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“In 2020, Apple and Goldman Sachs aimed to introduce a stock trading feature in Apple’s ecosystem. However, due to financial volatility, this was suspended. Despite Goldman Sachs pulling out of consumer banking, the groundwork for this feature remains, with potential for revisit. Incorporating stock trading positions Apple against established platforms like Robinhood, SoFi, and Square. Crypto trading expansion by these platforms indicates possibilities for future digital trading, but Apple’s participation is still uncertain.”

“Apple is developing an in-house AI tool, aiming to enhance user experiences through AI integration in their forthcoming iOS17. However, this raises concerns over data security, prompting debate on whether AI should operate locally or on cloud. This has fueled greater focus on AI for mobile devices.”

The social media app Damus, popular for its Bitcoin-friendly features, recently faced potential removal from Apple’s App Store due to its Bitcoin tipping feature. The issue sparked concerns over curbing Bitcoin adoption and the evolution of global payment protocols over the internet. However, the confrontation gave rise to the Zapple Pay, a workaround bypassing Apple’s restrictions, highlighting the resilience of BTC-friendly platforms.

Bitcoin-friendly social app Damus recently confronted Apple over the removal of a bitcoin tipping feature, deemed a violation of Apple’s guidelines. Two Bitcoin developers, Ben Carman and Paul Miller created Zapple Pay, a workaround service using emojis, restoring the “zap” feature. The fate of this creative solution remains uncertain as cryptocurrency platforms continue to challenge tech giants.

Apple may enhance its gaming platform with a VR/AR headset in 2024 and software for playing Windows games on Mac. Meanwhile, tokens SAND, MANA, and AXS face SEC complaints, and GameStop’s new CEO plans to enter the crypto space with an NFT marketplace.

Apple warns decentralized social media app, Damus, for violating its policy by enabling Bitcoin tipping via “Zaps” feature. The Damus team questions this stance, asking for clarification on whether they’re in true violation, while also pointing out potential inconsistencies in Apple’s approach.

The Apple VisionPro, a mixed reality headset, has garnered attention from the crypto community for its potential impact on the metaverse. Though it doesn’t compete directly with Meta’s QuestPro, the device facilitates broader discovery and pushes metaverse boundaries, driving immersion and technological innovation.

This week in technology, Louis Vuitton enters the NFT market with Via Treasure Trunks, Apple announces Vision Pro mixed reality headset, and NFT lending market sees growth with Binance NFT Loan. However, critics caution against potential pitfalls surrounding NFT lending platforms.

Apple’s Vision Pro headset announcement excites Web3 and open metaverse proponents, who believe better hardware is essential for an interoperable virtual world based on blockchain technology. However, concerns arise over Apple’s potential control over decentralization and guidelines within the metaverse.

Apple acquires Mira, an AR startup providing smartphone-powered headsets for industrial applications, strengthening its foothold in the mixed reality market. The acquisition raises questions about compatibility and future direction, as Apple’s Vision Pro focuses on personalized virtual reality.

Apple’s Vision Pro, an augmented reality headset, marks the beginning of spatial computing, immersing users in digital surroundings and transforming physical spaces. Despite its potential to revolutionize technology interaction, questions remain on its promised capabilities, developer adoption, and impact on society due to its hefty price tag.

Apple’s Vision Pro, a mixed-reality headset, is set to launch in early 2024. Focusing on “spatial computing” rather than AR, VR, or metaverse buzzwords, this standalone device offers advanced personal electronics for work, gaming, and communication. However, anticipation for the product couldn’t prevent a 10% decrease in metaverse tokens’ market cap following an SEC lawsuit against Binance.

The recent Apple Worldwide Developers Conference sparked speculations of a potential partnership between Apple and OTOY Inc., the company behind RNDR token and Octane X GPU rendering software. However, challenges like the lack of concrete announcements during the event and potential regulatory hurdles raise questions about the viability of implementing crypto payment solutions in consumer tech products.

Apple’s Vision Pro enters the mixed reality market in competition with Meta’s Quest 3. With distinct design, pricing, and hardware choices, the Vision Pro targets early adopters with high-end design and accessibility to Apple’s ecosystem, while Quest 3 offers immersive experiences at a more affordable price.

Apple releases its mixed reality Vision Pro headset, with potential to influence Web3 experiences. Despite groundbreaking features, skepticism remains around its integration with blockchain and decentralized platforms, given Apple’s history and reluctance to embrace these technologies.

Apple’s Vision Pro AR headset impresses with groundbreaking technology, but its presentation lacked focus on immersive AR gaming experiences, leaving gaming enthusiasts concerned. The device seems to prioritize existing casual games, while omitting the potential for metaverse and immersive AR experiences.

Apple’s new VR headset could revive interest in metaverse experiences, benefiting crypto startup DeeLance, which is developing a decentralized, blockchain-based platform to connect freelancers and employers. DeeLance’s metaverse addresses challenges like copyright infringement and payment fraud while offering low fees and transparency, potentially transforming the remote working landscape.

Apple’s WWDC 2023 keynote might introduce iOS 17, watchOS features, and possibly mixed reality technology like the Reality Pro headset and xrOS. However, amid excitement, skepticism and thorough market research are essential before investing in emerging technologies or related assets like cryptocurrencies.

The Solana (SOL) blockchain, compared to Apple for its strong focus on user experience, aims to revolutionize the crypto world similar to Apple’s impact on the tech industry. By creating a seamless blockchain network, Solana’s recent launch of Saga, an Android smartphone for blockchain applications, garnered attention and positively affected its SOL token value.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT iPhone app has quickly climbed App Store charts, with Apple endorsing it as a “must-have” app. Apple’s infamous 30% cut, or “Apple Tax,” on new iOS subscriptions means the tech giant profits from every ChatGPT Plus subscription, highlighting the complex interactions among AI pioneers, big tech, and regulators in this emerging revolution.

Stepn integrates Apple Pay into its iOS app’s in-app marketplace, enabling users to purchase NFT sneakers using a novel in-app currency called Sparks. This move-to-earn game app rewards players with crypto tokens as they walk or run and aims to blend blockchain gaming with Apple’s extensive reach, potentially onboarding millions of users into the Web3 domain.