analysts question whether this first-mover position will withstand the rapidly evolving smart eyewear landscape.
Sanchar Saathi App Discussed With All Mobile Manufacturers Except Apple: Communications Minister Highlights Fraud Prevention Benefits
Dec 02, 2025 10:39 pm CST
Communications Minister Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani explains that the Sanchar Saathi app, designed to combat cyber fraud and help locate lost mobile devices, has been discussed with all mobile phone manufacturers except Apple. With 1.4 crore downloads already, the app allows users to easily report fraudulent calls and messages, helping protect against financial fraud that cost Indians Rs 23,000 crore last year. The minister emphasized that the app collects only limited data and can be installed or deleted at users' discretion.
Apple's Stance Against India's Sanchar Saathi App Mandate Raises Privacy Concerns
Dec 02, 2025 04:49 pm CST
Apple is preparing to challenge the Indian government's mandate requiring smartphone manufacturers to preinstall the Sanchar Saathi cyber safety app, citing privacy and security concerns for its iOS ecosystem. The directive, which affects major brands including Samsung and Xiaomi, has sparked criticism from opposition politicians and privacy advocates who fear increased government surveillance of India's 730 million smartphone users.
Apple Appoints Former Google AI Leader Amar Subramanya as New Vice President of AI
Dec 02, 2025 01:18 pm CST
Apple has appointed Amar Subramanya as its new vice president of AI, replacing John Giannandrea. With 16 years of experience at Google where he led the Gemini Assistant team, Subramanya brings deep expertise in AI and machine learning to Apple's leadership team as the company works to accelerate its AI strategy and overcome previous delays in implementing advanced features for Siri and other Apple Intelligence innovations.
Apple Appoints Amar Subramanya as New Vice President of AI, Replacing John Giannandrea
Dec 02, 2025 07:52 am CST
Apple has named veteran researcher Amar Subramanya as its new vice president of AI, replacing John Giannandrea. Coming from Microsoft, Subramanya will lead Apple's Foundation Models and ML research, reporting to Craig Federighi as the company works to catch up with competitors in implementing AI features across its product lineup.
Apple Contests India's $38 Billion Global Turnover Antitrust Penalty Framework in Landmark Legal Challenge
Nov 27, 2025 10:18 am CST
Apple has filed the first legal challenge against India's amended antitrust law, which allows penalties based on global turnover. The tech giant faces a potential $38 billion fine in an ongoing case involving app marketplace practices, arguing that such calculation methods are unconstitutional and disproportionate. The landmark case, scheduled for hearing on December 3, could set a precedent for how India penalizes tech companies for competition violations.
John Ternus: The Apple Hardware Chief Positioned to Succeed Tim Cook as CEO
Nov 18, 2025 05:38 pm CST
Apple's succession planning appears to be focusing on John Ternus, Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, as CEO Tim Cook reportedly considers stepping down in 2025. With a strong engineering background and key role in Apple's transition to Apple Silicon, Ternus has increasingly become the face of Apple's hardware announcements and strategic initiatives.
Apple Removes Major LGBTQ Dating Apps Blued and Finka from Chinese App Store Following Government Orders
Nov 12, 2025 05:48 pm CST
Apple has removed popular gay dating apps Blued and Finka from China's App Store following direct orders from the Cyberspace Administration of China, highlighting escalating restrictions on LGBTQ digital platforms despite homosexuality being decriminalized in the country since 1997. This continues a pattern of digital censorship that previously saw Grindr removed in 2022, reflecting Apple's consistent compliance with Chinese regulatory demands to maintain access to this crucial market.
Apple Partners with Google to Power Siri with 1.2 Trillion-Parameter Gemini AI Model
Nov 06, 2025 11:57 am CST
Apple is finalizing a $1 billion annual deal with Google to use its advanced Gemini AI model to enhance Siri's capabilities. This temporary solution will help Apple compete with more sophisticated voice assistants from Amazon and Google while developing its own AI systems. The 1.2 trillion-parameter model represents a significant upgrade for Siri, which has historically struggled with complex requests and third-party app integration.
Nvidia Makes History as First Company to Reach $5 Trillion Valuation, Surpassing India and Japan's GDPs
Oct 30, 2025 04:48 pm CST
Nvidia has made history by becoming the first company to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, surpassing the GDPs of major economies like India and Japan. Originally known for gaming graphics, the company has transformed into a leading AI infrastructure provider, securing $500 billion in bookings for next-generation AI chips and partnering with the US Department of Energy. This milestone places Nvidia in an exclusive club with Apple and Microsoft as tech giants whose valuations exceed the GDPs of advanced economies worldwide.