Tech News Weekly (Audio) TNW 403: Google Dodges Chrome Sale - Ruling in Google's Antitrust Case
Sep 4, 2025
Dan Moren, East Coast Bureau Chief at Six Colors, and Leah Nylen, Antitrust reporter at Bloomberg, dive into the latest tech turmoil. They tackle Apple's bold move to develop an AI search engine, aimed at challenging OpenAI. The conversation shifts to OpenAI's response to mental health concerns and the implications of AI in sensitive contexts. Meanwhile, Leah provides critical insights into a recent court ruling affecting Google’s monopoly in the search market, sparking mixed industry reactions as tech giants navigate evolving regulations.
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Apple's AI Search Ambition
- Apple plans an AI-powered web search integrated into Siri, Safari, and Spotlight aiming to rival OpenAI and Perplexity.
- The feature targets spring 2026 and may rely on third-party models like Google's to accelerate launch.
Personal Distrust From AI Hallucinations
- Micah avoids AI-driven web search because past inaccuracies eroded his trust and produced false facts.
- He still tests AI features professionally but won't rely on them for everyday searches.
Value Of Personal-Data AI
- Device-aware AI that searches personal data is more valuable and trustworthy for users than AI web search.
- Apple plans to keep on-device data search proprietary to preserve privacy while offering AI features.