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Apple Revises its App Fee Structure for the European Union

Following discussions with the European Commission, Apple has announced an overhaul of its commercial terms regarding app development and distribution in the EU. These changes aim to simplify its model and comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) requirements. They are primarily scheduled to take effect on October 1.

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Apple Reaffirms Commission Proposal for Purchases Outside of the App Store

As part of its ongoing dispute with Epic Games, Apple has submitted a new fee structure detailing the commissions it wishes to apply to purchases made by users via links external to its iOS payment system. This proposal comes while legal proceedings regarding these fees continue in American courts.

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Tensor G6: Google focuses on local AI and security with Pixel 11

With the Pixel 11, Google introduces the Tensor G6, a new generation of its chipset designed around several core functions unique to its smartphones. Local artificial intelligence, computational photography, and hardware security take center stage, going far beyond merely general performance improvements.

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SpaceX Finalizes Acquisition of Cursor for $60 Billion

SpaceX has finalized the acquisition of Anysphere, the company behind the programming agent Cursor, in an all-stock deal that values the company at $60 billion. The purchase enhances SpaceX's artificial intelligence activities, following its earlier integration of xAI this year.

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Amazon is Developing a Vast Natural Gas-Powered Data Center Campus in Texas

Amazon is preparing a new data center campus in Pecos County, Texas, which will be powered by significant on-site natural gas electricity generation. The GW Ranch project could reach 7.65 GW of capacity and has a permit allowing up to 33 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually.

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Meta Launches Muse Code, an AI Agent Designed for Working with Vast Code Repositories

Meta is more directly entering the field of programming agents with Muse Code, a new terminal-integrated tool available in beta on macOS and Linux. Powered by Muse Spark 1.2, it is designed to handle complex software engineering tasks across large code repositories.

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Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Google Fortifies Foldable Smartphone with Gemini and Tensor G6

Google is evolving its foldable smartphone with the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, a thinner and lighter model that emphasizes enhanced durability, new cameras, and deeper Gemini integration. This generation also debuts HiLight, a light notification system integrated into the camera bar.

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Google Pixel 11: Artificial Intelligence at the Core of a New Generation

Google is revamping its smartphone lineup with the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL, complemented by the Pixel 11 Pro Fold. This generation combines new camera sensors, the Tensor G6 chip, and more proactive integration of Gemini Intelligence, aiming to incorporate AI into a greater number of daily tasks.

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Gemini App Exceeds Billion Monthly Users

The Gemini app has reached the milestone of a billion monthly users. Google presents its AI assistant as the product with the fastest growth in its history and reveals several figures detailing how it is now used daily.

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Global AI Memory Shortage Now Affects MacBook Air

The global scarcity of memory chips is beginning to impact the availability of the MacBook Air. In the United States, certain configurations show wait times stretching for several weeks, as the rapid expansion of infrastructure dedicated to artificial intelligence puts increasing pressure on memory production capabilities.

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Galaxy Z Fold8: Samsung adopts “passport” form factor designed for multimedia

Samsung is evolving the proportions of its foldable smartphone with the Galaxy Z Fold8. Still based on a book-style design, this new model adopts a shorter, wider format, inspired by a passport, to better suit video consumption, reading, and navigation.

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Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Samsung Takes its Foldable Smartphone Further

Samsung is evolving its foldable format with the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, a model that combines a thinner chassis, a larger capacity battery, and an enhanced camera system. The brand also focuses on its large 8-inch display to develop multi-tasking use cases and new Galaxy AI functionalities.

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U.S.: FCC Blocks Authorization for New Advanced Robots Manufactured Abroad

The Federal Communications Commission is tightening market access requirements for certain foreign-produced technologies. The FCC has added two new equipment categories to its Covered List: advanced robotic devices and connected inverters, citing national security risks and threats to critical infrastructure.

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Apple Launches Apple Upgrade Leasing Program with Klarna in the United States

Apple has launched Apple Upgrade in the United States, a new leasing program offered in partnership with Klarna. It allows customers to rent an eligible iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, or iPad through monthly installments and provides several options at the end of the contract.

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