Apple's Antitrust Battle

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Exploring the legal case where the American government accuses Apple of monopolistic practices in the smartphone market, impacting innovation and consumer choices. The chapter delves into the Department of Justice's claims, Apple's strong denial, and the case's potential implications on Apple's business operations and the industry as a whole.

The case against the tech giant has been brewing since 2019 and while the smartphone maker is usually well-equipped to bat away regulators, this fight could bruise. Why Jimmy “Barbecue” Chérizier, Haiti’s most prominent warlord, could play a key role in the country’s future (09:48). And, the Dutch-American primatologist who showed animals to have kinder instincts (16:40).

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