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European Union's Digital Markets Act May Flip Apple on Its Head, Bring 'Sheriff' to Silicon Valley
The EU’s Digital Markets Act goes into force today, and tech giants such as Apple will have 6 months to comply with the new laws.
Plagiarism Accusations Involving Apple TV+ Series 'Servant' Once Again Moving Forward in Court
The Apple TV+ series “Servant” finds itself in court once again concerning accusations of plagiarism. The original 2020 suite saw dismissal.
Pilot Threatens to Cancel Flight to Cabo Over a Cyber Flasher Using AirDrop to Send Nudes
A Southwest Airline pilot threatened to cancel a flight to Cabo after a cyber flasher used AirDrop to send lewd photos to other passengers.
Former Apple Employee Pleads Guilty To Stealing Trade Secrets Involving Apple Car
A former Apple employee has pled guilty to stealing automotive trade secrets involving the Apple Car. Sentencing is in November.
Websites Hosting iOS 16 Developer Betas Allegedly Getting Taken Down by Apple
Reports indicate that Apple is allegedly threatening legal action against websites that are hosting the iOS 16 Developer Beta.
Apple Responds to Woman Being Tracked by AirTag, States Improvements Will Arrive in 2022
Apple has responded to a report that a woman was being tracked by an AirTag device during an after hours event.
5G iPhones and iPads Banned in Colombia Over Ericsson Patent, Apple Seeking Antisuit Damages in Texas
Reports indicate that Apple 5G iPhones and iPads are now banned in Colombia over a copyright infringement action involving Ericsson.
Data Storage Company Drobo Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Reports indicate that storage firm Drobo has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company is planning to reorganize.
Former Apple Securities Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Six Counts of Insider Trading
The Department of Justice today has issued a statement that Apple lawyer Gene Levoff has pleaded guilty to six counts of insider trading.
Shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde Bring Back Arguments Concerning End-to-End Encryption
The tragic attacks in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas are rekindling arguments concerning social media and end-to-end encryption.
State Privacy Legislation Getting Input from Tech Lobbyists to Push Weaker Protections
A report from “TNW” indicates that many state legislations concerning privacy are being written by tech lobbyists.
Ohio Looking to Legislate Apple AirTags, Enact Laws Against Device Tracking
Ohio legislation looks to criminalize tracking an individual with an electronic device, such as an Apple AirTag, without someone’s consent.
Texas Port IT Director Pleads Guilty In Stolen Apple Computers Case
A 39 year-old man out of Corpus Christi, Texas has pled guilty to the theft and interstate transportation of over 162 stolen Apple computers.
Folsom Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen MacBooks, Over 1000 MacBooks Stolen
A Folsom, California man by the name of Philip James has pleaded guilty to transporting over 1000 stolen MacBooks across state lines.
Department of Justice Endorses New Antitrust Bill to Rein In Big Tech
The Department of Justice has officially endorsed a new antitrust bill that focuses on big tech, including Apple.
Security Friday: NDAs and Special Guests – TMO Daily Observations 2022-02-11
Andrew Orr and host Kelly Guimont discuss security news and sit down with John Kheit to talk about NDAs and using them for good or…less good.
Australian Defamation Verdict Causes Google to Cry Censorship
A recent Australian defamation verdict awarded US$40,000 in damages for an Google search result. Google warns of censorship.
This Week in Antitrust – TMO Daily Observations 2021-07-14
Bryan Chaffin and Charlotte Henry join host Kelly Guimont to talk about some of Apple’s current legal proceedings and consider some outcomes.
Apple v Epic So Far – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-12
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont for the latest in the Apple v Epic trial, including bananas, tuxedoes, and app stores.
Apple Legal Updates – TMO Daily Observations 2021-05-03
Bryan Chaffin joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss the latest Apple legal news, from the Spotify complaint in the EU to the latest from Epic Games.
Apple v. Epic Could Change All Apple's Relationships – TMO Daily Observations 2020-08-25
Charlotte Henry joins host Kelly Guimont to discuss how Apple’s legal dispute with Epic could have a ripple effect on other relationships.
Department of Justice Takes Hard Look at Apple's 30% Tax
As part of its ongoing antitrust investigation, the Department of Justice is examining Apple’s rules for the App Store, like the 30% tax.
Former Apple Lawyer Gene Levoff Says Charges of Insider Trading are Unconstitutional
Former Apple lawyer Gene Levoff was accused in 2019 of insider trading, but his attorney says these charges are unconstitutional.