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Warren Buffett recently warned that Berkshire Hathaway has “no possibility of eye-popping performance." That hasn’t cooled the ardor of his fans, who could make Berkshire the only non-tech company in the U.S. worth $1 trillion. Shares of the sprawling conglomerate-—which operates businesses from insurer Geico to BNSF Railway and owns big chunks of Apple and American Express—have roared ahead of the broader market this year, even as Buffett, 93 years old, adapts to running Berkshire without the counsel of his longtime friend and partner Charlie Munger, who died in November at 99.

antitrust, Asian competition, the existential question of innovation and growth—there are parallels between then and now. Competition watchdogs in the EU are demanding compliance from March 7th with rules that for the first time breach the “walled garden" which keeps users and developers bound within Apple’s playpen. On March 4th they fined the company €1.8bn ($2bn) for allegedly stifling competition in music streaming.

₹30,000. Also Read | Flipkart Big Saving Days Sale 2024: Deals on Samsung Galaxy S24, Nothing Phone (2a), Poco M6 and more Notably, the 64GB version of the 10th generation iPad is currently listed at ₹39,900 on Apple's official website, while the 256GB variant is listed at ₹54,900.

Apple Watch Ultra 3 will have "almost no" hardware upgrades compared to its predecessor, the Apple Watch Ultra 2. While no specific details about the forthcoming model were provided, it is expected to be launched in September. Additionally, MacRumors highlighted the possibility of a third-generation Apple Watch SE launching this year if Apple continues its two-year upgrade pattern.

Microsoft in 1998, federal regulators suggest that reining in the tech giant a quarter-century ago may have paved the way for the rise of Google and Apple to their current levels of prominence. In a trial that commenced in Washington, D.C., last September and is now reaching its conclusion, the Justice Department argues that Google has wielded its search engine as an illegal monopoly, stifling competition and innovation.

Akha Teej) falls on May 10. According to tradition, any auspicious activity undertaken on this day is believed to bring lasting prosperity. It is a common time for starting new ventures, entering new homes, beginning new jobs, and engaging in religious practices.

Activation Lock. This security feature prevents unauthorized use of the device if it is lost or stolen. Apple typically requires Find My to be deactivated to ensure the device is not stolen before it undergoes repairs.

The U.S. Justice Department has launched a double-barreled antitrust attack on Google’s dominant search and Apple’s trendsetting iPhone

Authorities say lottery bids for highly educated worker visas plunged nearly 40% this year

Apple has hired 36 specialists from Google, following the recruitment of John Giannandrea, Google's former head of AI, as Apple's top AI executive. Additionally, the Zurich lab has attracted notable AI experts, including ex-Google employees like Bengio and Ruoming Pang, adds the report. Apple's primary AI development centers are located in California and Seattle, but the Zurich lab reportedly represents the company's increased commitment to AI.

Stocks edged higher as Wall Street readies for a week packed with potentially market-moving news

Karen Gillan and Zoë Chao are set to star in the upcoming comedy film 'Let’s Have Kids!', which is being produced by MRC. The movie, directed by Adam Sztykiel, marks his directorial debut. He is known for his work on DC's 'Black Adam.' Plot

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, which are anticipated to increase from 6.1 to 6.3 inches and 6.7 to 6.9 inches, respectively, compared to their predecessors. Additionally, the images depict how these sizes stack up against the other models within the lineup.

Apple is reportedly in talks with OpenAI to incorporate generative AI technology into its next iPhone models, according to recent reports. These discussions signify a renewed effort by Cupertino based tech giant to enhance its devices with advanced AI capabilities. This update, as outlined in a Bloomberg report, highlights Apple's interest in using OpenAI's technology to introduce innovative features in iOS 18, the upcoming operating system for iPhones.

Apple fans are eagerly awaiting the tech giant's 'Let Loose' event scheduled for May 7, which promises to unveil exciting developments in the iPad lineup. This event, distinct from the upcoming WWDC in June focusing on software updates, is expected to spotlight hardware innovations, particularly in the realm of iPads.

iPad Air lineup was last updated in 2022 with the company's M1 chipset, but the lineup could see some major changes this year, including the addition of a 12.9-inch screen and a new processor. However, it's not yet clear whether Apple will update the iPad Air range with the older-generation M2 chipset or the latest M3 processor. Notably, this will be the first time Apple will offer a 12.9-inch version of an iPad Air, allowing users to enjoy content on a larger screen without breaking the bank.

Peter Jackson's sprawling and vibrant Beatles docuseries, «The Beatles: Get Back,» streamed on Disney+ to nearly universal acclaim. The three-part epic, which ran nearly eight hours, captured the drama and frenzy as John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr recorded, over the pressure-filled month of January 1969, what would become the last album that the Beatles released, "Let It Be." As fans were well aware, Jackson's series was culled from nearly 60 hours of behind-the-scenes footage originally shot by the director Michael Lindsay-Hogg for «Let It Be,» his little-seen, though often dismissed, 1970 documentary about those recording sessions. After its initial theatrical run, Lindsay-Hogg's film largely disappeared for more than a half-century with the exception of low-quality VHS versions and bootlegs. Fans tend to remember it as an intriguing historical document capturing the late-stage creative flights of a seismic musical force, but also as a divorce proceeding of sorts, with stark moments of internal discord as the band hurtled toward a nasty split.

Weekly Tech Recap: In a world of ever evolving technology, keeping up with all the latest trends and updates can feel like an uphill battle. But fear not! Our Weekly Tech Recap will help you get a grip on the latest trends, breakthroughs and controversies in the tech world. This week we had a lot of major updates including WhatsApp threatening to quit India if it was forced to break its end to end encrtyption, Apple resuming gen AI related talks with OpenAI and JioCinema releasing a new premium subscription starting at just RS 29/month.

Apple's iPhone is facing pressure from resurgent and aggressive local brands in China. The biggest threat it faces is from Huawei Technologies Co which has been in a geopolitical chokehold of the US which had sanctioned it to throttle its sources of cutting-edge technology. But now it seems Huawei has managed to achieve on its own what the US had been preventing it to. A smartphone it released last year had surprised the US, indicating that Huawei was able to spring back from the crippling impact of sanctions. In the backdrop of these technological and geopolitical tussles, Apple is suddenly losing its base in China. As Huawei, which produces high-end phones that compete with Apple's, manages to continue rapid innovation, Apple's iPhone faces an almost existential threat in China. Some might see its India entry as a counter to the looming threat.

earnings growth is looking stronger at nearly the halfway mark of the reporting period, with corporate results giving a boost to stocks this week after recent weakness. S&P 500 year-over-year earnings growth for the first quarter of 2024 is now seen at 5.6%, according to LSEG data on Friday. That is up from 4.3% the day before.

Amazon reporting results will keep investors' focus in the days ahead on the global rates outlook and on tech earnings, while growth and inflation data from Europe and China are also coming out.