All articles by Kurt Robson

Kurt Robson

Senior reporter at Verdict.

Apple quarterly profits fall again despite strong iPhone sales 

Apple says earnings are better than expected despite another quarterly revenue decline

Samsung union threatens staff walkout as profits fall

The workers union says that Samsung has cut them out of wage negotiations.

UK regulator to investigate AI market amid growing security concerns

The rapid rise of generative AI applications like ChatGPT has forced regulators to be proactive.

FTC accuses Meta of profiting from children’s data

Meta says it will vigorously fight the US Federal Trade Commission’s move to tighten the company’s privacy agreements.

ChatGPT-related malware scams on the rise, claims Meta

Meta has said generative AI malware is a problem reminiscent of cryptocurrency scams.

AI investor concern causes stock price fall across several industries

The rapid rise of generative AI is causing cross-industry concerns.

Apple battles $2bn UK lawsuit alleging compromised iPhone batteries

Apple strongly denies allegations of seeking to conceal faulty batteries in its iPhone devices.

Tinder owner Match Group to leave Russia

Tinder joins a significant number of Western companies that have left Russia since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

Sony shares plummet after disappointing profit outlook

Sony shares fell as much as 4.8% this week.

UK regulator defends its position on Microsoft deal block

Both Microsoft and Activision Blizzard have voiced concerns about the UK’s decision to block Microsoft’s acquisition of the US gaming company.