Apple will acquire “the majority” of Intel’s smartphone modem business for $1 billion, the two companies announced today. Around 2,200 Intel employees will join Apple, and Apple will acquire IP and equipment from Intel as well. The transaction is expected to close toward the end of the year.
Archives for July 25, 2019
Amazon Requires Police to Shill Surveillance Cameras in Secret Agreement
Amazon’s home security company Ring has enlisted local police departments around the country to advertise its surveillance cameras in exchange for free Ring products and a “portal” that allows police to request footage from these cameras, a secret agreement obtained by Motherboard shows.
Boeing says 737 MAX crisis could temporarily shut down Renton production
Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg said Wednesday that though the company’s “best estimate” is that the 737 MAX will return to service in October, a slip in that optimistic timeline could mean the Renton 737 production line would be temporarily shut down.
Boeing May Halt 737 Max Production as Economic Fallout Spreads
Boeing said on Wednesday that it was considering halting production of the 737 Max if the grounding of its most popular plane persists, a move that could damage airlines, suppliers and even the United States economy.
How money and influence flows between the US government and Boeing
How much does Boeing Group, the US’s largest exporter, a top defense contractor, and key component of America’s most popular stock index, influence the federal government’s decision-making?