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Zuckerberg's political pivot targets Apple, puts Meta staffers on edge

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's actions to curry favor with the president have rattled employees, but people familiar with his efforts say there's a clear strategy.

CNBC - 6d

Apple’s quiet pivot to India

The iPhone maker wants to diversify its supply chain beyond China. Can the world’s largest democracy deliver?

Financial Times - 2d

5 pivotal questions (and predictions) for key NFC teams

Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon puts the spotlight on five NFC teams facing big questions this offseason.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Vance proves pivotal in pushing through controversial Trump nominees

Vice President Vance has quickly become President Trump's liaison to the Senate, which has paid dividends as the GOP-led body moves to confirm even Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks. The ...

The Hill - Feb. 10

Inside Monday’s AI pivot: Building digital workforces through modular AI

AI adoption is not a one and done, it’s a journey that enterprises and software vendors alike are on, from assistants to agentic AI.

VentureBeat - Feb. 10

For Lisa of Blackpink, 'The White Lotus' Season 3 kicks off a pivotal year

Lalisa Manobal, better known as Lisa from Blackpink, is making her acting debut on Season 3 of HBO's "The White Lotus." Here's what you should know about the multi-hyphenate artist.

Los Angeles Times - 6d

Trump’s Pivot Toward Putin’s Russia Upends Generations of U.S. Policy

As peace talks opened in Saudi Arabia, President Trump made clear that the days of isolating Russia are over and suggested that Ukraine was to blame for being invaded.

The New York Times - 2d

Trump Pivots Toward Putin, and R.F.K. Jr. Says ‘Nothing’ Is Off Limits

Plus, an asteroid alert (for 2032).

The New York Times - 1d

MLB free agent tracker: Cubs pivot to Justin Turner, Alex Bregman finally finds new home with Red Sox

As spring training opens, the free-agent market is just about tapped

CBS Sports - 2d

UK demands access to Apple users' encrypted data

The Home Office served the notice to the tech giant under the Investigatory Powers Act.

BBC News - Feb. 7

Why Are People Wearing Apple Watches on Their Ankles?

In pursuit of tracking fitness goals in a comfortable manner, a growing number of people are relocating their watches (and causing some confusion along the way).

The New York Times - Feb. 8

Apple renames Gulf of Mexico as Gulf of America on maps

Apple Maps has renamed the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America, after the Trump administration updated the U.S. database for geographic names to reflect the president’s order renaming the body of ...

The Hill - Feb. 12

Alibaba says it will be Apple’s AI partner in China

Ecommerce group’s advances in artificial intelligence have boosted its shares more than 40% this year

Financial Times - Feb. 13

TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores

TikTok has returned to the Apple and Google app stores.

CNBC - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US

TikTok is again available on app stores in the US after President Donald Trump delayed a ban on the app.

BBC News - 6d

Apple, Google restore TikTok to their app stores

Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.

CBS News - 6d

Apple and Google Restore TikTok to App Stores in the U.S.

The popular social media app was removed to comply with a new law that banned it in the United States. President Trump has paused enforcement of the ban.

The New York Times - 6d

Google, Apple return TikTok to U.S. app stores

TikTok has been restored to Google and Apple app stores in the United States for the first time Thursday night since January. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.

CBS News - 6d

Apple’s Next iPhone SE Is Around the Corner

Plus: The OnePlus Watch 3 has big battery claims, Ninja’s Swirl can make ice cream and soft-serve, Google sets a date for I/O, and more

Wired - 5d

Apple launches iPhone 16e and ditches home button

Revamped entry-level iPhone is last to exchange touch ID home button for face ID, modern design – and a price hike. Apple has put the final nail in the coffin of the home button after 18 years with ...

The Guardian - 1d

Apple unveils new, lower-cost iPhone 16e

Apple has revealed its new budget-friendly smartphone, the iPhone 16e, starting at $599 and touting new AI features and a stronger battery. Bridget Carey, editor-at-large for CNET, joined CBS News ...

CBS News - 10h

Target Sued for Defrauding Shareholders on DEI

The retailer was hit with lawsuit alleging it misled investors about DEI initiative risks, which led to consumer boycotts and diving stocks.

Inc. - Feb. 8

WATCH: Thieves begin targeting eggs

The bird flu outbreak has sent the price of eggs to record highs, leading to egg thefts in Seattle and Pennsylvania.

ABC News - Feb. 9

'Apple Cider Vinegar' explains how a revered wellness influencer became reviled

Netflix's new limited series tells the story of Australian wellness influencer Belle Gibson, whose story of overcoming brain cancer turned out to be false.

Los Angeles Times - Feb. 6

Kendrick Lamar will appear in Synth Riders Experience on Apple Vision Pro

Kendrick Lamar will appear in the experience Humble in the Synth Riders Experience on the Apple Vision Pro.

VentureBeat - Feb. 6

Apple’s Invites App Requires an iCloud+ Subscription to Host an Event

Plus: Sonos’ next play is a streaming box, Amazon’s souped-up Alexa may land this month, VW’s cheapest ever EV, and Comcast adds Dolby support to its 4K Super Bowl stream.

Wired - Feb. 8

UK Secret Order Demands That Apple Give Access to Users’ Encrypted Data

Plus: Benjamin Netanyahu gives Donald Trump a golden pager, Hewlett Packard Enterprise blames Russian government hackers for a breach, and more.

Wired - Feb. 8

The 33 Best Shows on Apple TV+ Right Now (February 2025)

Severance, Silo, and Slow Horses are among the best shows on Apple TV+ this month.

Wired - Feb. 11

Apple changes Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America based on Trump's order

Apple has changed the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps after an order by President Donald Trump was made official by the U.S. Geographic Names Information System

ABC News - Feb. 11

Alibaba’s stock gets boost from reported Apple Intelligence partnership

Shares of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba rose in premarket trade after reports it’s partnering with Apple to roll out artificial-intelligence features for phones sold in China.

MarketWatch - Feb. 12

Apple brings its TV streaming service to rival Android platform

Apple TV+'s Android release on Wednesday is Apple first major subscription service launch for Google's platform in 10 years.

CNBC - Feb. 12

Apple eyes Indonesia and BYD goes big on self-driving

The inside story on the Asia tech trends that matter, from Nikkei Asia and the Financial Times

Financial Times - Feb. 13

Apple will integrate Alibaba's AI into iPhones in China, Chairman Joe Tsai says

Alibaba Group Chairman Joe Tsai confirmed the company is partnering with Apple to help it roll out AI for iPhones sold in China.

CNBC - Feb. 13

Apple’s Commitment to Privacy Faces Its Biggest Challenge Yet in the U.K.

The U.K. wants Apple to build a backdoor into its most secure encryption. It’s not hard to see why that’s a problem.

Inc. - Feb. 13

9 Best Apple AirPods Cases We've Tried and Tested (2025)

From a can of Spam to a mini suitcase, these are our favorite ways to disguise (and protect) Apple’s wireless earbuds. We have picks for protecting the over-the-ear AirPods Max headphones too.

Wired - Feb. 13

Is Apple Researching Human-Inspired Robot Designs? Here’s Why the Rumor Matters

Where Apple goes, others tend to follow, with various players forging ahead with their own robotics plans.

Inc. - Feb. 13

The 25 Best Movies on Apple TV+ Right Now (February 2025)

Fly Me to the Moon, The Gorge, and Blitz are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Apple TV+ this month.

Wired - Feb. 13

Apple and Google bring TikTok back to their U.S. app stores

Apple and Google have made TikTok available on their U.S. app stores again, they said Thursday evening.

NBC News - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple, Google app stores amid Trump ban delay

TikTok returned to the Apple and Google app stores Thursday evening after President Trump delayed the ban on the video sharing app last month. The Chinese-owned app was removed from the stores ...

The Hill - 6d

TikTok returns to Apple App Store and Google Play in US

Chinese social media platform again available for download in US as Donald Trump continues to mull its future there amid security concerns. TikTok returned to the US app stores of Apple and Google ...

The Guardian - 6d

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