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Apple Seeks Lawsuit Dismissal

Apple has asked a U.S. court to dismiss a proposed shareholder lawsuit alleging misleading statements related to Siri’s artificial intelligence development and compliance with app marketplace rules.

The case claims that Apple overstated the readiness of certain AI features and misrepresented its adherence to a prior legal requirement involving payment options for developers.

Apple argued there is no evidence it knowingly misled investors regarding the timeline for integrating new capabilities into its voice assistant. The company noted that development delays are a common part of advancing complex technologies.

It also stated that its compliance procedures were not presented as flawless guarantees.

The lawsuit relates to stock performance during a period when the company faced broader market pressures and evolving regulatory expectations.

The proceedings continue to reflect the growing scrutiny surrounding technology development claims and platform governance.

Tesla Robotaxi Permits Lag

Tesla has continued to signal plans for launching a driverless robotaxi service in California, but regulatory filings show limited progress toward securing the necessary approvals.

State records indicate that the company has not conducted documented autonomous test driving on public roads in recent years. In California, such testing is a required step toward obtaining permits to operate fully driverless ride-hailing services.

Regulators require companies to meet testing benchmarks before advancing to commercial deployment. Tesla currently holds only an initial permit allowing supervised trials with a safety driver present.

The company has instead focused on limited pilot services in other regions with fewer regulatory hurdles.

Industry observers note that California remains a critical market for autonomous mobility ambitions due to its size and regulatory influence.

The situation highlights the gap between development goals and regulatory readiness as companies work toward deploying fully autonomous transportation systems.

Russia May Block Telegram

Russian authorities are reportedly considering a timeline that could lead to restrictions on the Telegram messaging platform as early as April.

Officials have expressed concerns about the platform’s use in distributing prohibited content, while the company has denied the allegations.

Telegram remains widely used across Russia for both personal communication and information sharing. Reports suggest that discussions around potential limitations are ongoing.

The situation reflects broader tensions surrounding digital platforms and state oversight in the communications sector.

Any decision could have significant implications for how messaging services operate within the country.