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Amazon CEO Warns Tariff Increases Will Lead to Higher Consumer Prices
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy signals that rising tariffs may result in price increases for consumers as third-party sellers adjust to new trade policies. The company is implementing various strategies to manage costs while maintaining growth plans, including a $100 billion investment in AI technologies.
Apple Faces Legal Battle Over Delayed iPhone 16 Siri Upgrades
Multiple class action lawsuits in the US and Canada target Apple over unreleased Siri features promised for iPhone 16. Plaintiffs claim false advertising as enhanced AI capabilities face delays until potentially 2026, seeking damages for affected customers.
AI-Powered Spam Campaign Exploits OpenAI to Target 80,000 Websites
A sophisticated spam operation leveraged OpenAI's language model to generate personalized marketing messages that evaded detection for four months. The AkiraBot system used AI to craft unique spam content targeting over 80,000 websites, highlighting new challenges in cybersecurity.
Corsair Launches Browser-Based Firmware Updates to Replace Heavy iCUE Software
Corsair unveils a web-based firmware update utility that eliminates the need for their resource-intensive iCUE software suite. The new browser-based tool offers streamlined peripheral updates through Chromium browsers, though advanced features still require iCUE installation.
Apple Plans Massive 18.8-Inch Foldable Device for Late 2026 Production
Apple is preparing to enter the foldable device market with an ambitious 18.8-inch device slated for production in late 2026. The tech giant plans to simultaneously launch this larger device alongside a 7.8-inch foldable iPhone, marking an unprecedented dual release in the foldable market.
US-Made iPhones Could Cost 90% More, Bank of America Warns
Bank of America analysts reveal that relocating iPhone production from China to the US could increase manufacturing costs by 90%, driven by higher labor costs and complex logistics. The analysis comes amid growing trade tensions and political pressure for domestic manufacturing.
TSMC Faces Billion-Dollar Fine Over Huawei Chip Supply Investigation
TSMC could face a record $1 billion fine from U.S. regulators for unknowingly supplying chips that ended up in Huawei's AI processors through third-party intermediaries. The case exposes challenges in semiconductor supply chain control and trade restriction enforcement.
Nvidia's Mexican Manufacturing Hub Could Dodge AI Server Tariffs
Nvidia's strategic decision to establish substantial server manufacturing operations in Mexico may help the AI chip giant avoid Trump-era tariffs. With 60% of server assembly happening in Mexican facilities, the company could benefit from USMCA trade agreement exemptions.
T-Mobile Announces Fee Increase: Monthly Bills Set to Rise in 2025
T-Mobile customers will face higher costs as the carrier plans to raise its Regulatory Programs & Telco Recovery Fee starting April 2025. The increase will bring voice line fees to $3.99 and data-only fees to $0.70, surpassing competitors' current rates.