Skip to main content

Featured Post

High Drama and Big Impact: Trump’s Bold Tariff Plans and What to Expect

Expect significant new tariffs on Chinese imports and moderate levies on goods from other nations , as President-elect Donald Trump rolls out his protectionist agenda. However, with his preference for chaotic policymaking and sudden shifts , there’s uncertainty on how soon these import taxes will actually hit. Dubbed “ Tariff Man ,” Trump aims to use tariffs both strategically and tactically . He’s mentioned taxing all Chinese goods up to 60% and potentially setting 10%-20% tariffs on imports globally , but details on these plans remain vague . Key players within Trump’s team are divided: Robert Lighthizer , a staunch tariff advocate, sees permanent duties as crucial to balance US trade , while others, like billionaires John Paulson and Scott Bessent , view tariffs as temporary leverage. Trump’s previous administration had mixed feelings, especially on national security-related trade limits , which he sometimes dismissed, favoring an “open for business” approach. High-profile busin

Apple to Update Browser Options and App Deletion Features in Response to EU Regulations

Apple announced that it will introduce several changes to comply with the European Union's (EU) Digital Markets Act (DMA), including updates to how users select browser options and the ability to delete more pre-installed apps. These changes come as the iPhone maker responds to pressure from EU regulators to enhance user choice and competition on its platform.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Browser Selection Updates: In response to the DMA, Apple will update its "choice screen" later this year, allowing EU users to select their default browser directly from a randomly ordered list of 12 browsers per country when they first open Safari. This list will include short descriptions of each browser, and the selected browser will be automatically downloaded. The choice screen will also be available on iPads through an update.

  2. Enhanced Default App Management: Apple will introduce a dedicated section within its devices for users to set default apps for various functions, including messaging, phone calls, spam filters, password managers, and keyboards. This move is aimed at providing more flexibility and user control over the apps they prefer to use for essential functions.

  3. Increased App Deletion Options: Apple plans to make more of its pre-installed apps deletable, including major apps like the App Store, Messages, Camera, Photos, and Safari. Only the Settings and Phone apps will remain undeletable. This change gives users greater control over the software on their devices, aligning with the DMA's goals of fostering competition and user freedom.

  4. Regulatory Dialogue and Compliance: Apple has been in ongoing discussions with the European Commission to ensure that its updates align with the DMA's requirements. The Commission will monitor the effectiveness of these changes and decide on any further actions needed to ensure compliance.

These updates reflect Apple's efforts to meet the EU's regulatory demands while continuing to enhance the user experience. By providing greater choice and flexibility in app management, Apple aims to address concerns about its compliance with the DMA and the broader goals of fostering competition and user autonomy in the digital marketplace.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

INTC Share Watch and News

Stock Info Market Monitor Company Profile Intel Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells integrated circuits for computing and communications industries worldwide. It offers microprocessor products used in notebooks, netbooks, desktops, servers, workstations, storage products, embedded applications, communications products, consumer electronics devices, and handhelds. The company also offers system on chip products that integrate its core processing functionalities with other system components, such as graphics, audio, and video, onto a single chip. It also provides chipset products that send data between the microprocessor and input, display, and storage devices, such as keyboard, mouse, monitor, hard drive, and CD or DVD drives; motherboards that has connectors for attaching devices to the bus, and products designed for desktop, server, and workstation platforms; and wired and wireless connectivity products, including network adapters and embedded wireless cards used to translat

3M Raises Profit Forecast After Beating Quarterly Estimates on Electronics Demand

3M Co raised the lower end of its full-year adjusted profit forecast after strong demand for electronics and industrial products helped the company surpass quarterly profit expectations. Shares of 3M were up 4.2% at $140.5 in pre-market trading. An increase in demand for electronics used in vehicles and mobile phones boosted profits for the company, which had previously faced challenges as high inflation led consumers to delay major purchases. The industrial sector is also expected to benefit from the recent US Federal Reserve decision to cut borrowing costs in September, encouraging more consumer spending. 3M has implemented cost-cutting measures, including job reductions and spinning off its healthcare business, to counter the impact of a demand slowdown . Key highlights from the report: Sales in the transportation and electronics segment grew 1.8% year-on-year. Sales in the safety and industrial segment , which produces adhesives for industrial use, increased by 0.5% . 3M&

A Trader’s Guide to Navigating Malaysia's Budget 2025

Malaysia’s consumer and construction stocks are poised to benefit from Budget 2025 , as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to introduce measures aimed at lowering the cost of living and unveiling infrastructure projects . As both Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Anwar will likely announce targeted cash transfers , civil servant salary hikes , and potential revisions to the minimum wage to boost disposable incomes, supporting retailers like AEON Co and Padini Holdings . In the construction sector, analysts expect the budget to include new projects such as the Mass Rapid Transit Line 3 and Pan Borneo Highway , with companies like Gamuda , Sunway Construction , and IJM Corp set to benefit. There could also be updates on the Johor-Singapore High-Speed Rail and cross-border economic zones, reigniting interest in the sector. The government’s commitment to growing semiconductor industries may lead to support measures for data center developers like YTL Power Int