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OpenAI vs Apple: Why the ChatGPT-iPhone alliance is reportedly heading to court, story in 5 points

What began as one of the biggest AI partnerships in Silicon Valley is now reportedly heading towards a legal fight. OpenAI is said to be frustrated with how Apple handled ChatGPT integration on the iPhone, while Apple has concerns of its own around privacy, control, and OpenAI’s growing hardware ambitions. Here's the story in 5 points.

Apple bets big on $2,000 foldable iPhone to mark new CEO era

Apple is preparing to launch a foldable iPhone priced around $2,000, positioning it as a flagship moment for incoming CEO John Ternus. The device is expected to anchor Apple’s next growth phase, blending familiar design with premium innovation after the mixed reception of its Vision Pro headset.

This Week in Explainers: The gruesome rape and murder of IRS officer’s daughter in Delhi

The alleged rape and murder of a 22-year-old UPSC aspirant, who was the daughter of a senior IRS officer, in Delhi has stunned the country. The accused, identified as Rahul Meena, allegedly raped another woman in Rajasthan before the Delhi crime. A look at this and much more in our weekly wrap

'Incredible run': Google CEO Sundar Pichai reacts to Tim Cook exit

Tim Cook’s departure marks the close of a transformative era at Apple, as the company prepares for a future shaped by artificial intelligence and new leadership. With John Ternus stepping in and Cook remaining influential, the transition highlights both continuity and change at one of the world’s most closely watched technology giants.

How Apple grew in India under Tim Cook as CEO

Tim Cook will step down as Apple CEO when John Ternus takes over the role on September 1. Under Cook, the iPhone maker’s India journey has flourished. Today, about 25 per cent of the smartphones are being made in the South Asian country. Apple has also expanded its retail footprint in India, with six stores now operational

Who is John Ternus, the next Apple CEO?

Apple on Monday named insider John Ternus as its next CEO, tasking the longtime hardware chief with steering the company after Tim Cook

Apple bets on hardware veteran John Ternus as CEO, Tim Cook shifts to executive chairman role

Apple named long-time hardware chief John Ternus as its next CEO, with Tim Cook set to transition to executive chairman in a planned leadership reshuffle aimed at steering the company through the next wave of artificial intelligence-driven competition

Apple almost dropped Grok from the App Store amid deepfake fury

Apple quietly moved to curb the spread of sexualised deepfakes generated by Grok, even threatening its removal from the App Store. Newly revealed details show how the tech giant intervened behind the scenes, raising fresh concerns about AI moderation, platform accountability, and the limits of current safeguards.

Tim Cook dismisses retirement rumours, says 'I can’t imagine life without Apple'

Apple CEO Tim Cook dismissed retirement rumours, calling them speculation and reaffirming his commitment to the company. As leadership questions grow and AI pressures mount, Cook said he “can’t imagine life without Apple,” signaling he is not stepping down anytime soon.

Apple positions Visual Intelligence at the core of upcoming AI devices

Tim Cook is signalling that Visual Intelligence will underpin Apple’s upcoming AI wearables, marking the company’s next major product shift