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Thursday 5 November

Wednesday 4 November

Report: Apple reduces employees’ AI token allowances as Ternus moves to cut costs

AI-generated summary According to Bloomberg, Apple has reportedly reduced employees’ daily artificial intelligence spending limits from $300 to $200 as part of broader cost-cutting efforts. The company is planning further cuts to these daily allowances for some engineering teams, though employees can seek exemptions from senior leadership.

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Tuesday 3 November

Apple Watch Siri Recap Creates Wiretap Risk in 12 States: Laws Punish Acquisition, Not Storage

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AI-generated summary Apple recently previewed the watchOS 27.3 developer beta for Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 testers, introducing features such as Siri Recap and Live Rewind. Attorneys note that Siri Recap raises legal questions under all-party consent laws in twelve states regarding the real-time processing of conversational audio without storing files.

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Apple Watch's AI features for rewinding and recapping conversations begin beta testing

AI-generated summary Apple is beta testing its new Audio Intelligence technology for the Apple Watch, including conversation rewinding and recapping features for developers. Apple says the features will help users review conversations and take notes while maintaining privacy and omitting sensitive information.

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Apple App Store Requires 18+ Age Rating for AI Romantic Companions, Dating Apps

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AI-generated summary Apple announced that it will introduce new content descriptors on the App Store requiring an 18 plus age rating for dating and AI romantic companion apps. Developers must complete the required declarations for existing apps in App Store Connect by January 12, 2027, or when submitting an app update.

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Monday 2 November

Sunday 1 November

OpenAI's upcoming chat-and-work merger in ChatGPT signals the end of all-you-can-prompt pricing

AI-generated summary OpenAI announced that ChatGPT will merge Chat and Work starting in December, implementing a shared token budget across ChatGPT and Codex. OpenAI says users can check their remaining balance and reset times in Settings, and buy extra credits or upgrade once they hit the limit.

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Friday 30 October