Trump administration is concerned by deal to put Alibaba’s AI on iPhones, NYT reports

Apple is about to take a 180-degree turn in the AI race: negotiates with Alibaba to bring his AI to the iPhones in China. But you’re going to have to sort something out first.

Apple’s New China AI Partner Is Raising Major National Security Concerns.

PULSE POINTS:What Happened: Apple’s plan to integrate Alibaba’s artificial intelligence (AI) models into iPhones for the Chinese market faces scrutiny from Republican and Democrat lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Who’s Involved: Apple, Alibaba, U.S. lawmakers, including Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and national security officials. Where & When: China and the United States; ongoing discussions, including a March meeting with the House Sel…

Apple-Alibaba deal raises concerns over data access with US lawmakers

Apple needs to strike a deal with Alibaba to remain competitive in China, but it could spell disaster for the company in its home country.

Alibaba shares slide as AI deal with Apple faces U.S. scrutiny

Shares of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. slumped after a report that the Trump administration has raised concerns over Apple Inc.’s potential deal with the Chinese technology firm. Alibaba’s stock dropped as much as 4.8% on Monday in Hong Kong, leading declines on the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index. The broader gauge was down 1.4% before paring its drop.  In recent months, the White House and congressional officials have been scrutinizing Apple’s…

Trump administration concerned by deal to put Alibaba’s AI on Apple iPhones: Report

The White House has been scrutinising Apple’s plan to strike a deal with Alibaba.

Apple's AI Partnership With Alibaba Draws Scrutiny From Washington

The Trump administration is scrutinizing Apple's partnership with Chinese tech giant Alibaba to bring AI features to iPhones in China, according to a new report from The New York Times. Washington officials are concerned the collaboration could help Chinese AI providers collect data to improve their models, potentially benefiting China's military. Defense Department and intelligence officials are reportedly examining Alibaba's ties to the Chines…