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What happened when 4 teens swapped their smartphones for flip phones
Half of American teenagers get 4 hours or more of daily screen time and are more likely to experience anxiety and depression, a report found.CBS News - 9h -
Apple's Smartphone Sales Slump in China as Huawei Gains Market Share
The U.S. tech giant’s fourth-quarter iPhone sales fell 18% in the world’s largest smartphone market.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Crenshaw pushes Apple to use 'Gulf of America' on maps
Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) urged Apple to officially change the name of the Gulf of Mexico on its mapping platform following President Trump’s Monday executive order declaring the land mass the ...The Hill - 12h -
Trump says Denmark will 'come along' on Greenland sale
President Trump said Denmark will “come along” on the potential sale of Greenland and emphasized the U.S. and others need the Arctic island to fortify international security in the region. ...The Hill - 18h -
Apple is accused of profiting from 'blood minerals'
The Democratic Republic of Congo says Apple is sourcing minerals from armed groups committing atrocities.Financial Times - 1d -
Cruz expects to see TikTok sale under Trump
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) said Monday that he expects to see TikTok sold under President-elect Trump, as the incoming president has vowed to protect the app. “Well, the statute allowed for a 90-day ...The Hill - 1d -
Wine sales drying up as Americans turn elsewhere
U.S. wine sales continued a multiyear decline in 2024, which experts attribute to shifting demographics, health concerns, new competition and economic forces.NBC News - 2d -
‘Young women can fall pregnant very easily’: inside the wild west of smartphone fertility apps
Observer analysis finds unregulated products being promoted as contraception despite concerns about their accuracy . Apps promising to help women “take control” of their sex lives by predicting the ...The Guardian - 2d -
Apple Plans to Disable A.I. Summaries of News Notifications
The company’s Apple Intelligence system has erroneously characterized news stories, provoking a backlash from media companies.The New York Times - 4d -
Saab Expects Sales Growth to Top Guidance
The company said it experienced a stronger-than-expected final quarter of the year, with global defence spending surging as nations support Ukraine while restocking their own arsenals.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
CEO of Chinese smartphone brand Honor resigns due to personal reasons
Honor's focus on high-end devices and technology is expected to continue under Jian Li, who will succeed Zhao as CEO.CNBC - 4d -
British retail sales unexpectedly drop in December
Pound falls and gilts rally as investors bet on more interest rate cutsFinancial Times - 5d -
Abercrombie sale: Everything worth buying now
At Abercrombie, you can save up to 50% off sitewide — including clearance items. We rounded up our editors’ favorite mens and womens pieces from the sale.NBC News - 5d -
EV, hybrid sales reached a record 20% of U.S. vehicle sales in 2024
DETROIT — Sales of all-electric vehicles and hybrid models reached 20% of new car and truck sales in the U.S. for the first time last year — marking a landmark year for “green” vehicles but coming ...NBC News - 5d -
Apple loses smartphone crown in China as Vivo and Huawei outsell iPhone
US tech giant faces competition on mainland as it struggles to introduce AI features on its flagship productFinancial Times - 6d -
New Brazil law restricts use of smartphones in elementary and high schools
Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a bill restricting the use of smartphones at school, following a global trend for such limitationsABC News - Jan. 13 -
Apple’s Board of Directors Encourages DEI Program Retention
As companies slash DEI policies, Apple’s board wants investors to weigh an alternative.Inc. - Jan. 12 -
Apple pushes back on call to end diversity programme
The tech giant has asked investors to reject a proposal from a conservative group to end its DEI policies.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
Stormers dent Sale's chances of qualification
Stormers cruise past Sale Sharks to claim a bonus-point victory and kickstart their Investec Champions Cup campaign in round three.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
As Art Sales Fall, Christie’s and Sotheby’s Pivot to Luxury
With both supply and demand for big-ticket art in a slump, Sotheby’s and Christie’s are making major bets on selling handbags, classic cars and niche experiences.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
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Greggs shares drop on sales slowdown
UK bakery chain blames ‘subdued high street footfall’ for weaker earningsFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
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December sales provide little cheer for retailers
Black Friday boosted monthly sales, but overall 2024 was a lacklustre year for retail, figures show.BBC News - Jan. 7 -
Samsung Electronics banking on AI to outpace global growth in smartphones, home appliances
Samsung Electronics plans to ramp up on-device AI, as it bets on the consumer electronics unit to exceed overall global market growth this year.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
While Apple negotiates Indonesia sales ban, another Chinese smartphone maker is entering the country
Huawei spinoff Honor announced Tuesday it is entering Indonesia and plans to launch its smartphones there by the end of March.CNBC - Jan. 7 -
Eli Health introduces Hormometer to test your hormones on a smartphone
This is how smart your smartphone is getting. Now it will be able to analyze your saliva and do a real-time hormone test.VentureBeat - Jan. 6 -
Biden plans $8bn arms sale to Israel
Last-minute show of support for US president’s close ally as he nears his final days in officeFinancial Times - Jan. 4 -
Biden Blocks Sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel
The yearlong campaign by the Japanese steelmaker for a $14.1 billion deal crashed against opposition to foreign ownership from political leaders and the United Steelworkers union.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3 -
Biden blocks US Steel sale
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Biden blocks US Steel sale President Biden has announced he will block the sale ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Apple Settles Siri Eavesdropping Suit for $95 Million
Despite a reputation for prioritizing customer privacy, plaintiffs claimed the company activated Siri to collect data even when users didn’t summon the virtual assistant.Inc. - Jan. 3 -
Apple offers rare iPhone discounts in China as foreign smartphone sales drop
Apple Inc. has kicked off the new year with iPhone discounts in China, underlining the challenges facing the tech giant in one of the world’s most populous countries.MarketWatch - Jan. 3 -
Apple settles Siri eavesdropping accusations for $95M
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging the tech giant used its voice assistant Siri to obtain and share private conversations without users' permission. The ...The Hill - Jan. 3 -
Foreign phone sales plunge 47% in China, spelling trouble for Apple
Apple is under pressure in China as a result of rising competition from domestic brands, in particular Huawei.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Apple offers holiday discount in China as Huawei competition heats up
Apple is facing heightened competition from a resurgent Huawei and other domestic brands.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Apple to pay $95m to settle Siri 'listening' lawsuit
The tech giant denies wrongdoing after being accused of eavesdropping on customers.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
As a child psychiatrist, I see what smartphones are doing to kids' mental health – and it’s terrifying | Emily Sehmer
The online world is forcing children to grow up before they are ready, and parents need government’s help to combat its harms. Smartphone use among children has reached a critical moment. Many of ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Apple to pay $95 million to settle lawsuit accusing Siri of snoopy eavesdropping
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a lawsuit accusing the privacy-minded company of deploying its virtual assistant Siri to eavesdrop on people using its iPhone and other trendy devicesABC News - Jan. 2 -
Tesla sales declined for first time in a decade
Tesla sales for 2024 declined for the first time in 10 years despite enticing financing offers and low-priced leases. CBS MoneyWarch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the alarming trend. ...CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Tesla's annual sales drop for the first time in a decade
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.CBS News - Jan. 2
