apple Apple Expands Bug Bounty to Macs, Offers Up to $1 Million for Flaws Apple launches a bug bounty program for macOS, Apple TV, and Apple Watch, offering payouts up to $1 million for the most severe vulnerabilities. The move ends years of frustration from security researchers who previously withheld flaws due to the lack of financial incentives.
apple Apple Expands Bug Bounty Program, Offers Up to $1 Million for Flaws Apple is expanding its bug bounty program to cover macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and iCloud, offering rewards up to $1 million. The company also plans to provide researchers with special iPhones to aid in security testing.
tech stocks Tech Stocks Plummet as China Retaliates in Ongoing Trade War U.S. tech stocks lose a combined $162 billion in market value as China halts agricultural imports and weakens the yuan. Investors fear upcoming tariffs will severely impact hardware sales for major tech companies.
apple Apple Halts Siri Audio Grading Program Amid Global Privacy Backlash Apple suspends its Siri audio grading program worldwide after a report highlights contractor access to sensitive user recordings. The company promises a future software update that allows users to opt out of the quality control process.
apple Apple Achieves Record June Quarter Revenue Despite Slight Profit Dip Apple reports $53.8 billion in revenue for the third fiscal quarter of 2019, marking its highest June quarter ever. The company sees strong growth in services and wearables as it prepares for major product launches later this year.
samsung Samsung Unveils Multi-Model Galaxy Note 10 to Rival Upcoming iPhones Samsung prepares to launch multiple versions of the Galaxy Note 10, including a 5G model, as it aims to rebound from the Galaxy Fold setback. The new devices feature upgraded screens and advanced camera systems.
apple Apple and Goldman Sachs Prepare to Launch New Credit Card in August Apple and Goldman Sachs plan to release their highly anticipated co-branded credit card next month. The card integrates directly with the iPhone's Wallet app to offer daily cash back and spending tracking.
apple Apple Acquires Intel Modem Business for $1 Billion Apple purchases Intel's smartphone modem business for $1 billion to eventually build its own iPhone chips. The deal gives the tech giant up to eight years to develop custom 5G modems before its Qualcomm contract expires.
tech stocks Major Tech Giants Defy Regulatory Fears With Strong Revenue Growth Despite ongoing discussions about a tech-lash, top technology companies report impressive revenue growth that far outpaces the overall U.S. economy. Investors continue to reward these strong core businesses with significant stock market gains.
justice department Justice Department Launches Broad Antitrust Review of Major Tech Firms The US Justice Department announces a major antitrust investigation into how large technology companies dominate their markets. This sweeping review examines whether these giant platforms engage in anti-competitive practices that harm consumers.
department of justice Justice Department Launches Broad Antitrust Review of Major Tech Platforms The U.S. Department of Justice initiates a sweeping antitrust investigation into large technology companies, causing immediate drops in tech stock prices. The review focuses on market competition, stifled innovation, and the massive amount of consumer data controlled by these online platforms.
apple Apple Posts Record June Quarter Revenue Driven by Services Growth Apple achieves a new June quarter revenue record of $53.8 billion, fueled by all-time high services revenue and improved iPhone trends. The company also returns over $21 billion to shareholders during the period.
apple Apple Silently Patches Zoom Mac Vulnerability Without User Action Apple automatically pushes a silent update to Macs that removes a hidden Zoom web server capable of activating user cameras without permission.
apple Apple Ends Production of the Polarizing 12-Inch MacBook Apple officially removes the 12-inch MacBook from its lineup, marking the end of a bold but divisive laptop experiment. The device ultimately serves as a lesson in the limits of extreme portability.
antitrust Top Tech Giants Face Antitrust Questions in Upcoming House Hearing Apple, Amazon, Google, and Facebook are sending policy executives to testify before the House Antitrust Subcommittee about their market dominance. The hearing occurs as federal regulators and political candidates increase scrutiny on major technology companies.