Daily Tech News Show Apple Goes AI Shopping - DTNSB 5045
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Jun 23, 2025 Joining the discussion is Patrick Beja, a French TV watcher and commentator who offers unique insights into the Netflix and TF1 partnership from a French perspective. They ponder whether Apple should acquire Perplexity AI to enhance its search capabilities amidst rising competition. The conversation dives into the evolving streaming landscape in Europe, emphasizing the significance of local content for platforms like Netflix. Meanwhile, tech trends highlight the latest innovations, from Chromebooks to autonomous taxis, reflecting on the intersection of technology and policy.
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Apple’s AI Acquisition Strategy
- Apple is in talks to acquire or partner with AI companies like Perplexity to strengthen its AI search capabilities.
- This move aims to reduce reliance on Google, which pays Apple billions to be the default search engine.
Perplexity’s Cultural Fit Questioned
- Perplexity's approach seems culturally unfitting for Apple due to its loose privacy standards and provocative outputs.
- Apple might prefer partnerships over acquisitions with such firms to align with its privacy ethos.
Federal AI Regulation Funding Tie
- A budget bill provision restricts states from regulating AI for 10 years by tying federal broadband funding to compliance.
- This raises questions about balancing federal funding authority with states’ regulatory power.