Apple vs Microsoft – record breaking profits for big tech earners

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3 years ago

July 28, 2021

Apple’s profits have risen to $21.7 billion as its iPhone sales and digital services continue to rise

Apple says its profit in the last quarter nearly doubled amid improved consumer spending and a “growing sense of optimism” as lockdown restrictions are eased.

The company’s Chief Executive, Tim Cook says there is “renewed hope for a better future” for customers in the US and globally.

He explains the roll-out of 5G has already made a “significant impact on how people get the most out of our technology”.

Apple shares were little changed in after-market trading following the results, but were already stronger than most forecasts.

It follows Apple and other tech giants facing heightened pressure from anti-trust enforcers around the world.

Microsoft surpasses analysts expectations

We knew this was going to be a huge earnings week, with Microsoft also revealing its earnings after the closing bell on Tuesday.

The tech giant’s growing cloud empire saw its Azure platform revenue skyrocket by 51 per cent.

Microsoft surpassed expectations, with revenue rising 21 per cent.

Microsoft’s new franchises, including gaming, security, and LinkedIn, all surpassed $10 billion dollars in annual revenue over the past three years.

Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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3 days ago

May 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

On this episode of Ahron and Mike Live – Which would you prefer; pay rise or work perks, an international portal closes, the military reveal a submarine stingray and are you on a top or bottom burger bun?

Ticker’s Ahron Young & Mike Loder discuss. #featured #trending

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Is cloud technology the solution for every organisation’s needs?

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3 days ago

May 16, 2024

Nathan Langridge

Amidst the dominance of cloud technologies in the tech landscape, questions are rising over applicability and its cost implications.

As businesses increasingly migrate to cloud technologies, skepticism is brewing over whether it’s the optimal solution for every organisational need.

Additionally, the notion of “free” cloud services is being challenged, highlighting the importance of understanding the true costs and benefits associated with cloud adoption.

Harsha Patil, Engineering manager, California USA shares his key insights on the cloud conundrum. #featured

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Does American media have TikTok bias?

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4 days ago

May 16, 2024

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While the fate of TikTok remains uncertain in the U.S.—there is no shortage of possibilities.

Several investors are hoping to benefit from a new federal law that requires TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the popular platform or face a ban.

This comes after ByteDance and TikTok filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government to block the law from going into effect.

Meanwhile, eight TikTok creators filed their own challenge, arguing the law violates their First Amendment rights to free speech.

But as the saga continues many media outlets are defending the platform.

David Zhang from China Insider joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #trending #TikTok #TikTokban #socialmedia #China