Friday, March 13, 2026

Apple Cuts App Store Fees in China

Apple has announced a reduction in its App Store commission rates in China from 30% to 25%, effective March 15, 2026. This decision follows discussions with Chinese regulators, who had been considering a formal investigation into Apple's Ap...

• Apple reported a 16% year-over-year revenue increase in China during its last quarter.
• Approximately 17% of Apple's revenue comes from the Chinese market.

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Uber and Motional Relaunch Robotaxi Service

Uber has relaunched its robotaxi service in Las Vegas in partnership with Motional, allowing riders to request a Motional Ioniq 5 at no additional cost. The service will initially include a safety monitor in the vehicle and operate in five...

• Motional's Ioniq 5 robotaxis are now available on the Uber app in Las Vegas.

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Apple Unveils Foldable iPhone with iPad-Like Interface

Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is set to feature an iPad-like interface when opened, marking a significant innovation in smartphone design. The company is also focusing on reducing the crease and enhancing the device's durability to impro...

• Apple aims to shift 50% of its iPhone production to India within a year.
• India's electronics manufacturing is projected to reach $500 billion by fiscal year 2030.

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Stryker Corp. Faces Disruption from Iranian Cyberattack

Stryker Corp. has been severely impacted by a cyberattack attributed to the Iranian-aligned group Handala Hack, which has left its ordering and shipping systems offline. The attack, which coincided with heightened geopolitical tensions foll...

• Stryker's Microsoft environment is currently down with no estimated timeline for recovery.
• The attack reportedly involved data wiping using Microsoft's InTune tool, rather than traditional malware.

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Shantanu Narayen to Step Down as Adobe CEO

Shantanu Narayen has announced his resignation as CEO of Adobe, a position he has held since 2007, amid growing concerns about the company's future in the AI sector. While Adobe's sales forecast for the current quarter exceeded estimates, i...

• Adobe reported a net income of $1.89 billion for the fiscal first quarter, reflecting a 12% year-over-year revenue growt...
• Narayen's leadership saw Adobe's stock increase more than sixfold since he took over in 2007.

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Chrome for ARM64 Linux Launching Q2 2026

Google is set to launch Chrome for ARM64 Linux devices in Q2 2026, marking a significant expansion of its browser's compatibility. This release follows previous adaptations for Apple Silicon and ARM-powered Windows, and aims to provide a se...

• Nvidia's DGX Spark will be among the first to support Chrome on ARM64 Linux.
• Users can install the ARM64 version of Chrome from chrome.com/download or via Nvidia's software package management servi...

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Facebook Marketplace Integrates Meta AI for Sellers

Facebook Marketplace has introduced new features powered by Meta AI that allow sellers to automate responses to buyer inquiries, particularly for common questions like item availability. This enhancement not only streamlines communication b...

• Meta AI can now automatically respond to inquiries with messages such as, 'Yes, it’s still available. Do you have any qu...
• Sellers can use uploaded photos to auto-fill item details and receive pricing suggestions based on local comparisons.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Battery Details Emerge

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is set to retain its predecessor's battery capacity of 4,174mAh, disappointing those hoping for an upgrade. Despite this, the new model may feature a 10% reduction in size and weight, enhancing its porta...

• The Galaxy Z Flip 8 will maintain a battery capacity of 4,174mAh.

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Amazon Will Use Cerebras’ Giant Chips to Help Run AI Models

Amazon.com Inc. has announced plans to incorporate chips from Cerebras Systems Inc. into its AI operations, complementing its existing Trainium processors. This collaboration aims to enhance the performance of AI software, with a new servic...

• Amazon Web Services will launch a new service utilizing Cerebras chips in late 2026.
• Cerebras' technology features a Wafer-Scale Engine designed for efficient AI processing.

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PSA: Don’t buy a $4,400 gray market Samsung TriFold on eBay

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, priced at $2,899, has been nearly impossible to purchase through official channels, leading one buyer to pay $4,399 on eBay. Upon receiving the phone, the buyer discovered it was pre-setup and required a SIM ca...

• Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold retails for $2,899 but is often sold for $4,399 on eBay.
• The phone is currently listed as out of stock on Samsung's official websites in multiple countries.

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Google Updates Pixel Camera and Nest Wifi Pro

Google has begun rolling out updates for its Pixel Camera and Nest Wifi Pro devices. The Pixel Camera 10.3 update introduces a renamed zoom feature, now called Pro Zoom, while also enhancing stability for the Pixel 9+. Meanwhile, the Nest W...

• The Pro Zoom feature replaces the previously named Pro Res Zoom on the Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL.
• The Pixel Camera 10.3 update also fixes a crash issue affecting the Pixel 9+.

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Alibaba Debuts OpenClaw App to Feed China’s Agentic AI Addiction

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has launched the OpenClaw app, designed to allow users to quickly install and deploy AI agents for various tasks without needing coding skills. This move intensifies the competition among China's leading tech comp...

• The OpenClaw app is free for the first 14 days.
• Baidu released its own OpenClaw app just days prior.

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Sam Altman faced 'serious questions' in meeting with lawmakers about OpenAI's defense work

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with lawmakers in Washington, D.C., where he faced serious questions from Sen. Mark Kelly regarding the company's recent defense contract with the Department of Defense. The discussions focused on the implications...

• OpenAI's recent deal with the Department of Defense followed Anthropic's blacklisting.
• Sen. Mark Kelly emphasized the need for legislative guardrails on AI in warfare.

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Netflix to Pay Up to $600 Million for Ben Affleck’s AI Firm

Netflix is set to acquire InterPositive, an AI moviemaking company founded by Ben Affleck, for up to $600 million. This strategic move aims to bolster Netflix's production capabilities by leveraging advanced AI technology in filmmaking, ref...

• Netflix's acquisition of InterPositive could reach $600 million.
• InterPositive, founded by Ben Affleck, specializes in AI-driven filmmaking technology.

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