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Apple considered buying Bing: This may be the reason why the deal didn't happen

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Startup News FYI · 1y ago

Apple considered buying Bing: This may be the reason why the deal didn't happen

Apple considered buying Bing as an alternative to Google for its search engine, according to testimony from Apple's head of machine learning, John Giannandrea. The discussions took place in 2018, and Apple CEO Tim Cook reportedly informed Microsoft that the deal was not going forward. Microsoft had expressed willingness to be flexible in sharing revenue from ads as part of the partnership. However, Giannandrea expressed skepticism about the potential of Bing, comparing it to Google's search engine and finding Google to be significantly better at mobile queries.

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Microsoft negotiated with Apple to sell Bing search in 2020: Report

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Livemint · 1y ago

Microsoft negotiated with Apple to sell Bing search in 2020: Report

Microsoft reportedly explored a deal to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2020. The deal would have replaced Google with Bing as the default search engine on all Apple devices. However, the talks between the two tech giants never advanced. Apple's doubts about Bing's ability to compete with Google and the revenue generated by the existing Google deal may have contributed to Apple's decision. Google has been the default search engine on Apple devices since 2002, with Apple earning billions from the agreement.

EU says several Apple, Microsoft platforms don't qualify as gatekeepers

Reuters · 1y ago

EU says several Apple, Microsoft platforms don't qualify as gatekeepers

The EU Commission has determined that certain service platforms offered by Apple and Microsoft, including iMessage, Bing, Edge, and Microsoft Advertising, should not be considered "gatekeepers," exempting them from strict EU regulations. However, this decision does not affect the gatekeeper designation for other key platform services provided by Apple and Microsoft.

Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 5m ago

Apple barred from Google antitrust trial, putting $20 billion search deal on the line

Apple has been excluded from Google's antitrust trial, endangering their $20 billion search deal. The DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Apple was too slow in participating. Apple is aligned with Google due to yearly payments for being the default search on Safari. A court decision against this deal could leave Apple searching for a new partner. Google's dominance in search limits alternatives, with Bing being the most viable option.

Elon Musk reacts to viral Tim Cook video on why Apple produces iPhones in China

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Livemint · 11m ago

Elon Musk reacts to viral Tim Cook video on why Apple produces iPhones in China

Apple CEO Tim Cook's viral video explaining why companies manufacture in China is making the rounds on social media. Cook disputes the popular belief that low labor costs are the sole reason behind choosing China, saying that China's deep skill set, particularly in the area of tooling engineering, is more significant. This comes as Apple diversifies its manufacturing base, with reports suggesting the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro series may be manufactured in India, potentially resulting in lower prices for consumers. The Indian government has also reduced customs duties on mobile phones to further incentivize price cuts.

Epic Games' Fortnite not available on iPhones in EU and the US

Economic Times

Economic Times · 3m ago

Epic Games' Fortnite not available on iPhones in EU and the US

Epic Games' Fortnite is unavailable on Apple's iPhone devices in the EU and the U.S. until Apple unblocks it. While Epic didn't specify the reason, Apple claims it asked Epic to resubmit the app update without the U.S. storefront. This marks a continuation of Epic's legal battle against Apple's in-app payment commissions. Epic recently asked a U.S. judge to hold Apple in contempt for blocking Fortnite, alleging Apple's retaliation for antitrust challenges.

Tim Cook tells Dua Lipa he wants the next CEO of Apple to be an internal hire

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Tim Cook tells Dua Lipa he wants the next CEO of Apple to be an internal hire

Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed in an interview with Dua Lipa that he hopes the next CEO of Apple will come from within the company. While he didn't disclose any specific names, Cook stated that he is grooming "several people" for the company's board to eventually choose from. Cook emphasized the importance of succession plans and noted that unexpected events can happen at any time.

Microsoft CEO Nadella to testify in US antitrust trial against Google today

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Livemint · 1y ago

Microsoft CEO Nadella to testify in US antitrust trial against Google today

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is set to testify in the US Justice Department's antitrust trial against Google. The government claims that Google illegally paid billions of dollars to smartphone makers and carriers to be the default search engine on their devices. The government hopes to use Nadella's testimony and that of other Microsoft executives to demonstrate Google's dominant position in the search market and the challenges faced by competitors like Microsoft's Bing. Microsoft previously failed to secure a deal with Apple to feature Bing on its products.

OpenAI reportedly has Google in its sights with a new online search product

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

OpenAI reportedly has Google in its sights with a new online search product

OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, is reportedly developing its own web search product to challenge Google's dominance. The new product may be powered by Microsoft's search engine Bing. It is unclear if this search product would be separate from OpenAI's AI chatbot, ChatGPT. OpenAI's move puts them in direct competition with Google Search and comes after Microsoft integrated OpenAI's technology into Bing. The early versions of Microsoft's AI Bing chat faced issues with "unhinged" conversations, prompting limitations on chat length.

AI enhancements coming to Apple Vision Pro, rollout expected next year: Gurman

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Livemint · 1y ago

AI enhancements coming to Apple Vision Pro, rollout expected next year: Gurman

Apple is said to be integrating its new set of artificial intelligence (AI) features, announced at WWDC 2024, into the Apple Vision Pro mixed reality headset. These features include advanced Writing Tools, improved Siri, and Genmoji. While the exact release timing is unclear, it is unlikely to happen this year, with expectations for early next year or with the release of visionOS 3 in late 2025. The Vision Pro's hardware, including 16GB RAM and the M2 chipset, should easily support these AI capabilities. The delay may be due to Apple expanding its cloud infrastructure to support these features.

Could a 'Leave the World Behind' style cyberattack cause chaos in real life?

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Could a 'Leave the World Behind' style cyberattack cause chaos in real life?

In the film "Leave the World Behind," an unknown entity orchestrates a cyberattack that shuts down communication and transportation across the US to destabilize the country. However, cybersecurity experts argue that such a sophisticated and large-scale attack is highly unlikely to happen in real life due to the difficulty of coordination and execution. While localized disruptions in cellphone networks or navigation systems may be possible, a nationwide attack of this magnitude is considered improbable. Additionally, the cost-effectiveness of such an operation is debatable, as finding vulnerabilities across multiple sectors would require extensive reconnaissance and resources.

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