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The article discusses the idea of requiring Google to share its data cache with competitors in order to improve all search engines. The author argues that while companies should not be punished solely for their size, they should also not be rewarded. Google's dominance in the search market has allowed it to accumulate a larger data cache than its competitors. Requiring Google to share its data with competitors would be fair and would benefit all search engines, including Google's. The article is written by Stephen M. Maurer from the University of California, Berkeley. [Extracted from the article]

Artificial intelligence (AI) startups that raised billions of dollars last year are now struggling to survive and are seeking bailouts from major tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. These bailouts, which involve licensing fees and hiring employees, are seen as acquisitions in everything but name and allow the tech giants to avoid regulatory scrutiny. The deals have further strengthened the tech giants, but have also contributed to growing skepticism about the AI industry, leading to a recent decline in the tech market. The Biden administration's increased actions to block technology mergers and acquisitions have also influenced the structure of these deals. [Extracted from the article]

Apple is offering rare discounts on its latest iPhones in China in an effort to compete with Samsung and Huawei in the high-end market. iPhone sales in China fell 11% in the last quarter of 2023, attributed to waning demand for smartphones and increased competition from local rivals. The discounts are available for a limited time and have certain conditions, such as specific payment methods and limited quantities. Apple faces challenges in China, including Huawei's resurgence and limits on government officials using iPhones. [Extracted from the article]