Analysis: Sony faces deep-pocketed rivals in war over future of gaming

Sony Group (6758.T), perched atop the gaming sector, is facing a fresh challenge from cash-rich rivals betting on a next-generation online video game boom as the Japanese conglomerate eyes expansion on multiple fronts, including electric cars.
Japan toaster startup smartphone foray craters stock price

A foray into smartphones by Japan’s Balmuda Inc (6612.T), best known for its high-end toasters, has cratered its stock price with the firm announcing this week it has halted sales of its poorly received handset.
Apple submits plans to allow alternative payment systems in S.Korea – regulator

South Korea’s telecommunications regulator said on Tuesday Apple Inc (AAPL.O) had submitted plans to allow third-party payment systems on its App Store to comply with a law banning major app store operators from forcing software developers to use their payments systems.
Apple’s $3 trillion market value follows 5,800% gain since iPhone debut

Apple (AAPL.O) on Monday became the first publicly traded company with a stock market value of over $3 trillion, marking the latest milestone in the Silicon Valley heavyweight’s spectacular stock surge since introducing the iPhone in 2007.
Apple becomes first company to hit $3 trillion market value, then slips

Apple Inc (AAPL.O) on Monday became the first company to hit a $3 trillion stock market value, before ending the day a hair below that milestone, as investors bet the iPhone maker will keep launching best-selling products as it explores new markets such as automated cars and virtual reality.
Apple becomes first company to hit $3 trillion market value, then slips
Jan 3 (Reuters) – Apple Inc (AAPL.O) on Monday became the first company to hit a $3 trillion stock market value, before ending the day a hair below that milestone, as investors bet the iPhone maker will keep launching best-selling products as it explores new markets such as automated cars and virtual reality. On the first day […]
EXCLUSIVE Foxconn’s India plant to stay shut this week after protests – govt sources

Apple supplier Foxconn’s (2317.TW) plant near Chennai in southern India will remain shut this week following protests sparked by a food poisoning incident, three government sources told Reuters on Tuesday.
EXCLUSIVE: Apple seeks dismissal of India apps market antitrust case, cites tiny market share

Apple Inc (AAPL.O) has asked India’s antitrust watchdog to throw out a case alleging abuse of market power in the apps market, saying it is too small a player in the South Asian country where Google is dominant, a filing seen by Reuters shows.
Apple tells suppliers demand for iPhone 13 lineup has weakened – Bloomberg News

Apple Inc (AAPL.O) has told its parts suppliers that demand for the iPhone 13 lineup has slowed, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter, signaling that some consumers have decided against trying to get the hard-to-find item.
Apple warns Thai activists “state-sponsored attackers” may have targeted iPhones

Apple Inc issued alert messages on Wednesday to at least six activists and researchers who have been critical of Thailand’s government, warning it believed their iPhones had been targeted by “state-sponsored attackers”, according to activists and the alerts reviewed by Reuters.