Apple’s AI Boss Steps Down After Rough Apple Intelligence Launch
Apple’s head of artificial intelligence, John Giannandrea, is stepping down from his role. The move comes after the company’s Apple Intelligence suite faced poor reviews and delays.
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AWS and Google buddy up on multicloud. Is it real or just for show?
AWS is finally making a move to simplify operations across rival clouds, starting with Google. The timing, amid regulatory pressure, is no coincidence. But will this open approach actually help customers, or just the giants themselves?
How to Actually Measure Curiosity at Work (It’s Not Fluffy)
A Forbes contributor outlines a concrete, two-part method for measuring curiosity in organizations. The approach combines a 24-item survey on current behaviors with a 36-question assessment on lifelong inhibitors. The goal is to directly connect curiosity to productivity metrics like engagement and
Google Drops EU Antitrust Fight Against Microsoft’s Cloud
Google has withdrawn its antitrust complaint against Microsoft’s cloud business that was filed with the European Commission in 2024. The complaint alleged Microsoft used restrictive software licensing to lock customers into Azure. This marks a significant retreat in the ongoing cloud wars between th
Microsoft Bets Big on Peatlands With New Climate Investment
Microsoft is backing Pantheon Regeneration’s first major peatland restoration project covering 14,500 acres in North Carolina. The investment supports the company’s mission to restore degraded pocosin peatlands to create high-quality carbon removal credits. This marks another strategic move in Micro
Apple’s December Surprises: What’s Coming (And What’s Not)
Apple’s December lineup brings back familiar iPad multitasking features while adding new macOS video call enhancements. The company continues its software-focused approach through the holidays while holding new hardware for 2026.
Where’s the Money for the Telegraph Deal Coming From?
The Daily Mail owner’s £500mn Telegraph acquisition faces scrutiny over funding sources. S&P placed the company’s credit ratings on negative watch, citing limited debt capacity in challenging media markets. Recent corporate restructuring adds another layer of mystery to the financing puzzle.
EU targets Apple Maps and Apple Ads in latest DMA probe
Apple has notified EU regulators that both Apple Maps and Apple Ads meet gatekeeper thresholds under the Digital Markets Act. The European Commission now has 45 days to investigate whether these services should face the same restrictions as Apple’s App Store and Safari browser.
CME Outage Halts Trillions in Trading, Shows Market Fragility
The Chicago Mercantile Exchange Group experienced a major outage that halted trading across multiple markets. The disruption affected S&P 500 futures, Treasuries, crude oil, and foreign exchange platforms for hours. This incident highlights the fragility of modern financial infrastructure.
AI won’t steal your job, but it will change everything
A new McKinsey report shows AI will automate over half of work hours, but humans aren’t going anywhere. Physical jobs and uniquely human skills will actually become more valuable as automation takes over routine tasks.