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Apple, Twitter and Other US Big Tech Firms Under Pressure to Act on Escalating Russia-Ukraine Crisis
U.S. tech giants like Apple and Twitter are facing pressure to respond to the Russia-Ukraine war, specifically regarding censorship and the spread of disinformation. “The Hash” discusses the increasingly prevalent role of big tech in geopolitics.
Apple Stock Outpaces Bitcoin
A chart by Bloomberg’s Joe Weisenthal shows Apple stock outperformed bitcoin in year-over-year returns. In this Chart of the Day report, Galen Moore reflects on whether both investments rest on the strength of a single offering — bitcoin as digital gold, and its iPhone sales in the case of Apple.
Apple to Allow Collection of iPhone User Data for Targeted Ads
According to the Financial Times, Apple has reportedly allowed app developers to harvest data from its 1 billion iPhone users for targeted advertising, letting companies follow a looser interpretation of its privacy policy. ”The Hash” team discusses the latest in the world of privacy, potentially illuminating the need for blockchain tech.
Apple Files Lawsuit Agains Israeli Spyware Maker for Surveilling Apple Users
Apple has filed a lawsuit against Israeli tech company NSO Group for allegations of surveillance and targeting of Apple users. NSO Group is best known for creating and selling sophisticated, state-sponsored spyware “Pegasus.” “The Hash” squad discusses Apple’s latest efforts to strengthen privacy protections and what it suggests about the need for blockchain tech.
Apple CEO Tim Cook Reveals He Owns Crypto But Has No Plans to Buy It for the Company
Apple CEO Tim Cook has disclosed he owns cryptocurrency but said the investment was from a “personal point of view” and not indicative of Apple having crypto ambitions. "The Hash" squad reacts, discussing what it could indicate about the future of Apple and mainstream crypto adoption.
Twitter to Add Bitcoin Lightning Tips, NFT Authentication
“The Hash” team discusses CEO Jack Dorsey’s continued infatuation with crypto as part of a larger push to monetize content creators and bring blockchain awareness to the mainstream. Twitter users on Apple’s iOS can now connect third-party tipping services to their profile, including the ability to link both Bitcoin and Lightning Network addresses.
Apple to Digitize Driver's Licenses Amid Privacy Concerns
"The Hash" panel discusses the details, reactions, and privacy implications of Apple's plans to support digitizing driver's licenses and state IDs, which is reportedly expected to roll out in its iOS 15 update launching later this year. How is Apple building this technology, and what could it be getting out of it?
Apple to Let App Developers Alert Users to Alternate Payment Methods
Apple Inc. has changed its App Store regulations that will now allow software developers to tell customers how to pay for services outside of the Apple ecosystem, as part of a proposed settlement of a class-action lawsuit. "The Hash" squad unpacks the announcement and the implications for the App Stores' potential cryptocurrency options in the near future. Could this increase crypto offerings from app purchases?
