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Apple Bets Big on AI: $2B Q.ai Acquisition and Google Gemini Partnership Reshape Future of Siri and Devices

In a strategic double move, Apple has acquired Israeli AI startup Q.ai for nearly $2 billion and forged a landmark partnership with Google to integrate Gemini AI into Siri. These developments signal a profound shift in Apple's approach to artificial intelligence, moving it from the periphery to the core of its hardware and services ecosystem, with significant implications for user experience and the competitive landscape.

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KLA Corporation: The Unseen Engine Powering the AI Chip Boom

As semiconductor manufacturing grows more complex, KLA's process control systems are becoming indispensable. With a dominant market position and resilient financials, the company is positioned to capitalize on long-term industry trends, though its premium valuation invites scrutiny.

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Supercomnet's Five-Year Plunge: A Cautionary Tale for Malaysian Tech Investors

While long-term investing remains a cornerstone strategy, Supercomnet Technologies Berhad (KLSE:SCOMNET) serves as a stark reminder of its pitfalls. Shareholders who invested five years ago are facing a 63% total loss, starkly underperforming the broader market and raising questions about the disconnect between company performance and stock valuation.