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Founded as Apple Computer Company in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne, Apple Inc. is the world's largest technology provider when it comes to revenue and market capitalisation. What started as a project to build an 8-bit desktop computer has since grown into an extensive, worldwide portfolio of products, ranging from laptops and smartphones to smartwatches and listening devices. It was also the first publicly traded U.S. company to be valued at over USD$1 trillion in August 2018, then $2 trillion in August 2020, and most recently $3 trillion in January 2022.
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AI-focused marketing risks eroding trust, says new research

Wed, 7th May 2025
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New study finds consumers trust companies more when they promote human expertise over AI, especially in personalised services like healthcare and luxury goods.
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Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Nearly half of consumers would trust brands more using passkeys instead of passwords, with 56% of 25-34-year-olds supporting the shift, says Thales study.
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Marketers embrace privacy, with 50% of users opting into tracking

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Global user opt-in for app tracking reaches 50%, with iOS ad spend up 26% as marketers embrace privacy-focused strategies post-Apple's ATT rollout.
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Former Apple executive Reuben Bijl joins Abundium as Partner

Wed, 2nd Apr 2025
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Reuben Bijl, a former senior executive at Apple, has joined Abundium as a Partner, bringing over a decade of tech experience to the multinational networking group.
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Apple Maps updates feature Indigenous lands & cultures

Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Apple has unveiled initiatives in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand focusing on cultural preservation through updated Indigenous mapping and educational grants.
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Apple announces free online WWDC 2025 for developers

Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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Apple has revealed that its Worldwide Developers Conference will take place online from 9 to 13 June 2025, offering free access to all developers.
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Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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Apple's new iPhone 16e offers a compelling blend of performance and affordability, priced at USD $599, making it an attractive option for users.
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Apple unveils MacBook Air with M4 chip & Mac Studio power

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Apple has unveiled its latest MacBook Air featuring the powerful M4 chip, promising up to 2x faster performance and longer battery life, with pre-orders starting now.
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Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.
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XR adoption remains slow despite Apple & Meta's efforts

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Despite hefty investments from Apple and Meta, a Forrester report reveals slow XR adoption, with only 35% of informed leaders deploying the technology.
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Email security gaps leave Asia Pacific firms vulnerable

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Research by Proofpoint reveals only 12% of Asia Pacific firms use essential email authentication, exposing them to a surge in phishing attacks.
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Wireless Broadband Alliance releases L4S Wi-Fi guidelines

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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The Wireless Broadband Alliance has unveiled new guidelines for implementing L4S technology in Wi-Fi, aiming to enhance low-latency applications like cloud gaming and VR.
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Apple unveils affordable iPhone 16e with A18 chip, NZD $1,199

Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16e, a more affordable addition to its iPhone 16 range, boasting high-performance features and enhanced durability.
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BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS

Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.
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Apple TV app launches on Android with new features

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Android users can now download the Apple TV app via Google Play, unlocking access to Apple TV+ and the MLS Season Pass alongside a range of original content.
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FlexibleFerret malware evades Apple's XProtect updates

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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SentinelLabs has revealed that new variants of North Korean FERRET malware, dubbed FlexibleFerret, evade Apple's XProtect, targeting macOS users through job interview scams.
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Apple launches new app for creating custom invitations

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that allows users to create custom event invitations and manage RSVPs seamlessly.
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China leads global wrist-worn device market in 2024

Sun, 5th Jan 2025
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China has become the largest global market for wrist-worn devices, leading shipments at 45.8 million units, driven by a 20.1% year-on-year growth.
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Let's Encrypt to offer 6-day certificates from next year

Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Let's Encrypt will introduce six-day certificates next year, reflecting a trend towards shorter lifespans in the tech sector to enhance security.
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CSIS report reveals surge in sophisticated cyber threats

Thu, 19th Dec 2024
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CSIS Security Group's latest Threat Matrix report highlights a surge in cyberattacks, revealing over one billion compromised credentials on the dark web each month.