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Apple shareholders reject plan to scrap company's diversity programmes

The proposal, drafted by a self-described conservative think tank, urged Apple to follow a litany of high-profile companies that have retreated from diversity, equality and inclusion initiatives currently in the Trump administration's crosshairs.

Business

Apple shareholders to consider scrapping diversity push amid backlash

The tech giant has said that inclusion initiatives make good business sense, although a wave of firms are now rolling back diversity pushes.

Business

Apple to create 20,000 US jobs to shield operations against tariffs

The tech giant plans to spend $500 billion (€477.50bn) in the country over the next four years, bolstering domestic production as more tariffs loom.

Tech News

Apple just revealed the iPhone 16E, its latest budget iPhone handset

The new budget handset, which replaces the older iPhone SE series, comes with the chip needed to use all of Apple's new artificial intelligence (AI) features.

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Tech News

What we know so far about Apple’s launch event and possible SE4 reveal

The newest family member is coming to Apple today. Here is what it could be, according to rumours.

Tech News

Apple lashes out at EU and iPhone porn app maker

Apple says it is 'deeply concerned' about EU regulations that allow a rival app store to promote the download of an adult content app for the iPhone.

Lifestyle

Why is this twenty-year-old podcast number 1 in the UK charts?

The 2005 podcast by British comedy trio Ricky Gervais, Stephen Merchant and Karl Pilkington is being rereleased on Apple weekly.

Markets

Apple’s shares surge despite the largest China sales drop in one year

Apple’s December quarter earnings topped analyst expectations in an overall performance. However, sales in China posted the biggest year-on-year decline since the same quarter in 2023.

Business

Tech titans top the world's most valuable brands league in 2025

Tech companies continued to be some of the world’s most valuable brands this year, boosted by ongoing strong brand loyalty, as well as new innovations in artificial intelligence.

Europe News

EU digital enforcement barometer amid rising pressure from US Big Tech

The European Commission will conclude several investigations launched against Big Tech in the coming months. As US tech giants pressure the EU to retreat and align with laissez faire tone struck by the incoming Trump administration, we take stock of the ongoing probes.

Europe News

Poland picks apple as its EU presidency symbol

Attendees at events during Poland’s EU presidency are in for a fruity treat — local apples will take centre stage as the official symbol of this six-month term.

Business

Apple in million-dollar offer to settle Siri eavesdropping case

The proposed settlement filed in a US court would resolve a 5-year-old lawsuit revolving around allegations that Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record conversations through iPhones and other devices equipped with the virtual assistant for more than a decade.

Tech News

New EU rules on common USB-C chargers to come into force

Starting on Saturday, all small and medium-sized portable electronic devices sold in the EU must be compatible with USB-C ports to address waste.

Tech News

Apple must ensure interoperability of iPhone with rivals, says European Commission

The EC preliminary findings under the DMA indicate that Apple must take steps to enable the operability of devices from other brands with its iPhones. The EC has launched public consultations with interested companies to gather feedback on compliance.

Europe News

DR Congo files criminal complaint against Apple over conflict minerals

The tech giant says it "strongly disputes" the allegations after the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium.

Culture news

Apple Music Classical shares biggest albums of 2024

From the popularity of Chopin to the proliferation of piano music, how are people in 2024 listening to classical music?

Culture news

Apple Music Replay: What is the most played song of 2024?

It's been a banner year for women, the biggest in global songs chart history. Taylor Swift did very well, as did a certain Mr. Kendrick Lamar with his hit diss track 'Not Like Us'.

Money

Ledger marks 10th anniversary with new multi-million euro Paris HQ

Euronews Next went to the new nine-story building in Paris as the company marks its tenth anniversary.

The Big Question

The Big Question: What is the secret to being the world’s best brand?

The world’s biggest brands have missed out on $200bn (€192bn) of revenue in the past year. What could they have done better?

Markets

Nvidia's strong earnings fall short of lofty investor expectations

Nvidia shares declined following strong quarterly results as investors set a high bar for earnings. A lower gross margin and slowing growth also contributed to the fall.